Statement from ADP Chairman Mark Kennedy on Passing of Senator Wendell Mitchell

MONTGOMERY — “The passing of Wendell Mitchell this weekend marked a great loss for the Alabama Democratic Party. Wendell served the people of district 30 for more than 30 years as a state senator, earning the nickname, 'Walking Wendell,' for walking several hundred miles during his campaigns to meet with his constituents face-to-face. Wendell was indeed one of the most respected individuals in the Alabama Democratic Party and will be greatly missed by all. Many throughout the state thought highly of Wendell, as both a senator and dean emeritus of Jones School of Law in Montgomery, and he could always be counted on for sound advice and encouragement. The thoughts and prayers of the Alabama Democratic Party are with Wendell’s family during this difficult time.”