Our History

J & H Oil Company was founded in 1969 by Jerry Hop. Equipped with only a $600 tank truck and himself, Jerry worked long hours delivering fuel to a small collection of commercial customers. Jerry’s first noteworthy opportunity for growth came when he won the bid to fuel the equipment used to build I-196 from Grand Rapids to Holland. In 1976, Jerry expanded his focus toward retail by opening his first convenience store. The Pit Stop on Chicago Drive in Wyoming, which is still open today, started as a 12’x12’ store and a small fuel island, and has grown to be one of our busier locations. Jerry’s commitment to hard-work, service and quality has led to the vast and rapid growth of J & H Oil and J & H Family Stores.

J & H Oil Today

Over the past fifty years, J & H Oil Company has grown to supply hundreds of commercial customers, over 120 retail locations, 60 of which are company-owned and operated convenience stores spanning from East Lansing to Holland, Cadillac to Kalamazoo. 

J & H Oil Company also offers commercial fuel delivery, a complete line of proven lubricants, and three wholesale divisions located in Wyoming, Cassopolis, and Owosso.  

J & H remains family-owned and operated as the second and third-generation family members work together to build upon the foundation and vision that Jerry has set.  

Our company philosophy has remained unchanged since 1969. We pride ourselves on courteous customer service, quality products, and safe, clean, and modern facilities. Community involvement and charitable giving are also a large part of our core values as a company, and we are grateful for the communities that continue to support us.