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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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We are in their thouts and prayers for John and family


- Leanne
Posted 01/08/09 07:36 PM
 

To the beloved Travolta family. We the public are all grief stricken as you are to your loss. What a beautiful young life to be taken so soon. I believe as you do that another adventure awaits him. I hold onto that thought for all of us. I am not a scientologist member. I am a person who knows what I feel, and that is that we will all live again. I do hope your family gets some time alone to reflect. Be well Sandra


- Sandra
Posted 01/08/09 07:28 PM
 

I cannot advert my eyes to your pain…regardless of anyone’s belief. You will see your Son Jett again. Ask your minister about the Rapture of the True Church. You will see Jett again. With warm wishes…The Scamard family.


- KScamard
Posted 01/08/09 07:23 PM
 

Dear John and Kelly,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My Heart and prayers are with you. It is very sad to lose a loved one.


- Linda Haugen
Posted 01/08/09 07:19 PM
 

to the Travolta family

we are sorry for your loss.we have a son that suffers from a seizure disorder as well.we know what you are going through, and we know that its difficult to loose a loved one and you will be in our prayers.


- maria
Posted 01/08/09 07:11 PM
 

John, Kelly and Ella,
You all are in our thoughts and prayers, our hearts are heavy with your loss. Jett now has beautiful wings and will always be with you. We hope that your family can escape all this spot light so you can grieve as a family alone. Whenever you feel alone just remember he will always with you.

All our Love,
Byron and Debbie


- Debbie V
Posted 01/08/09 07:04 PM
 

I can only imagine the grief that John, Kelly and little Ella are enduring. My heart goes out to the family. Each day that passes my heart aches for the them. As a mother, I am so heartbroken for Kelly. Having that little baby growing inside of you and loving him ( or her) from the moment you know your with child. The love is like no other. It is a bond that is instant. I see the photos of them and remember the interviews when Jett was born and am so devastated that she lost her child. I just wanted to express my deepest condolences to the family. May you find strength in each other.


- mom2trroopb
Posted 01/08/09 07:01 PM
 

To the Travolta Family,
Even though we don’t personally know you, our hearts go out to you. Our thoughts and prayers are with the three of you. We could see in all the photographs what a loving family you are. Jett was very lucky.

- Duffy Family


- Deborah Duffy
Posted 01/08/09 06:23 PM
 

To John & Kelly Travolta and Family,
Out sincerest and deepest sympathy to all of you in your time of sorrow. We will keep your family in our hearts and prayers.


-Angela & Jack


- Angela & Jack
Posted 01/08/09 06:23 PM
 

To Jett, Ella, Kelly, John: I love and admire you all.


- Susana Mohr
Posted 01/08/09 06:18 PM
 

to the travolta family .i will keep your family in my prayer from . and
may god bless
your whole family
jacqueline hayes


- jacqueline
Posted 01/08/09 06:09 PM
 

To The Travolta Family; our prayers are with you, time doesn’t heal all wounds but prayer and support from loved ones and complete strangers will carry you on through life .


- peg
Posted 01/08/09 06:03 PM
 

To John/Kelly sorry about the sudden Loss of your 16 year old son Jett.I hope you can Remember the Good Times you had with your son.You should Put a Charity or Foundation for your son.To keep his memory Alive.Move on with your lives.


- Samantha
Posted 01/08/09 05:57 PM
 

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this unbelievable time.


- Debbie from Clearwater
Posted 01/08/09 05:53 PM
 

to john and kelly i said a prayer for you today i know god heard me ifelt the ansner in my heart i knew you wouldt mind i asked himto grant you blessing and freinds to share your way today but it was his loving way i prayed for the most for you today love to your family from mind lucinda and joseph bowen love always peace be with


- lucindabowen
Posted 01/08/09 05:49 PM
 

Dear Kelly, John, and Family,

I send you my sincerest condolences on the loss of Jett. I know that you surrounded him with love and he returned that in kind.
He will always be with you until you meet again.
May G-d surround you with peace and love.

Hope


- Hope
Posted 01/08/09 05:45 PM
 

My Heart and prayers go out to you and your familey. I lost my husband on Thanksgiving day of 94 and my mom on Christmas Day 2007. The holidays are sad because I miss them so much but I know they are in good hands and they hurt no more. God Bless you all


- Joletta Cawthon
Posted 01/08/09 05:40 PM
 

Dear John and Kelly,
I am deeply saddened by your loss. There is no greater pain, as a parent, than a loss of a child. What a precious gift you were given on the day he was born. May you gain strength with the amount of outpouring love everyone is giving you, and how much more your lives were enriched by your son. My heart breaks for the both of you, as well as, for Ella. He may not be with you physically, but he will ALWAYS be in your heart and not even death can take that away! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Deborah


- Deborah
Posted 01/08/09 05:36 PM
 

i said a prayer for you todayand i know god heard me even though i heard not a wordiask him to be close to you today and the start of each day to come to grant you blessing from all your fans and freinds i also ask him for you all things great and small but mostly for his loving grace on your family in each new day to come love and peace in thedays to come i also hope everone gives that to your family until better days love the both of you always keep the faith healing will come to your hearts soon


- lucindabowen
Posted 01/08/09 05:35 PM
 

Dear John and family, I thoughts and prayers are with you.I can tell how much you loved him and how much he loved you.God needed him now for some reason, but one day you Will see him again. I think you are a wounderfull family. May God be with you!!!!!!!


- Susan McGowan
Posted 01/08/09 05:33 PM

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