Gary L. Henderson
RAVENEL, S.C. Gary L. Henderson age 81 formerly of Gowanda passed away at home unexpectedly February 28, 2021 in South Carolina.
Gary was born in Gowanda, NY June 14 , 1949 the son of Gordon E. and Bertha R. (Field) Henderson.
A 1958 graduate of Cattaraugus High School, Gary was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1963 honorably serving his country until 1965. Prior to being drafted he was employed with the former Gowanda State Hospital, he worked as a cook, after his deployment he returned to his position with the hospital and worked until his retirement in 1983.
Gary enjoyed car shows and enjoyed showing his Model A, Model T and Jaguar (to name a few). Other interests included motorcycles, his faithful canine companions he had through the years and his love for his church, he was a longtime devoted member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Ravenel, S.C.
May 7, 1928 â Dec. 14, 2020
Philo J. Brooks, who served 14 terms in the Niagara County Board of Supervisors and its successor, the County Legislature, was a quiet political legend. When Philo Brooks spoke on the floor of the Legislature, everybody listened to him, because they had great respect for him, William L. Ross, a longtime Legislature colleague, said Tuesday.
Mr. Brooks, of Porter, died Monday in Our Lady of Peace Nursing Home, Lewiston, where he had been a resident for about a year. He was 92. He was a true gentleman, smart as a whip, recalled Dennis F. Virtuoso, the only current legislator who served with Mr. Brooks. He knew the county inside out. He was an eloquent speaker, too.