George Moran’s tearful eulogy for Tatiana Schlossberg: “She was my whole life, the world has fallen apart since she’s gone forever. My love, be happy, laugh heartily, rest in peace, and I will help you fulfill your last wishes.” – A loving plea from a husband to honor the spirit of his late wife. Article by Alex Rivera, National Correspondent.

At a deeply moving funeral, bringing together some of America’s most powerful figures in silent grief, George Moran – Tatiana Schlossberg’s devoted husband – delivered a eulogy that transcended sorrow, asking mourners not to dwell on the tragedy but to embody his wife’s joyful spirit through laughter, kindness, and a cheerful life. Standing before former presidents, celebrities, and the Kennedy family at St. John’s Church… At Ignatius Loyola in Manhattan on January 5th, Moran shared intimate memories of Tatiana, who passed away at age 35 on December 30th after a courageous battle against acute myeloid leukemia, leaving behind two young children and a legacy of love that inspired people to “be the best friend in the world.”

The private, invited-only ceremony attracted a notable lineup of guests: President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, former Secretary of State John Kerry, Speaker of the House Emeritus Nancy Pelosi, former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Senator Ed Markey, Obama strategist David Axelrod, David Letterman, Seth Meyers, musician Jon Batiste, fashion designer Carolina Herrera (who designed Tatiana’s wedding dress), and New Yorker editor David Remnick. The church—where Jackie Kennedy Onassis’s funeral was held in 1994—held profound significance, a poignant parallel as Caroline Kennedy mourned her daughter in that very sacred space.

Tatiana’s siblings, Jack and Rose, were present: Jack greeted mourners, Rose read a passage from the Bible. But Moran’s words resonated most powerfully. “George didn’t ask us to grieve in silence,” her cousin Tim Shriver shared in a widely circulated online tribute. “He asked us to keep Tatiana alive—by being cheerful, solving crossword puzzles in less than five minutes, listening with kindness, speaking with truth, laughing heartily, and much more.”

Moran, holding back tears while embracing her two children, Edwin (3 years old) and Josephine (18 months old), described Tatiana as a smart, funny, thoughtful little girl—just like her parents, Caroline and Edwin Schlossberg. He praised her belief in the sacredness of nature, her frankness in speaking the truth about climate issues, and her joy in everyday moments. “She wanted us to live fully,” Shriver echoed Moran’s plea. “Gratitude, love, humor, action—that’s how we remember her.” The ceremony was “beautiful,” attendees said—solemn yet warm, with hugs throughout. A shared family photo from September 2025 at Martha’s Vineyard captured Tatiana’s radiant smile, George looking at her affectionately, the children and dog nearby—a final bright memory. Tatiana’s essay in the November issue of The New Yorker revealed her diagnosis after Josephine’s birth, her guilt for “adding tragedy” to Caroline’s already grieving life, and her fear that her children would not remember her. Moran’s eulogy transformed grief into joy: Let us embody Tatiana’s spirit – her quick crossword puzzles (a hallmark of her sharp intellect), her hearty laughter, her friendly kindness.

As tributes poured in – Maria Shriver calling Tatiana “brave, strong, courageous… full of light” – Moran’s words set a pattern: Not to mourn passively, but to live vibrantly. George Moran did not deliver a traditional eulogy. He delivered a love letter – to Tatiana, to life. “Be joyful… laugh heartily.” Tatiana’s spirit – live on in action. Her husband’s gift: Eternal memory through joy. Rest in peace, Tatiana. Your light inspires – forever.