Funeral Arrangements Announced for Soldier, Journalist, and Rivne Deputy Oleksandr Kursyk

Oleksandr Kursyk Passes Away

According to Главком: Oleksandr Kursyk, a soldier, journalist, and city council deputy, has died in Rivne at the age of 41. He passed away on February 26. Kursyk joined the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the earliest days of the full-scale invasion, serving with the 14th Separate Mechanized Brigade. For his service, he was awarded the 'For Military Service to Ukraine' medal. His death is a significant loss for a nation that has seen many of its public figures take up arms in its defense.

Final Farewell and Legacy

Oleksandr Kursyk had been a deputy on the Rivne City Council since 2010, where he led the 'Batkivshchyna' (Fatherland) party faction. He is survived by his wife and three children, who are now mourning a profound loss.

A public farewell for Oleksandr Kursyk will be held in Rivne on February 28. The ceremony will begin at 9:00 AM at the Holy Intercession Cathedral, followed by a service at Independence Square at 10:30 AM. The procession to the burial site is scheduled to depart at approximately 11:30 AM.

“The battles, the frontlines, the wounds, the concussions. His heart could not endure it. He gave himself to Ukraine completely and utterly. A man who should have lived much longer. A true man who laid down his life for our freedom.”

Yulia Tymoshenko

His passing represents a heavy blow not only to his family but also to the local community and the entire country. As a deputy, he was actively involved in matters concerning Rivne's development, and his military service during the war underscores his unwavering dedication to defending his homeland.

The farewell ceremony is expected to draw many who wish to honor his memory and contributions, highlighting the ongoing need to support military personnel and their families during this difficult period for Ukraine.