Hank was a co-founder of the Pinelands Carvers, a mentor, to countless men
and women carvers, a man's man with the most disarming smile,a gentleman
and above all, a friend.   He will be sorely  missed; but whenever  men and
women in the Toms River, NJ area pick up a carving knife, whet stone or piece
of wood to carve;  he will be remembered.

The following  pages are  dedicated  to the  memory  of a man  who  brought his
unusual charm, kindness and generosity to all who had the good fortune to
spend even a single day with him.  It is with sincere gratitude that the Pinelands
Carvers say "Thanks" to the Gelotte family for sharing this great man with us.