Funeral services were held here today for Michael Grin, the older brother of former Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion, who died here this weekend at the age of 86. The former Premier recited the kaddish at the graveside.
Born in Plonsk, Poland, Mr. Grin settled in Tel Aviv where he operated a refreshment stand. Besides Mr. Ben-Gurion, Grin is survived by a sister, Tzipora.
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