Mr. Holcroft was born August 20, 1929, in Mercer, a son of the late William and Esther (Waid) Holcroft. He was a 1947 graduate of Hickory High School and served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict.  After serving his country, Anson went to work at the former National Castings, Division of Midland Ross, retiring as a supervisor in 1989.

Anson was an active member of Saints Peter and Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, Sharon,  where he was an elder, trustee, usher and helped with the church's food pantry.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling and water skiing.  Most of all, he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Surviving is his wife of 67 years, the former Henrietta Heidbrink; three daughters, Toni Shaw, of Dallas, TX, Denise Lindsey, of Naples, FL, and Shelley Taranto, of Hermitage; six grandchildren, Gina, Neil, Courtney, Erin, Heather and Trevor; and two great-grandsons, Hudson and Randy.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be directed to Saints Peter and Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, 699 Stambaugh Ave, Sharon, PA 16146.

Calling hours will be 10 a.m. until the time of service Tuesday (02/28/23) in Saints Peter and Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church.  Online condolences may be sent to the family at www. McGonigleFuneralHomeandCremato ry.com .

Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the church, with Rev. Jacob Deal, officiating.