Soldier Serhii Dranhoi was killed on April 3, 2025, while carrying out his military duties near the city of Chuhuiv in Kharkiv region. He was 34 years old.
Serhii was born on April 25, 1990, in the city of Sloviansk into a Romani family. He was known as a kind and sociable person.
During the full-scale war, in 2024, he volunteered to join the front lines. He defended his homeland in the ranks of the 225th Separate Assault Regiment. Serving as a gunner, he carried out combat missions in the Kharkiv sector.
Serhii Dranhoi was laid to rest in the settlement of Cherkaske in Donetsk region, beside his mother’s grave.
He is survived by his two sisters and his aunt.
At 9:00 a.m., Ukraine observes a nationwide minute of silence. The Donetsk Regional Military Administration and the Heroes Memorial Platform honor and remember the fallen defenders from Donetsk region.