It may be a bit macabre, it might even be a bit frightening to some, but it is a reality.
Some people dwell on this type of information and it may take them to a bad place.
Some people will undoubtedly have emotions drug to the forefront of their minds when reminded of these events.
It will cause some to take pause at what it is they are doing in LSR and reevaluate what they are willing to risk.
Others will see this as nothing more than a memorial for those that have chased their dream and lost their life in the process.
Good, bad or otherwise, there is some merit in seeing this information. Whether or not it is something that needs to be kept forever, I dare not make that choice on behalf of others. Those that lost someone close to them, probably will not like being reminded. Maybe in time, they may view it differently, each person deals with loss in a different manner and on a different time scale.
I take the intent of the author at face value, I believe he is looking to memorialize those that have lost their lives while chasing a dream. There are probably many lessons here to be learned, some internal evaluation of this information may tell someone something about themselves. Seeing how some people may comment on the subject may infuriate others.
SSS, I would suggest that you take the approach you have outlined, wait and see where it goes. I would recommend that at the first crass, disrespectful or otherwise socially unacceptable post, pull the plug on the thread or purge the thread and make it read-only.
Again, there is some merit in remembering those that have tried and paid the ultimate price. There is some merit in reminding people that it isn't just about going as fast as you can. Pay attention to what you are building, don't be stingy with safety, your life may depend on it. When in doubt, build it stronger, better, safer than is necessary, it may be the most important thing you ever do.