Rep. Jamie Raskin and his wife release heartbreaking statement on death of 25-year-old son.USA
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin and his wife Sarah released an official obituary on Monday, confirming that their 25-year-old son Thomas "Tommy" Raskin died on Dec. 31, 2020 by suicide.
The obituary highlights Tommy as someone who loved soccer, was a committed vegan and who loved animals. Additionally, it also speaks to his dedication to serving others while growing up -- from serving as a tutor at Montgomery Blair High School's tutoring to becoming a teaching assistant at Harvard University. . .
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The private funeral was to have been this morning.
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All suicides are sad, but young suicides seem particularly tragic.
I went through a serious depression at his age, but, with help, managed to pull through it.
Rest in peace, Tommy.