February 22, 1932 – August 25, 2009
Senator Edward Moore “Ted” Kennedy, Democrat, died of brain cancer on Tuesday, August 25, 2009, at his home in Hyannis Port, MA two weeks after the death of his sister Eunice. He is survived by his wife Victoria, his sister Jean Kennedy Smith, and his three children, Kara Anne, Edward, Jr., and Patrick. In office from November 1962 until his death, Kennedy served nine terms in the Senate. He was the second most senior member of the Senate, and the third-longest-serving senator in U.S. history. He was best known as one of the most outspoken and effective Senate proponents of liberal causes and bills, especially health care.
I am sorry about the death of Senator Kennedy. His deaths brings an end to one generation and because of his leadership, perhaps the next generation will pick up the torch or maybe it will be the grandchildren. The Kennedy’s really seem like America’s Royal family. I pray for those who have died and those who will carry on.
God bless all.
Mary Diener