Volodymyr Vakulenko 1972 – 2022

Biography

Volodymyr Vakulenko was born on July 1, 1972, in Kapytolivka, Ukraine, where he spent his formative years before pursuing a life devoted to writing. Throughout his career, he contributed to Ukrainian literary culture as a writer, bringing his voice and vision to his work during a transformative period in his nation’s history.

On January 1, 2022, Vakulenko’s life was tragically cut short when he died in Izium Raion as a result of a gunshot wound. His death marked the loss of a creative voice during a difficult time for Ukraine. He was laid to rest in Kharkiv, where his memory remains among his community.

Though his time was limited, Volodymyr Vakulenko’s legacy as a Ukrainian writer endures. He is remembered for his contributions to literature and for the life he lived during significant years in Ukrainian history.