'Our Maeve dedicated her life to society’s most vulnerable' - Kathleen Kennedy Townsend mourns the loss of daughter and grandson

It's a heavy-hearted time for Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, former Maryland Lt. Gov, and a member of the storied Kennedy family. Following a tragic canoeing accident, she bids farewell to her daughter and grandson.

"Our Maeve dedicated her life to society’s most vulnerable"

40-year-old Maeve Kennedy Townsend McKean, Kathleen's daughter, and 8-year-old Gideon McKean, her grandson, were involved in a catastrophic canoeing mishap off the coast of Shady Side, Maryland. Authorities have confirmed that both bodies have now been found after a five-day search involving underwater imaging sonar technology, as reported by AP News.

Maeve, a public health and human rights lawyer, served as the executive director of the Georgetown University Global Health Initiative, with her work concentrating on "the intersection of global health and human rights."

"My heart is crushed, yet we shall try to summon the grace of God and what strength we have"

In this profoundly sad time, the family, known for its resilience and unity, comes together to grieve and remember their lost members. Kathleen Kennedy Townsend spoke of her grandson, Gideon, as a "loving" big brother and a bright young mind, talented in sports, riddles, math, and chess.

David McKean, Maeve's husband, shared on Facebook that the family had been self-quarantining at a house owned by Maeve's mother to give their children more space during the ongoing pandemic.

As this tragedy unfolds, we witness the strength and courage of a family that has long been in the public eye. With heavy hearts, we join Kathleen Kennedy Townsend in mourning the loss of her beloved family members.

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