After Reid Wiseman's Loss: Carroll Wiseman's Courageous Cancer Fight

The Artemis II crew honored Carroll Wiseman, a dedicated registered nurse, by naming a moon crater after her. Reid Wiseman, the mission commander, paid tribute to his late wife, Carroll, who passed away in 2020.

During the April 2026 mission, the crew of the Orion spacecraft, including Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen, decided to name the crater after Carroll. They shared a touching moment where Jeremy expressed the crew's sentiment in honoring her memory.

Who Was Carroll Wiseman?

Carroll Wiseman was the wife of Reid Wiseman, known for her work as a newborn intensive care unit Registered Nurse, dedicating her life to helping others.

Reid Wiseman's Family and Life

Reid and Carroll were married in 2003 until Carroll's passing in 2020 after battling cancer. They have two daughters, Katie and Ellie. Reid has been raising his daughters alone and considers it the most challenging yet rewarding phase of his life.

Prior to the Artemis II mission in 2026, Reid prepared his daughters for any eventuality, discussing important documents and plans with them in case of his absence. He emphasized the importance of open communication within families, acknowledging life's uncertainties.