Ernest D. Zeigler

Ernest D. Zeigler, 87, of Andreas, passed away on Tuesday, December 22, 2020, in St. Luke’s Hospital, Lehighton Campus. He was the husband of the late Lorraine G. (George) Zeigler, who passed away on May 15, 2020. He was a lifelong farmer. Born in West Penn Township, he was the son of the late Theodore and Ida (Troxell) Zeigler. He was a member of Zion’s Stone Church of West Penn Township, East Penn Sporting Club, Lehighton American Legion, PA Farm Bureau and the former Friendship Grange, East Penn Township. Known as the “Midnight Huckster”, he sold farm fresh items door to door in the tri county area. In his free time, he enjoyed clamming and hunting. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Franklin, two sisters, Agnes Eckhart and Jennie Bachman. Surviving are two sons, Adam, and his wife, Susan, of New Ringgold, and David, of Andreas; two daughters, Betty, wife of William Bittermann, of Barto, and Doris, wife of Dale Kressley, of Andreas; nine grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at 11am on Monday, December 28, 2020, at Zion’s Stone Church Cemetery with Rev. Russell Campbell officiating. Contributions may be made to the church, 45 Cemetery Road, New Ringgold, PA 17960. Arrangements are being handled by the Hartman Funeral Home, 1791 West Penn Pike, Rte. 309, New Ringgold. Online condolences may be made at www.hartmanfuneralhomeinc.com.