Andrei Kharitonov
1959–2012 (age 53)
Biography
Andrei Kharitonov was a skilled chess player whose strategic mastery and competitive spirit exemplified excellence in the game. Born in 1959, he pursued chess at a high level, contributing to Russian chess tradition through his play and engagement with the sport's intellectual challenges.
Kharitonov's dedication to chess reflected the depth of talent within Russian competitive play. He passed away in 2012 and was interred at Lianozovo Cemetery, where his memory as a chess player is preserved.