RIP Gordon Henry

[Don L.]

I regret to share with those of us that knew Mr. Gordon Henry of his passing. Sadly, Gordon died of a massive heart attack on April 18th. A kind and gentle man, Gordon also possessed a strong desire to help in any way he could, no matter the cost.

Gordon was an occasional poster here, but was a very active member of the local Corvette scene. He was a proud member of NCRS, including his long time association with the Michigan Chapter. Gordon helped me with many, many items and issues as I restored my C3. Gordon was a two-time Corvette owner. Most notably, he was proud of his great 1971 LT1 convertible, which he bought right off the showroom floor in 1971. The car survives him. This car was awarded Top Flight twice, including right next to mine at the 2011 National event in Novi Michigan. He also earned a Bloomington Gold award. Gordon wasn't shy with this car. Last summer, he packed his bags and took his wife and drove the LT1 to Mackinaw City for a long weekend. For those that don't know, that's a 5 hour highway drive. I hear he averaged well over the posted speed limit. Yup. His wife told me that.

I'm gonna miss Gordon. Please keep Gordon and his family in your thoughts and prayers.

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[Terry M.]

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Yes Gordon was proud of his LT1. I'm sad to hear of his passing.

My condolences to his family and friends.

[Jeffrey S.]

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It was a great and saddening shock when I got word of Gordon's passing. We had many great conversations at NCRS events, at Bloomington. and at my shop. Having in common that we both bought or Corvettes at about the same time in 1971 initially gave us something to talk about and the relationship grew from there. I will miss him!
Jeff

[Chris G.]

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So sorry to here about Gordan Henry, he will be missed. He had a beautiful original 71 LT1 to look at and learn from. He always attended the Michigan Regional, National, and Chapter NCRS shows with a wealth of corvette knowledge! Always fun to talk to. Rest In Peace my good Friend!

[Patrick H.]

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Sorry to hear this as well, having seen Gordon and his car many times.

My condolences to his family.

[John W.]

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Don thanks for letting us know. I have added Gordon to the NCRS Memorial Wall. I plagiarized most of your post to include in his Bio. Hope that is OK.

[Don L.]

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Thank you so very much, John.

Gordon was a good friend. This is amazing and a great way to honor him. I am grateful and I'm sure Marilyn and Caitlin will be too when I tell them.

[Ray K.]

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So very sad to hear about Gordon's passing . . . we spent many hours discussing and comparing notes on our "one ownership Ontario Orange LT1s.
Truly a great guy and a

lways a pleasure to be with and talk to. We're gonna miss him. May he rest in peace . . . . .