For my Mentor Gary Howse It is with overwhelming sadness and a deep sense of loss that we announce the passing of Gary Alan Howse on August 3, in New York City. Gary was the beloved newlywed of Philip Pares, a trusted business partner to Manuel Benevich, a beloved son, brother, uncle, mentor and friend. Gary’s inspiration and passion was shared with thousands of people over the arc of his life. As a philanthropic leader in his community and the professional beauty industry, Gary personally poured his time, energy and love, into causes such as Lifelong AIDS Alliance and the Puget Soundkeeper Alliance. “Gary always set an example of how each of us should strive to be our best selves and positively contribute to good outcomes,” says Gary Manuel employee and lifelong friend Kathryn Remijan. Gary’s exuberance and outstanding leadership created a salon community whose focus was more that just great hair and skin. Gary’s core belief was that with a little effort a small group of people could make an immeasurable difference. He was proven right year-over-year as his salons have become AVEDA’s largest Earth Month contributor, raising over $360,000 in the last 4-years. Gary grew up in Nisqually, Washington, where he attended high school and served as the President of the 4H club. His reputation for riding dressage was quickly eclipsed by his expertise in coloring the mains and tails of show horses. After attending Harvey Mudd College, Gary focused his career on his first passion hair design. Gary co-founded Gary Manuel Salon with Manuel Benevich. Together they sought to elevate the expectation of the salon experience from technical skills to guest service. That commitment to excellence led to the development of Gary Manuel AVEDA Institute and Gary Manuel Studios both recognized as leaders in the professional beauty industry. Gary successfully met challenges head on, from living life as an openly gay man in the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis, to building a successful business and mentoring young talent. Challenges did not darken his spirit, but rather made him a more caring, pragmatic and compassionate man. Gary’s passion for leading positive change was reflected in his commitment and action. When asked what Gary meant to his team, Manuel Benevich stated, He was light in our sky and the shoes on our feet. Gary is survived by his husband Philip, brother Dave, sister Julie, nephews Cooper, Travis, and Matthew, nieces Melissa, Bailey and Morgan, great-niece Brooklyn, countless salon clients, and a beloved Team. Memorial contributes may be made to Lifelong AIDS Alliance, Puget Soundkeeper Alliance and Metropolitan Community Church of New York.
Posted on: Sat, 09 Aug 2014 04:04:18 +0000
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