Roman Martyniuk

Their life

Roman Martyniuk was a 17-year-old youth from Korostyshiv, Zhytomyr region, Ukraine. He was tragically killed alongside his siblings in a Russian missile strike on their home in May 2025. Remembered as an intelligent and compassionate young man, Roman’s death marked a heartbreaking loss for his family and community amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Roman Martyniuk, aged 17, was the eldest of three siblings living in Korostyshiv, a city in the Zhytomyr region of northern Ukraine. Known for his kindness, intelligence, and willingness to help others, Roman was regarded as a bright and promising young man by his family, teachers, and peers. He was seen as a supportive older brother and a positive influence in his community.

On the night of a Russian missile strike in May 2025, Roman’s life was tragically cut short when the missile hit his family’s home during a heavy aerial barrage. He was killed alongside his younger siblings, Tamara (8) and Stanislav (12), as they slept. The attack devastated the Martyniuk family and deeply affected the local community of Korostyshiv.

Roman’s death symbolizes the grave consequences of the war in Ukraine, particularly the devastating impact on innocent civilians and children. His loss was mourned by many who recognized him as a talented and caring young man with a promising future. His passing remains a poignant reminder of the human cost of ongoing conflict and the urgent need for peace.

How they died

killed in the Russian missile strike

Roman Martyniuk, 17, died as a result of a Russian cruise missile strike that hit his family’s home in Korostyshiv, Zhytomyr region, Ukraine. The missile struck their house during an aerial bombardment around 3 a.m. while the children were asleep. The impact caused severe destruction, demolishing the home and killing Roman along with his younger siblings, Tamara (8) and Stanislav (12), instantly from the blast and debris. The attack was part of a wider pattern of Russian missile strikes targeting civilian areas, causing high civilian casualties including many children.

Why we remember them

This record exists so that Roman Martyniuk, and all who are named in this archive, are never reduced to a number.

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