The Spangler family has agreed to sell Spangler’s Ace Hardware in Dover, Pennsylvania, to the Aubuchon Company. The store will continue to operate as Spangler’s Ace Hardware, with Ashley Spangler III staying on as store leader. The addition will bump Aubuchon’s store count to 134 locations in 11 states.
“Spangler’s Ace Hardware is a special place because of the family behind it,” says William E. Aubuchon IV, president and CEO. “For more than 32 years, the Spangler family has built a reputation that reflects deep care for customers, team members and the Dover community. Ashley Spangler Jr.’s leadership stands out in particular for his steady, hands-on approach and commitment to service, which have shaped a business we greatly respect.”
“I want to thank our team and our customers for making Spangler’s what it is. I’m incredibly grateful to our team for the care, hard work and pride they bring to Spangler’s every day, and to our customers for trusting us year after year. Their loyalty and support are what make this business possible,” Spangler Jr says. “We are proud of the role our family’s business has played in Dover over the years. Serving our neighbors has never been just a job, it has been a privilege. I’m grateful for the trust our customers have placed in us and excited for the opportunities ahead as we join the Aubuchon Company.”
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