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Rabbi Moshe Hauer, Influential Leader, Passes at 64

10/16/2025

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Summary

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Rabbi Moshe Hauer, Executive Vice President of the Orthodox Union, died of a heart attack on Shemini Atzeres at age 64.
The funeral will be held on October 16, 2025, in Baltimore.
Since 2020, his leadership shaped the OU's communal activities and advocacy.
He supported Chabad Shluchim in Ukraine during the war, facilitating aid.
Hauer was remembered as a "master teacher" and "voice of Torah."

History

Historical Context

The establishment of the State of Israel in 1948 marked a significant turning point for Jewish communities globally. The Orthodox Union, founded in 1898, has advocated for Jewish interests, representing over 1,000 synagogues. Rabbi Moshe Hauer, who led since 2020, notably supported Chabad Shluchim in Ukraine during conflict, and his recent passing underscores the vital role of leadership in Jewish education and advocacy.

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Story summary

Rabbi Moshe Hauer, Executive Vice President of the Orthodox Union, died of a heart attack on Shemini Atzeres at age 64.
The funeral will be held on October 16, 2025, in Baltimore.
Since 2020, his leadership shaped the OU's communal activities and advocacy.
He supported Chabad Shluchim in Ukraine during the war, facilitating aid.
Hauer was remembered as a "master teacher" and "voice of Torah."

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