I'll Miss That Smile

  • Monday, December 7, 2020
Joe Ankar
Joe Ankar

I was heart-broken to learn today of the passing of Joe Ankar. Many of you will know Joe and his family who own and operate Ankar’s Hoagies.

Joe and his family are some of the hardest working and finest folks you would ever meet.

Joe was a friend and I will surely miss him. Most of all I will miss that big smile, handshake and hug that he gave me every time I visited the restaurant. 

My thoughts and prayers go out for his dear family.

Andy Derryberry

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