Harold Wayne Ankeny, 88, of Somerset, died June 3, 2021 at Meadow View Nursing Center, Berlin. Born August 8, 1932 in Somerset County, he is the son of Noah F. and Odessa (Hoffman) Ankeny. Preceded in death by his parents, brother Robert G., and infant brother Clyde. Survived by his wife the former Germaine Heist to whom he was married 69 years, children; David W. Ankeny and wife Pat of Somerset, and Linda K. Kruth and husband Larry of Grand Ledge, Mich. grandchildren; Heidi M. George, Sean T. Ankeny, Kelly Ann Falbow, Michelle Bickel, Adam J. Kidd, James and Adam Kurth, and 18 great-grandchildren. Harold was a graduate of Somerset High School, he worked until his retirement as a salesman for Ligget Meyers and later for National Laboratories, he was a member of Christ Casebeer Lutheran Church, Lodge 358 F&AM, IOOF, Bedford Elks, and FOE. Harold loved traveling with his wife and taking care of his yard. A service will be held at a later date to be announced. Interment Casebeer Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to National Alzheimer's Assn. or the charity of your choice. Arrangements by the Hauger-Zeigler Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Somerset. To leave a condolence please visit www.haugerzeigler.com

A celebration of life service will be held for Harold W. "Bud" and Germaine "Geri" Ankeny at Christ Casebeer Lutheran Church on Saturday August 7, 2021. The church will open to receive guests from 10-11 a.m. with the celebration service immediately following at 11 a.m. A brief graveside service will follow at Casebeer Cemetery, with Pastor Douglas Knupp officiating. Casual dress is encouraged. Harold, 88, passed away from complications related to Alzheimer's disease on June 2, 2021 at Meadow View Nursing Center in Berlin, PA. August 8, 2021 would have marked his 89th birthday. Germaine, 89, followed Harold two weeks later. After suffering an initial stroke on May 10, 2021, she then suffered a second stroke on June 11, 2021 and passed away on June 17, 2021 also at Meadow View Nursing Center. Arrangements by the Hauger-Zeigler Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Somerset. To leave a condolence please visit www.haugerzeigler.com