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Long-Serving NYS Assemblyman Gantt Dies At 78

nyassembly.gov

New York State Assemblyman David Gantt, who served the Rochester area for decades, has died at age 78. 

His office announced his death Wednesday, bringing out a wave of accolades from elected officials praising Gantt for his dedication and service.

In a statement, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says “David spent his career fighting poverty and advocating for the underserved." 

Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren says Gantt, the only African American to be elected to state government from Monroe County, “was a father to me. He loved me unconditionally and inspired me to be who I am today."

Gantt, a Democrat, had announced earlier this year that he would not be seeking re-election. He had been dealing with health issues for some time.