Friends dance at funeral for 21-year-old killed in Crete crash

The final farewell to 21-year-old Angelos was marked by a poignant display of tradition and grief. Members of the Folklore Club 'Chorokrites,' to which Angelos belonged, gathered at his funeral in Pallini, Attica, to honor his memory.

As his body arrived at the church, the group performed a traditional Cretan dance, accompanied by the song "They dance in the sky, they marry in Hades." This heartfelt tribute, deeply connected to Angelos's passion for Cretan culture and dance, brought many to tears. Angelos, who was born in Athens but lived in Rethymno from the age of 14, was a lead dancer in the club and taught traditional dances to younger children.

The fatal accident occurred on the old national road in Rethymno, where Angelos was returning from work on his motorcycle. Despite wearing a helmet, the collision with a taxi proved fatal. The 61-year-old taxi driver involved in the incident has been ordered to remain in custody pending further investigation.

Angelos's loss has left his family, friends, and the wider community deeply saddened. The 'Chorokrites' club expressed their sorrow, stating that the world is poorer for his absence, highlighting the significant void left by his passing.

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The world is poorer for your loss.