Anatoliy HRYSHYN

Anatoliy was born and raised in the city of Kozyatyn. He grew up in a large family, serving as a role model for his sisters and brother. In 2021, he graduated from the Kozyatyn Railway Transport College, obtaining the profession of a wagon inspector-repairman and an electrical mechanic. Since August 2021, he joined the railway family, working as a wagon inspector-repairman at the Kozyatyn depot.

On November 1, 2021, Anatoliy enlisted in the military, becoming a marine in the legendary 36th Brigade named after Rear Admiral Mykhailo Bilynskyi. He participated in the Anti-Terrorist Operation (ATO) and, following the full-scale invasion, fought in the Bakhmut, Avdiivka, Mykolaiv, and Kherson directions. His comrades, who held him in high regard, nicknamed him "Vinnytsia Khersonets."

In 2022, Anatoliy got married.

The 20-year-old marine Anatoliy was killed on October 7, 2023, while performing a combat mission near the settlement of Naddnipryanske in the Kherson region due to a traffic accident.

The team at the Kozyatyn Wagon Depot of JSC "Ukrzaliznytsia" expresses deep, sincere sorrow over the loss of Anatoliy. His heroic dedication, courage, and exemplary character for the youth will never be forgotten. Glory and memory to the indomitable Warrior!