Henry Francis Gehant (May 4, 1863–May 17, 1927) was an American farmer, businessman, and politician. Gehant was born in Shelby County, Illinois. He lived in West Brooklyn, Illinois with his wife and family and went to the West Brooklyn public schools. Gehant was a farmer and was involved in the mercantile business. He was also involved in the banking business since 1897. He served on the Lee County County Board and as president of the West Brooklyn Village Board. Gehant was a Democrat. He served in the Illinois House of Representatives in 1907 and 1908. Gehant died from a stroke at his home in West Brooklyn, Illinois. References External links 1863 births 1927 deaths People from Lee County, Illinois People from Shelby County, Illinois Businesspeople from Illinois Farmers from Illinois County board members in Illinois Mayors of places in Illinois Democratic Party members of the Illinois House of Representatives