Donald McEachin Chief of Staff has announced that the Virginia Democrat congressman has passed away, find out his net worth, political career, family, etc
McEachin passed away on Monday, November 28, aged 61, after a longstanding battle with colorectal cancer.
Donald McEachin Cause Of Death, Net Worth, Age, Wife, Family, Education, Office, Party
Congressman Donald McEachin was a relentless advocate for his community and a dedicated colleague. I will miss his friendship and passion for improving our world. Doug and I send our condolences to his wife Colette and their three children. https://t.co/FP7cp3iuKp pic.twitter.com/Llfy3ELfa9
— Vice President Kamala Harris (@VP) November 29, 2022
— Rep. Donald McEachin (@RepMcEachin) November 29, 2022
McEachin just recently defeated Republican Leon Benjamin back in November 8 during his congressional reelection race.
Official Statement From Chief of Staff
Tara Rountree, McEachin’s chief of staff, released the following statement:
We are all devastated at the passing of our boss and friend, Congressman Donald McEachin. Valiantly, for years now, we have watched him fight and triumph over the secondary effects of his colorectal cancer from 2013. Tonight, he lost that battle, and the people of Virginia’s Fourth Congressional District lost a hero who always, always fought for them and put them first
Until a new representative is elected, our office will remain open and continue to serve our constituents. The family asks for privacy at this time. Arrangements will be announced over the next few days
Rountree further added, that McEachin has represented the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Fourth Congressional District since 2017. The district stretches all the way from the capital city of Richmond to the eastern area towards Chesapeake.
Donald McEachin Net Worth
According to various sources, Donald McEachin had an estimated net worth of $1.2M. Besides that, McEachin has also reportedly invested over $64,000 in finance companies, insurance, and real estate. The now deceased Virginia congressman also owns 10 assets with a total value ranging from $783,012 to $1,747,000.
Political Career
Before his death, Donald McEachin was a member of the following House Committees:
- The House Committee on Energy and Commerce
- The House Committee on Natural Resources
- The House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis
McEachin also served as a legislator in both chambers of Virginia’s General Assembly. He was then elected to Congress.
Family
McEachin is married to Colette McEachin, who is the city of Richmond’s Commonwealth’s Attorney. The couple have three adult children.
Condolence Messages
Sen Mark Warner shared a tweet on Monday night about how his congressional fellow worker and friend. Warner shared in his tweet that Don McEachin was a fighter up until the end.
He revealed how McEachin kept his focus on social and environmental justice despite his battle with cancer and other trials.
Warner stated:
Tonight, Virginia has lost a great leader and I have lost a great friend.
Rep Pramila Jayapal expressed McEachin’s demise as “heartbreaking” and she remembered the deceased congressman as a “real fighter for justice.” Jayapal also shared how she had come into Congress together with Rep. McEachin back in 2017. She recalled how they started the first ever environmental justice taskforce together alongside Rep. Nanette Barragán.
Rep Joe Neguse also expressed himself in his tweet. He described the former Virginia Congressman as a “true trailblazer”. He furthered shared in his tweet how McEachin legacy of service to America will be remembered for years. Neguse also added that both he and his wife will keep McEachin’s family in their prayers.