Nearly three decades after the tragic death of his daughter JonBenét, John Ramsey opened up about the profound impact the loss of two children has had on his faith. In an exclusive interview, Ramsey shared how the deaths of both JonBenét, murdered in 1996, and his older daughter Beth, who died in a car accident in 1992, initially shook his belief system. He described the pain of losing a child as the most devastating experience a parent can endure, surpassing even divorce, job loss, and financial ruin.
JonBenet Ramsey, left, and her father, John, right. (Netflix)
Ramsey recounted how Beth's death left him questioning the existence of a loving God. He embarked on a years-long journey of introspection and conversations with friends, grappling with the potential loss of his faith alongside the loss of his daughter. However, by the time JonBenét was killed, Ramsey's faith had solidified. He described it as a deeply personal, heartfelt belief that had withstood intense scrutiny and doubt. He now believes both his daughters are in heaven, even though the concept remains beyond his full comprehension.
John and Patsy Ramsey, parents of JonBenet Ramsey. (Helen H. Richardson/The Denver Post)
The Ramsey family initially stopped celebrating Christmas after JonBenét's death, but eventually resumed the tradition for the sake of their son Burke, who was nine at the time of the tragedy. Ramsey acknowledged the importance of restoring normalcy to Burke's life, and Christmas was a part of that healing process.
JonBenet Ramsey. (Ramsey family handout)
JonBenét's murder remains unsolved. While the Ramseys were cleared as suspects in 2008, John Ramsey continues to seek justice for his daughter. He advocates for further DNA testing of evidence, leveraging advancements in genetic genealogy that have solved numerous cold cases. Ramsey is scheduled to meet with the Boulder Police Department to discuss these possibilities, hopeful that new technology might finally bring closure, even after 28 years.
John Ramsey continues to search for answers. (Netflix)
