Farewell to JFK’s Granddaughter
Funeral and Family Loss
Tatiana Schlossberg, the 35-year-old granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy,
was honored at a funeral in Manhattan on January 5, 2026.
The service was held at the Church of St. Ignatius Loyola,
the same place where Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis was remembered.
Illness and Death
She died on December 30, 2025, after a “private fight” with “acute myeloid leukemia.”
In a personal essay, Tatiana revealed her diagnosis,
expressing shock after leading an active life and recently welcoming her second child.
Mourning and Public Presence
Family members, including Caroline Kennedy,
attended the private ceremony alongside figures such as former President Joe Biden.
Historians noted the Kennedy family’s long history of public mourning.
Legacy and Impact
Her final writings, devotion to her children,
and an online “outpouring of grief” highlighted her courage,
compassion, and lasting voice.
