Daniel Kulp Hershey, 87, of Manheim, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Tuesday January 17, 2017 at Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center, Lititz. He was the loving husband of Joretta (Hubley) Hershey, and they celebrated 65 years of marriage in March of 2016. Born in Penn Twp. He was the son of the late Graybill and Orpha (Kulp) Hershey. Dan was a lifetime farmer and had worked for the Manheim Auto Auction for 50 years before retiring in 2010. He was a member of Manheim Grace Brethren Church where he was a former deacon. Dan and his wife were members of the national SOWER’S group volunteering their time. He was also a member of the Manheim Fire Police. Dan and his wife enjoyed camping trips with their family.
Surviving in addition to his wife are two daughters Yvonne S. wife of Larry Geib, Wanda K. wife of David Groff, both of Manheim, three sons D. Thomas husband of Connie Hershey, Manheim, J. Timothy husband of Rose Hershey, Manheim, William J. husband of Jean Hershey, Mount Joy; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and one great-great- grandson. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers John, Jacob, and Caleb Hershey.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his funeral service at Manheim Grace Brethren Church, 333 East High Street, Manheim, on Saturday January 21, 2017 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Jeffrey L. Dunkle officiating. Interment will be in Graybills Brethren Cemetery. There will be a public viewing at the church on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Dan’s memory may be sent to Manheim Grace Brethren Church, 333 East High Street, Manheim PA 17545. To send the family on-line condolences, please visit:www.BuchFuneral.com