Rest in Peace

Sofya Zayets was killed by airstrikes of the Russian army on the village of Chorne, Kupyan district, Kharkiv region, on February 15, 2024.
Aunt and uncle died nearby.

The girl was 17 years old. Studied in the first year of Kharkiv National Pedagogical University named after Hryhoriy Skovoroda, studied history.

She dreamed of becoming a psychologist and helping others. Relatives affectionately called her Sonya. She is the eldest daughter in a large family.

"She was a very serious girl, responsible, persistent, kind and fair. I grew up a real patriot," cousin Yulia said.

Sofia is survived by her mother, grandmother, sisters Anya and Vika, brother Nikita.