Laura J. Hershberger

HOWARD -- Laura J. Hershberger, 25, 28670 New Castle Road, died Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2016, at Akron Children's Hospital from cystic fibrosis.

She was born March 30, 1991, in Mount Eaton to Jonas R. and Anna L. Hershberger, and was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.

Surviving in addition to her parents, are a brother, Levi (Susan) Hershberger of Howard; sisters, Mary (Nelson) Raber of Gambier, Susan (Andy) Raber of Walhonding, Amanda, Edna, Anna and Katie Hershberger, all of the home.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Martha Hershberger.

Funeral services will be Friday, Dec. 9 at 9 a.m. at the residence, with Bishop Dan Raber officiating. Burial will be in Troyer Cemetery, Butler Township, Knox County. Friends may call at the house any time. Fischer Funeral Home, Danville, is assisting the family (www.fischerfuneralhome.com).