State Senator Tina Polsky, Beth Agami and State Rep. Christine Hunschofsky {David Volz}
Community leaders came together at Veterans Park in Coconut Creek on Tuesday to dedicate the Specialist Daniel Jay Agami Bridge, a State Road 7 bridge over Sample Road where the cities of Margate, Coconut Creek, and Coral Springs come together.
After the ceremony, the bridge sign was unveiled by the Florida Department of Transportation.
Daniel Agami was killed in action when an IED detonated near his vehicle on June 21, 2007, while he was driving a military vehicle in Iraq. He was affectionately known by members of his unit as the “Hebrew Hammer” and “G.I. Jew” for his strong dedication to his Jewish faith.
He decided to join the U.S. Army to serve his nation. He was known as a dedicated soldier and earned awards for his service. Daniel was proud of being Jewish and did not tolerate antisemitism, according to his mother, Beth Agami.
Daniel grew up in the area and attended the Hebrew Academy in Margate (renamed the Lubavitch Hebrew Academy) and Coconut Creek High School, and later became a well-known DJ in Coral Springs.
His sister, Shaina Agami, spoke and remembered how talented he was as a D.J. and how much fun she had with him. His brother, Ilan, remembered playful tussles he had with Daniel.
Coconut Creek Commissioner John Brodie, also an Army veteran, offered a welcome to the ceremony. He praised the efforts of Florida Senator Tina Polsky and Florida Representative Christine Hunschofsky to pass the legislation to name the bridge for Agami. Elected leaders from Coconut Creek, Margate, and Coral Springs participated, as did Broward Commissioner Michael Udine.
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Mayor Jackie Railey of Coconut Creek thanked the Agami family for the sacrifice they had made. She thanked all veterans for their service to the nation.
Mayor Scott Brook of Coral Springs said he was proud to honor Daniel Agami and that he wants to bring light to the world.
Army Specialist Daniel Agami. {courtesy}
Army Sergeant Marvin Ayala became emotional as he spoke about the contribution Agami had made to his unit and the respect that he had earned from commanders and his fellow soldiers for being strong and reliable. Ayala said Agami was known for being committed to his Jewish faith.
The Sunset Strings Academy provided music, and Taps was played by Jim Sheldrake of TAPS for Veterans.
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