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Jacob William Hancher

  • Thursday, July 24, 1997 - Saturday, October 3, 2020

Visitation

  • Monday, October 12, 2020
  • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Waldorf Volunteer Fire Department, Station 3
  • 3245 Old Washington Road Waldorf, MD 20603

Services

  • Tuesday, October 13, 2020
  • Private

A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 virtually on the St. Peter’s School, Waldorf, MD Facebook page at 10:00 am.

Jacob William Hancher, 23, passed away October 03, 2020 in Myrtle Beach, SC while serving in the line of duty with the Myrtle Beach Police Department.  He was born July 24, 1997 in Silver Spring, MD.

Jacob graduated from Thomas Stone High School in Waldorf, MD in 2015 and attended Horry Georgetown Technical College in Conway, SC.  He began his career with the Myrtle Beach Police Department in 2015 as a Community Service Officer and became a Myrtle Beach Police Officer in January 2020.  Prior to moving to Myrtle Beach, he was a member of the Waldorf Volunteer Fire Department, Fire Station 3 from 2014 to 2015.  After moving to Myrtle Beach, he became a member of the Horry County Fire Rescue, Station 45.  He was also an Eagle Scout, Troop 417 in Waldorf, MD, a member of St. James Catholic Church in Conway, SC and a life member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Waldorf, MD where he was baptized.

He is survived by his mother, Suzanne Ondrus Williams and her husband Gene Euchler; father, Jeffrey Hancher and his wife Katherine; siblings, Alexis Hancher, Cecelia Ondrus Williams, Andrew Conklin, Jensen Conklin, and Hope Euchler; maternal grandparents, Paul and Barbara Ondrus; paternal grandparents, Joseph and Betty Hancher; step-paternal grandfather, David Dodson; several aunts, uncles and cousins.

 

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Edward Gorsky

August 28 – Obituary: Jacob William Hancher

Susie, I just learned of Jacob’s passing and wanted to offer you my deepest condolences on the loss of your son. May God continue to bless you and your entire family.

MaryAnn

October 13 – Obituary: Jacob William Hancher

There are no words so I will say that your Jacob made such a difference in this world. Sending God’s comfort and love to Jacob’s family, friends and fellow officers. His service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Jacob’s smile will be eternally remembered.

Lee & Bonnie

October 12 – Obituary: Jacob William Hancher

Our hearts go out to the family of Jacob. Our son is a police officer. We knew that he was a good officer by his smile. RIP my friend.

Sharon Wagner

October 10 – Obituary: Jacob William Hancher

I was so incredibly sorry to read of Officer Hancher’s Line of Duty Death. Such an honorable young man. You have my heartfelt sympathy. Your son will never be forgotten.

Chuck & Dianne Goodrich

October 8 – Obituary: Jacob William Hancher

So sorry for this unwarranted loss.
It has been said, “Where ever a good soul has walked, there is a trail of beautiful memories”.
This sentiment certainly applies to Jake!

Linda Bossler

October 8 – Obituary: Jacob William Hancher

Kathy, Jeff and Family,

We are so sorry to hear of Jacob’s passing. Although he was young, it sounds like he did a lot of living in his 23 years. We are praying for God’s healing for all of you. Please let us know if there’s anything you need.

Lots of Love,
David and Linda (Neal) Bossler

Tanya Higgins

October 8 – Obituary: Jacob William Hancher

My dear Kathy and your precious family,

Your son no doubt was brave, strong and your answered prayers. Knowing you Kathy, I know for sure he was well loved and supported. I pray that your heart finds a small comfort in that. No words can begin to touch your grief but I do offer my deepest heartfelt sympathies for your unimaginable loss.

Love Tanya

Josie Hollingsworth

October 8 – Obituary: Jacob William Hancher

Mike and I are incredibly sorry for your loss. May God’s League of Angels cradle you all in their loving and healing embrace. Soar high Jacob, as it seems you did here on earth and watch over your family from above.
All of our heartfelt prayers go to you,
Mike and Josie Hollingsworth

Dorothy Lancaster

October 8 – Obituary: Jacob William Hancher

May God Bless and keep you and your family wrapped in the love you shared with Jacob.
Sorry seems so little to offer as I offer my condolences and prayers.
Sincerely , Dottie Lancaster

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