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ALUMNI OF THE YEAR
Mr . and Mrs . Dovid and Chani Roll
With a strong commitment to the community , genuine concern for others and deference to da ’ as Torah , Dovid Roll is a true credit to the yeshiva that is so dear to his heart . It is our pleasure to honor him as Alumnus of the Year .
Dovid is the product of a family that very much reflects the yeshiva ’ s mission of compassion for all of Klal Yisroel . His parents , Rabbi and Mrs . Yisroel and Julie Roll of Baltimore , a psychologist and teacher respectively , are well-known in the world of kiruv ; they have dedicated their lives to helping others learn about their heritage through creative programming and opening their home and hearts to Jews from all walks of life . Since joining Mesivta Chaim Shlomo , Dovid has demonstrated that he tries to live his life the same way . While still in mesivta and bais medrash , he tutored and mentored younger boys , positively impacting them and developing lasting relationships with numerous young men and their families over the years .
During his yeshiva years , Dovid forged what became an enduring connection with many of his rebbeim . Currently , he maintains a weekly chavrusashaft with Rabbi Dov Keilson , engages in ongoing halachah discussions with Rabbi Dovid Bender and turns to Rabbi Yaakov Bender for guidance in so many areas of his life .
After graduating Darchei – although he attests that
he never really graduated , since the yeshiva remains an integral part of his life until today – Dovid continued his learning in Yeshivas Mir Yerushalayim and in Aderes HaTorah ( Rabbi Senter ’ s yeshiva ), where again , he tutored other bachurim , giving them the gift of a patient and understanding “ older brother .”
While learning in Monsey under Rav Asher Weiss , Dovid married his eishes chayil , Chani , nee Krumholtz , originally from Edison , NJ . Chani ’ s parents , Dr . Ira and Mrs . Juliet Krumholtz , give of their time and expertise to benefit their community in many ways . They are involved in several local shuls and schools , Dr . Krumholtz is a daf yomi maggid shiur and regular bal korei and Mrs . Krumholtz volunteers for Hatzolah .
After a stint in Eretz Yisroel , the Rolls were drawn to settle in Far Rockaway by their Darchei connection . Dovid chose to join the healthcare field , a role very much in sync with the path laid out for him by his parents and by the yeshivah , both of whom display true concern and compassion for Klal Yisroel . Dovid is gratified to use his professional expertise to support others in their time of need .
He and his wife are involved in the growth and development of their shul , Khal Lev Avos , under the leadership of Rabbi Shmuel Weinberg , where Dovid serves on the shul board . The Rolls are the proud parents of three beautiful children . Their son Yehuda is presently a talmid in Rabbi Sarf ’ s first grade . For Dovid , Darchei is family , and he is so excited to have added the title “ parent ” to his Darchei relationship .
Dovid summarizes his life-changing experience and connection with Darchei and Rabbi Bender : “ Rabbi Bender has given me so much and is available for me , no matter the time of day or night . He has given me so much love , supported me in everything , and given me a yeshivah that created a structure for the rest of my life . I would do anything for Rabbi Bender .”
K ’ mayim hapanim el panim , Yeshiva Darchei Torah is gratified to honor Mr . and Mrs . Dovid and Chani Roll , who personify the ideals of devotion to their family , their yeshiva and their community and to continual , lifelong growth .
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