Where are the dead? Remains of 166 people sent to space lost in the ocean
This was to be Celestis' 25th mission and its 12th 'Earth Rise' flight, a service that allows families to retrieve a keepsake that has truly travelled through space.However, the memorial took a tragic turn when the capsule failed to complete its planned return and instead plunged into the depths of the Pacific.Celestis confirmed that the remains are now lost at sea and cannot be recovered. 'No technical achievement replaces the profound personal meaning this service holds for our families,' said Celestis CEO Charles M. Chafer, acknowledging the emotional weight of the incident.The mission carried a diverse array of tributes, including ashes and DNA from people around the world, and even honored the youngest German to send his DNA into space, Matteo Barth.Over the years, Celestis has sent the remains of celebrities, scientists, and ordinary individuals into space, offering a new way to memorialise loved ones beyond Earth's bounds.Despite the setback, The Exploration Company has vowed to learn from the experience and attempt another launch in the future.The loss highlights both the promise and the risks of space memorial services, which have grown in popularity as more families seek extraordinary ways to commemorate their loved ones.For now, the remains of those aboard the Perseverance Flight rest at the bottom of the Pacific.- Ends
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