SONYEA, N.Y. — A New York State correctional officer, known by many as Gandhi, was found dead inside state housing last week. His loved ones are speaking out after his sudden death.
Five hundred flags lined the lawn outside a Western New York funeral home. Each one placed to honor David Hilburger.
Hilburger was known as Gandhi in his community: a peacemaker, a friend, and a brother. The 53 year old was a correctional officer at Groveland Correctional Facility. He was found dead on Wednesday, April 9 in state housing…