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January 8, 2009

John and Kelly Say Goodbye

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Surrounded by family and friends, the Travolta family gathered today under a white tent at their Florida estate to say goodbye to their son Jett, 16.

John's good friend Tom Cruise was at a loss for words when talking about the tragic accident today on "The View" -- calling Jett's death "horrific." A private plane was spotted touching down on John's landing strip today in Florida, but there is no word on whether or not it was Tom flying in for the funeral service.

The private service for Jett followed the Scientologist faith of his family. A spokesman for the church, Tommy Davis, explained on the "CBS Early Show" that a Scientology funeral is not about mourning death, but honoring life. "It's really a celebration of a previous life and acknowledging them for the life lived and wishing them well in the next. So it's really a celebration of their life."

Condolences from colleagues in Tinseltown continue to be offered for John and Kelly. Kiefer Sutherland said, "As a father, I can only imagine the terrible, terrible grief that they're going through right now."

Christina Applegate told "Extra" she hopes the famous family will have a chance to step out of the spotlight to grieve. "I just pray every day that they get some time without everyone being in their face."

Sources say that the Travoltas will next head to their home in Maine to grieve their son. If you would like to send well wishes, please post a comment below.


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My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family, may your son rest in peace. This is so heartbreaking, so sorry that you have to go through this pain.


- cindy h
Posted 01/09/09 10:09 AM
 

.My thoughts and prayers are with the Trovalta family. May Jett live in your hearts forever.judi


- judi from GlenBurnie Maryland
Posted 01/09/09 09:45 AM
 

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May you find comfort knowing the world is praying for you at this time. Please know we care…….
Marianne


- Marianne
Posted 01/09/09 09:08 AM
 

Since we also went through the loss of a beautiful son, we do know how you feel - the emptiness and heartache - there are no words - but know that we are keeping you in our thoughts each day and asking God to give you his strength and love during this time - you know he is there - you are not alone - he is “walking beside you.”


- barbara Hicks
Posted 01/09/09 08:59 AM
 

To the Travolta family: You have my deepest sympathy. I can’t imagine how you are feeling at the loss of a wonderful and special son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of grief. I hope that knowing that Jett is in a better place now and awaits the arrival of the rest of his family members when it’s their time. May God Bless each and every one of you.


- Donna Black
Posted 01/09/09 08:57 AM
 

I am deeply sorry for your tragic loss. I hope that the tremendous love and support for you and your family from around the world touches your hearts.

My sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you. Wishing you strength and courage through this very difficult time.


- Laurie
Posted 01/09/09 08:28 AM
 

The media needs to leave this family alone. All this media attention regarding their religion and the rumors that the child may have autism was really as diservice to this family.
This family did what they thought best for their son. Go away media.


- Allan
Posted 01/09/09 08:26 AM
 

I am very sorry for your loss. As a parent you always know you’ll have to pick out a crib for your child, but you hope you’ll never have to pick out a coffin. Jett will always live on in your hearts and memories.


- Brian
Posted 01/09/09 08:25 AM
 

I lost my brother 2 years ago and my Mother grieves daily for him. I can only imagine how devastated they are. The Travoltas seem like the nicest people and my heart aches for them. I hope they will find peace in their lives.

Naomi


- Naomi
Posted 01/09/09 06:42 AM
 

I was so heart broken to hear about John & Kelly’s lost. I lost my son on Aug 28, 2007. There is no pain that can compare to a parent loosing a child especially a mother. The one thing that kept me going was my faith. I know my son is in a better place, although it still hurts. No matter what anyone says about your personal belief system, if it helps you through this time, hold onto it.

Christine


- Christine
Posted 01/09/09 06:37 AM
 

I know that there is no words to give you comfort right now. Just hold tight to your beautiful memories of your son and have faith that you will be able to see him again, and that there is no more seizures for Jett and he is no longer sensitive to smells. He is smelling all the beautiful flowers now and smiling with that beautiful smile of his. May God Bless you both and comfort you at this time.


- Kitty Thompson
Posted 01/09/09 06:21 AM
 

John and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need. I lost my 22 yr old son 2 yrs ago. The pain never goes away but keeping their memory alive has helped me.As a parent I know all to well what you are going through and my heart goes out to you all. In loving memory of Jett. Thinking of you, Barbara


- Barbara Garrett
Posted 01/09/09 06:07 AM
 

Dear John, Kelly and family,

To say I understand would not be true, but I can say that as a mom with two beautiful children my heart aches for you in the time of saddness. I live in Citrus County Florida about 20 miles from Ocala and you and your family are one of us. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.

Cindi Martin


- Cindi Martin
Posted 01/09/09 04:55 AM
 

I would like to send my most heartfelt condolences to the Travolta family. I am so sorry for your lost.
Paula Cortez
(Chile)


- Paula Cortez
Posted 01/09/09 04:03 AM
 

My sympathy for the Travolta Family from all of us in South Africa.


- Latief
Posted 01/09/09 02:46 AM
 

Dear Travolta Family,

You are in my heart and prayers.
My deepest heartfelt sympathy and blessings to you.

Sharon from Pennsylvania



- Sharon from Pennsylvania
Posted 01/09/09 01:22 AM
 

To jett’s loving family and friends, my heart is heavy and sad in hearing of your lost. Those beautiful blue eyes will continue to sparkle in god’s heavenly skies. Only time and the hands of our god will heal your broken hearts along with ours. Jett is now in peace and as perfect as he the day he was born. Jett took a part of you with him and take this as a comfort that jett is not scared nor that he is alone. My prayers are with you and I hope that soon you will feel the peace in your heart that jett is now feeling. As you look up to the skies insearch of those eyes look for the comfort and soon you all will feel the peace. Your god has not left you and your family he just needed jett to help him with his work. I am so sorry for your emptiness that is in your hearts. Just remember that soon your god along with jett your heart will be filled and complete once again. You all are very loved by the world and so was jett. Peace be with you. Joan


- joan
Posted 01/09/09 01:04 AM
 

John,Kelly and family,
Our deepest regrets on the tragic news of your son’s death. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and our faith in God helps us to know that Jett is in a better place without worries and sickness and one of God’s angels. There are no words that can be said at this time that can ease your pain, so we have to rely on the good memories of his young life and cherish them always within our hearts.
Our Sincerest Synpathy
Laura and MaryAnn Morriss
of Houston, Texas


- Laura and MaryAnn Morriss
Posted 01/09/09 12:51 AM
 

To John, Kely and Family;
My heart and prayers truly go out to you at this time. I myself lost a son shortly after birth. I can truly understand some of the pain that you are going through. No parent should ever have to bury their child. My Jett Rest In Peace.

Love, Emily


- Emily
Posted 01/09/09 12:26 AM
 

John, Kelly and family,

Your loss is felt all over the world. Jett was a gift from God and his sweet and wise spirit is evident in his photos. Our children belong to God from the start and He loans them to us for a while. May you cherish his wonderful life forever in your memories. I’m praying for your comfort in this difficult time.

Dawn


- Dawn
Posted 01/09/09 12:08 AM

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