Kitchen, President of Young Democrats of Maryland, Found Dead

Joseph Kitchen, president of the Young Democrats of Maryland, was found dead in his home on Aug. 16. He was 34 years old. Kitchen was the director of out of school time and volunteer services at the Washington School for Girls.

According to Prince George’s County Police, Kitchen was reported missing. He was last seen at Sandy Point State Park in Annapolis on Aug. 8.

Such a terrible loss for our community, our state, and our country. Holding all who were especially close to Joseph in my heart. His commitment to justice and his passion will live on. https://t.co/56rlEIxPnW

— Lorig Charkoudian (@LCharkoudian) August 16, 2020

Joseph Kitchen had a passionate and infectious love for the Democratic Party and his work for it. We will all miss his energy and warm smile. Rest In Peace. https://t.co/Z5thDakUaS

— Marc Korman (@mkorman) August 16, 2020

Joseph will be truly missed.

The Young Democrats of Maryland expresses its deepest condolences and sympathies to his family. The family has asked for privacy while they process this tremendous loss.

Rest in Power. pic.twitter.com/T3TwHIe4f9

— Young Democrats of Maryland (@YoungDemsofMD) August 17, 2020

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