Jacob-Hendershot-Obituary

Jacob H. Hendershot

Portage, Michigan

Jun 1, 1934 – Nov 9, 2025

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BORN
June 1, 1934
DIED
November 9, 2025
LOCATION
Portage, Michigan

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Jacob Hugh Hendershot, age 91, of Portage, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025, after living a long and fulfilling life. Born June 1, 1934, in Grove City, Ohio, to Jacob C. and Josephine (Weygandt) Hendershot, Hugh grew up with strong values and a love of family and friends. He graduated...

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Don knew Hugh from their Upjohn days, and he tolerated Don's square dancing. When Chapel had their new addition, he and don were the first volunteers called for things and so we worked together. Hugh was one of the nicest, caring and quiet (in a good way) man we knew. His obituary was correct, he was a good listener-a very good quality. Ellen and I shared activities with he and Arlene and they were two of our favorite people. We will miss him. We know the family will have many memories to...

Hugh's Family, One of the dearest and nicest families I have ever know. To know them is to love them and I don't know of anyone that doesn't love them. Hugh and his family were very dedicated to their church and belief. I have wonderful memories of delivering Meals on Wheels with Hugh. He would do anything for anyone. Both Hugh and Arlene had a quick sense of humor and shared this with everyone. My sympathies are with all the family - keeping y'all in my heart and prayers. God Bless, Stan...