Marine Dies of Heart Attack One Day After Buying a Home

The Passing of Roman Sahaidakovsky

According to Главком: On April 27, 2026, Ukrainian serviceman Roman Sahaidakovsky suffered a fatal heart attack inside his own apartment. Born and raised in Kostopil, he attended School No. 6 in the city. Roman received his draft notice on September 11, 2023, and was assigned to the 2nd Battalion of the 40th Separate Marine Brigade. In his final months of service, he was deployed near Chornobayivka in the Kherson region. According to his family, he had sustained no injuries during his time in the military.

Remembering Roman

Roman came home on leave twice a year. In April 2026, he returned to Kostopil, purchased his own apartment, and lived there for just one day. 'He always stayed with us because he had no one else-our parents had passed away, and he never started a family of his own. The person he loved most, I think, was my little daughter, and she adored him. That day he told me he was going to his apartment. When I called, he didn't answer, and then his phone went out of range. I got worried because Roman never ignored my calls. We went to the apartment and found that he had died,' said his sister Maryna.

Roman Sahaidakovsky was laid to rest on April 29 at the New Cemetery in Kostopil. Every morning at 9 a.m., Ukrainians observe a moment of silence for all those whose lives have been taken by the Russian-Ukrainian war. Today, we remember Roman Sahaidakovsky. The editorial team joins this moment of remembrance.

Roman Sahaidakovsky's death serves as a sobering reminder of the toll the war continues to take on Ukrainian service members and their families. Many soldiers returning from the front lines face both physical and psychological challenges that can lead to unforeseen tragedies. Honoring the memory of fallen troops is a vital part of the nation's collective remembrance and a way to support their loved ones during these difficult times.

Roman Sahaidakovsky's untimely passing highlights the harsh realities faced by military personnel, similar to the tragic fate of fellow servicemen. For instance, the story of a border guard who made the ultimate sacrifice to save his comrades underscores the profound risks that soldiers encounter. To learn more about such acts of bravery and sacrifice, read about the heroic actions of Border Guard 'Bogomol'.