HARRISBURG, PA. (THECOUNT) — Doug Jorich, of Hummelstown, Pennsylvania, has died unexpectedly. He was 54.
Jorich, co-owner of Schmidt’s Sausage Shop in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, died after being stricken with an unknown illness, according to the restaurant’s Facebook page on Saturday morning.
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An exact cause of death was not immediately known.
Don Jorich via Facebook Saturday morning:
“I’m sad to say my brother Doug Jorich passed away earlier this morning,” the post said.
“Besides working side by side with him. I lost my best friend. I want to thank everyone for their prayers, and support. To the customers constantly asking how he was doing? I will say, he’s in Heaven with mom and dad. We love each and everyone of you!”
The extery, located at, 1035 Eisenhower Blvd in Harrisburg, has been owned by three-generations of family members.
Henry Schmidt opened the restaurant in 1961.
Doug and Don Jorich are the grandsons of Henry Schmidt.
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Geo quick facts: Harrisburg, the state capital of Pennsylvania, sits on the Susquehanna River. The National Civil War Museum illustrates both sides of the conflict via interactive exhibits and re-enactments. Next to the imposing Capitol building, the State Museum of Pennsylvania celebrates the area’s natural, cultural and industrial heritage. East of the city, Hersheypark is a chocolate-themed park offering rides and entertainment – wikipedia.