Legacy, Tribute, and Remembrance of Juan Vicente Alana (Juan V)
Juan Vicente Alana, lovingly known as Juan V, lived a life defined not by limitation but by courage, creativity, and an unyielding love for life. From an early age, Juan V made a quiet but powerful decision—to live as fully and normally as possible, to pursue his passions without compromise, and to never allow illness to define who he was or what he could become.
A gifted filmmaker and storyteller, Juan V poured his intellect, humor, and imagination into the art of cinema. He wrote, directed, produced, filmed, and edited stories that reflected his deep understanding of film and his unique perspective on the world. Challenges never stopped him; they strengthened his resolve. Juan V met adversity with dignity and bravery, achieving every goal he set for himself.
At the heart of Juan V’s life was his father, Juan E. Alana, whose devotion, strength, and unwavering support made it possible for Juan V to live boldly and independently. Their bond was one of deep love, sacrifice, and mutual respect—a foundation that allowed Juan V to chase his dreams without fear.
Juan V was also deeply loved by his grandparents, Gloria and Manuel Alana, who helped care for him and surrounded him with constant love. Their presence provided stability, comfort, and joy throughout his life, and their devotion was a quiet force behind his strength.
Beyond film, Juan V’s second great passion was space exploration. From the moment he discovered Star Trek, Star Wars, and Stargate, his imagination expanded beyond Earth. Star Trek became a daily companion—its characters, ideals, and vision of the future shaping how Juan V viewed humanity, courage, and discovery.
Tribute and Remembrance
Juan V will be remembered for his strength, kindness, intelligence, and unwavering determination. He inspired everyone around him—not through words alone, but through the way he lived. He showed that true courage is quiet, that joy is intentional, and that purpose gives life meaning regardless of circumstance.
Those who had the privilege of knowing Juan V carry his legacy forward through the stories he created, the creativity he shared, and the example he set. His life reminds us that greatness is not measured in years, physical ability, or health—but in impact.
A Journey Among the Stars — The Enterprise Flight
In January 2024, Juan V began his journey among the stars aboard the Enterprise Flight, a Voyager-class deep-space memorial mission operated by Celestis. Launched from Cape Canaveral, the Enterprise Flight carries specially designed memorial capsules beyond the Earth-Moon system into permanent heliocentric orbit around the Sun, where they will remain indefinitely as part of humanity’s reach into deep space. For Juan V, there could be no greater honor than to join this historic journey, traveling through space alongside the legacy that shaped his dreams. Juan V is no longer bound to Earth. He has already begun his voyage—exploring the universe he loved so deeply.
“Beam me up, Scotty.”
