The small band of BSAVA founder members had intuitive foresight, an enthusiasm and energy to get things done and have made a lasting impression on the veterinary profession of today. The autumn of 2018 saw the passing of Brian Singleton and now it's time to bid farewell to Nick Henderson who sadly passed away on Sunday 23 December. Bruce Vivash Jones pays tribute to his colleague and good friend since 1954, Gordon Nicholson Henderson BSc FIPR FRCVS