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            CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF HENRY GORINO

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                        HON. TIMOTHY M. KENNEDY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 20, 2024

  Mr. KENNEDY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life and 
legacy of Henry Gorino, who left a profound impact on Western New 
York's restaurant industry and the region as a whole. Mr. Gorino, a 
legendary restaurateur and a beloved figure, was a visionary behind 
some of Western New York's most iconic and flavorful establishments.
  As the force behind restaurants such as Oliver's, Siena, 800 Maple, 
Rocco's Pizza, and JT's, Mr. Gorino had been in the restaurant industry 
for nearly thirty years. Throughout his tenure, he mentored some of the 
region's most well-known chefs and provided a space for friends and 
family to gather for great food and conversation. Henry's ability to 
lovingly push aspiring chefs and owners to the next level was an 
example of why his legacy will live on in the hospitality industry of 
our region.
  Henry Gorino's legacy is not just in his culinary achievements but in 
the countless lives he touched with his kindness, generosity, and 
unwavering support. He truly embodied the spirit of community, showing 
us all what it means to give oneself toward the betterment and 
nourishment of others. His love and dedication to service will forever 
be an inspiration to us all.
  Today, as we commemorate the life and legacy of Henry Gorino, let us 
remember him not only for his outstanding service and compassion but 
also for his dedication to continuously uplifting others. While he may 
no longer be with us in body, his spirit lives on in the community he 
cherished so deeply.

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