Daniel Stein, 71, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was killed on October 27, 2018, during the attack at the Tree of Life Congregation in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood. A member of the New Light Congregation and described as kind and helpful, Stein had recently become a grandfather and was remembered by family for his generosity and warmth.

Reports say Stein was shot and died in the synagogue kitchen, the same room where he had attended his grandson’s bris months earlier. His son Joe and nephew Steven Halle spoke about the family’s loss and the impact on the child who will grow up without his grandfather.

The shooting prompted large public mourning in Squirrel Hill and intensified national discussion about hate crimes and community safety. Anyone with information about Daniel or who knew him is invited to share what they know.