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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 heart goes out to both John Travolta and Kelly Preston, I hope they get the privacy they need to try to accept this tragedy in their life. There is no getting over this type of tragedy there is only acceptance and perciverance (sp). I have watched John since “Welcome back Kotter” and I watched Kelly on “Family Ties”, they have both grown and matured into very caring and loving parents and I am sure their daughter needs them now more than ever, she lost her big brother, her mentore and I am sure someone whom ment a great deal to her. John and Kelly are not the only ones mourning, remember he had a sister. I hope everyone can come to the acceptance of this loss.

My condolences,

Shannon


- Shannon
Posted 01/08/09 05:15 PM
 

John, Kelly, & Ella,
My prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this difficult and tragic time.
Jett’s spirit is with the Lord and he is now shining down on all of you. I know your strong faith and memories of Jett will be with you and get you through this difficult time.
Nancy P


- Anonymous
Posted 01/08/09 05:10 PM
 

Travolta family;

I know words cannot take your hurt away. Your tragedy, has awaken society to acknowledge that there are many types of seizure disorder and are also in very young children. Our children.

So, please emphasize on the happy memories of your family with Jett.

I know what it is like to suffer with a child with seizures, my son now going on 19 years old, has been suffering from the age of 5 (as far as we know).

He’s been thru 2 brain surgery, one having a lobectomy done, and just this past October had a VNS pacemaker put in his chest to try and halt his numerous seizure’s and try to improve his life. Even if it’s just to reduce his amount of medications he takes.

We struggle with him, because being of age 19 he want’s to be normal like other kids. He wants to drive, go to normal schools, etc. Because of where his seizure disorder is sparking from all over the brain much as not help him so far.

So they didn’t remove the correct spot at his 2nd brain surgery-(found out later). But, another surgery like that was out of the question.

So please, except our most sincerest condolescences. Our family grieves’ with yours, as we also live with the unassurance of what can happen to our son.

Blessings to your family, togetherness is all that will help console you.

Sincerely,

Nelly Vasquez and family


- Nelly V
Posted 01/08/09 05:08 PM
 

to the trovolta family im sorry for your loss your family is my prayers. miss childers


- barbarachilders
Posted 01/08/09 05:04 PM
 

Dear John and Kelly, Words can not begin to express how sorry I am for the loss of your beloved son Jett. There are no words to take your pain away. I wish you peace and time to heal in the arms of your loved ones. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Cynthia/ Jupiter, Florida


- Cynthia
Posted 01/08/09 05:01 PM
 

Dear John and Kelly, Words can not begin to express how sorry I am for the loss of your beloved son Jett. There are no words to take your pain away. I wish you peace and time to heal in the arms of your loved ones. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Cynthia/ Jupiter, Florida


- Cynthia
Posted 01/08/09 05:01 PM
 

Dear John and Kelly, Words can not begin to express how sorry I am for the loss of your beloved son Jett. There are no words to take your pain away. I wish you peace and time to heal in the arms of your loved ones. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Cynthia/ Jupiter, Florida


- Cynthia
Posted 01/08/09 05:01 PM
 

TO ALL WHO LOVED JETT….DON’T EXPECT SO MUCH OF YOURSELVES…ALLOW YOUR HEART TO BREAK AND LOVE AND GRIEVE…THIS HUMAN COURSE OF LIFE IS SO UNPREDICTABLE AND DEATH IS THE GREAT EQUALIZER OF ALL MEN…WITHOUT RESPECT OF AGE, SOCIAL STATUS, WEALTH OR WHO WE ARE…OUR KINDEST THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AS YOU TRY TO COPE WITH THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE…AMERICA FEELS THAT WE “KNOW” THE TRAVOLTA FAMILY AND LOVE ALL OF YOU!


- Brenda
Posted 01/08/09 04:58 PM
 

I am so sorry about your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family.
the Adams Family


- Jennifer Adams
Posted 01/08/09 04:55 PM
 

I can never imagine what you are going through and hope I never will. I am praying for you and your family. Stay strong and be there for each other. God Bless Jett and protect him on his new journey. Gods Speed!


- Rita Ouzts
Posted 01/08/09 04:50 PM
 

I WANT TO SEND MY LOVE TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY GOD BLESS JETT AND HIS FAMILY.


- MARILYN JEANIE
Posted 01/08/09 04:49 PM
 

To The Travolta Family,
You are loved by all and my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I lost my stepson in May and that was very difficult…Keep the Faith and May God Bless You All.

Peggy


- Peggy Hurley
Posted 01/08/09 04:47 PM
 

GOD BLESS JET AND HIS FAMILY.GIVE THEM THE STRENGHT TO CARRY ON WITH THEIR LIVES.THEY ARE A VERY BEAUTIFULL FAMILY AND GOD BLESSED THEM WITH 16 YEARS WITH JETT,GOD GIVE THEM PEACE ..


- MARILYN JEANIE
Posted 01/08/09 04:47 PM
 

I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

With deepest sympathy,
Lyn Gandolf


- Lyn Gandolf
Posted 01/08/09 04:44 PM
 

My prayers go out to you and your family. Sorry for your loss. May God continue to comfort you at this time.


- Arlene
Posted 01/08/09 04:42 PM
 

my condolences to mr and mrs travolta and their families. thee is no words to console you right now, but know that i will keep all of you in my prayers. your son is an angel. love you much


- frances flores
Posted 01/08/09 04:41 PM
 

The Travolta Family:

We are very sorry for loss of you son.
Stay close to God and remember you’ll see him in Heaven when you get there.
GOD BLESS.


Mike&Marina(OH)


- Mike Anderson
Posted 01/08/09 04:39 PM
 

Dear Kelly and John,
Having lost my 19 year old son several years ago, I absolutely know how you feel. There is no pain greater than a parents grief over the loss of their beloved child. It never ever leaves you. It will, however, become manageable. That is the best I can offer. You will never forget, but you will deal with it. You will always think about the child you loved and lost, just as I do. You are in my prayers.


- Helen
Posted 01/08/09 04:37 PM
 

dear John and Kelly,
The loss of your son has been felt all over the world. I have been a fan since
“Barberino”. i have lost my sister,mom and dad so I know what loss is,but if I were to loss one of my children i would be unconsolable. My tears and my prayers are with you,Kelly and Ella. May god bless you and your family.
Hearts and love ,
Elena Pascale


- Elena Pascale
Posted 01/08/09 04:35 PM
 

John,Kelly and Ella, my heart breaks for all of you I have an adopted daughter and my biggest fear is that something might happen to her. My prayers are with the whole family.Ella keeps asking where her brother is well sweety he is in your heart so remember he wll NEVER leave you because you your mom and dad will cary him in your hearts FOREVER.


- Carla
Posted 01/08/09 04:30 PM

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