Hershberger, John H. (1864-1953)

Mennonite Weekly Review obituary: 1953 Apr 16 p. 5

Birth date: 1864

text of obituary:

Retired Carpenter, Farmer Died

Sugarcreek, Ohio. — Funeral services for John H. Hershberger, 89, well known retired farmer and carpenter of the Walnut Creek community, were held at the Walnut Creek Mennonite church April 7. Rev. Paul R. Miller, the pastor, officiated.

Mr. Hershberger, whose death occurred April 4, leaves five daughters, two sons, 31 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by seven brothers and three sisters.

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Mennonite Weekly Review obituary: 1953 Apr 30 p. 3

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— Funeral services were held at the Walnut Creek (Ohio) Mennonite church on Tuesday, April 7, for John Hershberger, 89-year-old pioneer of that community. Born in Walnut Creek township, Mr. Hershberger lived there all his life and became widely known in the neighborhood for his carpenter work. Surviving are five daughters, two sons, 31 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.