Who is Samuel Rudomin from The Endless Steppe; Growing Up in Siberia and what is their importance?

Samuel Rudomin is Esther's father. He was an electrical engineer in Vilna, and he served on the front lines during the war..... prior to his family's exile. After the family arrives in Siberia, Samuel becomes a cart driver in the gypsum mine. When his family is granted permission to move into the village, Samuel takes a job in construction. Samuel is beloved by his family, and their safety and happiness is his top priority.