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Colonel Vitaliy Danchuk has passed away: he fought from Afghanistan to Russia

Смерть полковника Віталія Данчукa: від Афганістану до російського фронту, його служба була вражаючою.

Every day at 9 o'clock, Ukrainians honor the memory of all those who died in the Russo-Ukrainian war. Today we remember Colonel Vitaliy Danchuk.


59-year-old Vitaliy Danchuk died on October 17, 2025, from heart disease in the Chernihiv region. This was reported with reference to the Rivne Regional Council.


During his service, he participated in combat operations in Afghanistan and Azerbaijan, was born in Khmelnytskyi region, and studied at the Moscow Military School. After retiring, he once again took up the defense of the country during the ATO.


According to his wife, Vitaliy was always dedicated to his work and colleagues, calling them his large military family. Together they loved fishing on weekends and vacations.

The funeral of Vitaliy Danchuk took place on October 19 in Rivne. He was buried at the Heroes' Alley of the city, and his memory is cherished by his mother, brother, wife, and son.


The 'Glavcom' website honors all heroes who gave their lives for Ukraine. We do not forget those who died at the hands of Russian enemies and remember the bright memory of citizens who gave their lives for freedom and independence.



Memory to the hero is eternal. This news is dedicated to Ukrainian military Vitaliy Danchuk, who died from heart disease. It tells about his service, participation in combat operations, as well as the final farewell and memorial page dedicated to the hero.