Dec 21, 2007

John Yembrick Headquarters, Washington 202-358-0602 john yembrick-1@nasa gov

Nicole Cloutier-Lemaster Johnson Space Center, Houston 281-483-5111 nicole cloutier-1@nasa gov

RELEASE: 07-286

ASTRONAUT DAN TANI'S STATEMENT ON THE DEATH OF HIS MOTHER

WASHINGTON - The following statement is from Daniel Tani, NASA astronaut and Expedition 16 flight engineer on the International Space Station, regarding the death of his mother

"I would like to thank everyone who has expressed their condolences during this time of grieving for me and my family Living on the space station means that I experience all aspects of life -- be they joyous or tragic -- while circling the Earth without a convenient way to return Of course, I was aware of this situation before my mission and I fully accept that I will proudly complete my mission on the International Space Station and join my family when I return My NASA management and colleagues have been fully supportive through this and I would like to thank them for their concern and compassion

"My mother was a complete joy Those who knew her will know that words cannot describe her vitality, generosity and warmth She was my hero We will all miss her dearly

"I understand the interest in our lives based upon my job Please respect our desire for privacy during this difficult time Thank you "

For more information on astronaut Tani, visit:

http://www jsc nasa gov/Bios/htmlbios/tani html

For more information on Expedition 16 and the International Space Station, visit:

http://www nasa gov/station

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