06/17/2026
Did you know about the Man on the Moon?
Yes, someone is buried there!
Twentieth century scientist and geologist, Eugene Merle Shoemaker, was a key contributor to the study of lunar craters, with his research helping to create the first geologic map of the Moon. His discoveries helped organizations such as NASA and he was at the forefront of the extinction of the dinosaur’s debate. In 1992, he was awarded the National Medal of Science by then-president George H.W. Bush.
He had always wanted to be an astronaut, but was unable to because of health conditions. He imagined walking on the moon like those whom he watched on television.
His wish to be one with the moon became reality in July of 1999. Following his death, he was cremated and a capsule containing his ashes was flown to the moon by probe, Lunar Prospector, which after months of collecting data, was forcefully crashed on the surface of the moon.
His remains rest near the south pole of the moon. Since then, no one has joined him. He has, “the place to himself,” for the time being. So next time you look at the moon, yes you are looking at the resting place of the Man on the Moon.
© MacIsaac Funeral Home/CFHC Online
