Jack Alan Hershel Obituary
We announce the death of Jack Alan Hershel of Winston Salem, North Carolina, who passed away on October 19, 2026, at the age of 78. Jack will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Jack will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Jack will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Jack’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry Hershel and Elizabeth Felzer Hershel. He is survived by: his brother Ronald S. Hershel of Corvallis, OR; his sister-in-law Lynn Bailey of Winston-Salem, NC; and his cousins, Jeanine, Susan and Adrienne.
A celebration of life was held on Saturday, November 7th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Maple Springs United Methodist Church (2569 Reynolda Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27106).
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Air Force Enlisted Village at http://www.afev.us; or the Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center Burn Center, P.O. Box 571021, Winston-Salem, NC 27157; or to Maple Springs United Methodist Church at http://www.maplesprings.org.
