Oleg Polishchuk Accident; 18-Year-Old Oleg Polishchuk Passed Away in Tragic Crash
It is with immense sorrow and broken hearts that we share the tragic passing of Oleg Polishchuk, who left this world on June 12th, 2025, at 11:30 PM following a devastating accident. Oleg was only 18 years old, yet his impact on the world around him was far greater than most experience in a lifetime.
Oleg was a rare and radiant soul someone who seemed to have been born with an innate ability to bring people together. He never met a stranger. Whether it was a family member, a classmate, someone at church, or a passerby on the street, Oleg had a way of making people feel seen, heard, and valued.
His conversations were never shallow; they were sparked by genuine curiosity and driven by a desire to understand the world and spread kindness wherever he went.
He lived with an open heart. That openness showed in everything he did from the way he served at church to how he interacted with his peers. Oleg was deeply rooted in faith and community. A proud member of First Slavic Baptist Church in Salem, Oregon, he devoted his creative talents to capturing the church’s services through video.
But it wasn’t just technical skill he offered it was his heart, his time, and his commitment. He was the first to arrive and the last to leave, never hesitating to lend a hand, offer encouragement, or take on extra work without being asked. He served not for recognition, but out of love.
Oleg had big dreams and a bright future ahead. He was entrepreneurial at heart, already working on building a business while envisioning a future in aviation. His love of airplanes reflected both his curiosity and his desire to soar—quite literally and metaphorically. He wanted to fly, not only in the sky but in life. His ambition was matched only by his character: honest, loyal, hardworking, and full of joy.
His smile could brighten the darkest of days, and his laugh was infectious. Friends and family recall how he could walk into a room and, within moments, uplift the mood entirely. He had a lightness about him that didn’t ignore the world’s struggles but chose instead to bring hope into them. Oleg carried sunshine in his soul, and he gave it away freely.
He also embodied selflessness. No matter how busy he was, he would always pause to help someone in need. He was a friend you could count on, a son to be proud of, and a brother who inspired.
Oleg’s passing has left a void that words cannot fill. He leaves behind a grieving family, a devastated church community, and countless friends whose lives were brighter because of him. Though we mourn his untimely departure, we also celebrate the life he lived—a life marked by love, light, and service.
Funeral Services for Oleg Polishchuk:
- Memorial Service:
Date: Tuesday, June 17
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: First Slavic Baptist Church
1746 Davis Rd S, Salem, OR 97306 - Burial Service:
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Hilltop Cemetery
8822 Corvallis Rd, Independence, OR 97351
To those who knew and loved Oleg, his absence is deeply painful, yet his memory is a source of comfort and strength. He lived his 18 years with purpose, compassion, and joy—and though his life ended far too soon, his legacy will live on in the hearts of all who were lucky enough to know him. Rest in peace, Oleg. You will always be missed, and never forgotten.
