Jackson Family Statement On Death Of Michael Jackson; Request Second Autopsy

June 27th, 2009 by Castina

Just two days after the tragic death of Michael Jackson, The Jackson Family has released a statement to fans on the event that has rocked the world.

The statement, issued to PEOPLE.com Saturday, reads:

“In one of the darkest moments of our lives we find it hard to find the words appropriate to this sudden tragedy we all had to encounter. Our beloved son, brother and father of three children has gone so unexpectedly, in such a tragic way and much too soon. It leaves us, his family, speechless and devastated to a point, where communication with the outside world seems almost impossible at times.”

“We miss Michael endlessly, our pain cannot be described in words. But Michael would not want us to give up now. So we want to thank all of his faithful supporters and loyal fans worldwide, you — who Michael loved so much. Please do not despair, because Michael will continue to live on in each and every one of you. Continue to spread his message, because that is what he would want you to do. Carry on, so his legacy will live forever.”

Joe Jackson, family patriarch and Michael’s father, added his own message to the statement:

“My grandchildren are deeply moved by all the love and support you have shown for them and their father, Michael Jackson.”

In other Jackson news, the Rev. Jesse Jackson announced Saturday that the family wants an independent autopsy to determine what killed the pop icon.

The family’s spiritual advisors want to know more about the cause of death and about the role of the personal cardiologist, Conrad Murray, who was with the singer at the time of his death.

“The routine inquiry is now an investigation,” Rev. Jackson said, according to The Associated Press.> “They [the Jacksons] didn’t know the doctor. … He should have met with the family, given them comfort on the last hours of their son.”

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On June 27th 2009, eNews Reference wrote:

The family want answers: http://www.enewsreference.com/wordpress/?p=29
On June 27th 2009, Roxann V. Salas wrote:

My sympathy and prayers go out to the Jackson family and his three children.. He was a great artist and a legendary icon.. He will never be forgotten and always missed.. God bless him on his journey home and give his family and children the strength to over come such a great loss..
On June 28th 2009, Brian Ayotte wrote:

I send my deepest sympathy to the Jackson family and close friends. He will be missed very much. He will continue to live through his music and contributions. R.I.P. my friend.
On June 29th 2009, Jolly Iyamu wrote:

I send my sincere condolence to the jackson family.He’s a huge loss to the music indusrty,he was an icon and a philantropist. R.I.P the great ICON.
On June 30th 2009, Eleanora wrote:

My love and prayers for the Jackson family…Michael changed the lives of millions and his ability to bring magic to every stage he was on is parlleled by his naivete and kindness. I’m going to miss him so much — there will never be another like him. Very sad….
On July 2nd 2009, Kimberly Selby wrote:

I want to send my sympathy the jackson family. Most of all his children. My father died three years ago in August. So I know what they must be going through. I was 29 when he died. I can only imagine what his children must be going through.

I love Michael and I will always love Michael. I know people say Elvis is the king, but for me it’s Michael and always will be.

It won’t be the same without him.
Rest in peace Michael.
You had the voice of an angel so it is fitting the you should be among them.
Diana was the Queen of Hearts, Michael is the King of Hearts to me.
On July 8th 2009, Rodnae Matews wrote:

I HAVE GREW UP ON MICHAEL JACKSIN’S MUSIC TRYING TO LEARN THE WORDS TO HIS MUSIC AND TRYING TO LEARN THE DANCE MOVES TO EVERY VIDEO.WHEN I HAD SAW THE NEWS THAT HE HAD DIED I COULDNT BELIEVE IT.I CRIED SO MUCH THINKING ABOUT MICHAELJACKSON.MICHAEL JACKSON IS AN ICON TO ME AND IT HURTS ME SO MUCH TO SEE HIM GO SO SOON.I NEVER THOUGHT THAT HE WOULD DIE SO SOON.
I LOVE YOU MICHAEL AND MAY YOUR SOUL REST IN PEACE BUT IT CHEEERS ME UP TO KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE NOW
On July 8th 2009, Esther Singh wrote:

To the Jackson Family,
I have been a fan of Michael’s all my life. I am 54
and have followed him all my life. He has challenged all of the world to follow their dreams.
I feel like he was my friend, and he will live forever in
my heart. I love Michael Jackson. His music is the
best. His music was an inspiration to the world and
the best. I named my first born son Michael because I love him and the name. He was born 1
year after Thriller came out and the music and Michael are the best. I will listen to him all of my life and only want you to remember he is with God now and will forever live in our minds. There will never be another Michael Jackson. He is
so loved my me and so many for the talent and
love he gave to the world. You have my deepest
sympathy. I do now and will forever love Michael
and the Jackson’s. Your a family of rare and
beautiful music who the world loves. He is a
forever in my soul and heart. I cried so much
but now try to smile like his song song by
Jermaine and written by Charlie Chaplin. He
is with God and world want us to find a smile
and live in his beautiful memory not be sad.
I will always love him and his music. Thanks
for sharing Michael and your family with the
world. In his memory, Esther
On July 9th 2009, Ehetera Smith wrote:

A great angel put on earth has returned home for greater good to continue in loving memory of Michael’s ongoing message to HEAL THE WORLD. You will never be forgotten, always in our hearts and that is the legacy you have left behind. Angel blessings and Healing to Michael’s family and children. SMILE, be brave, look up and remember,. THANK YOU MICHAEL FOR BEING YOU!!!
On September 7th 2009, Anita Foster wrote:

I and my family will truly miss Mr. Micael Jackson.
I was born in 1957 and I was truly in love with him.
I use to dream that I was his wife and we had
children. My 5 year old grandaughter loved him to .
I asked her why she liked Michael Jackson and she told me she thought he was so cute and handsome. Thank you Mrs.Katherine Jackson for sharing your son with the world. May God continue to bless you and the family.