Aubuchon Company Acquiring Spangler’s Ace Hardware

December 18, 2025, Westminster, MA — The Spangler family has agreed to sell Spangler’s Ace Hardware in Dover, PA, to the Aubuchon Company, the oldest and largest family-owned group of hardware stores in America. The store will continue to operate as “Spangler’s Ace Hardware.” Ashley Spangler, III will stay on as Store Leader.

Following a January 6th settlement, the Aubuchon Company will operate 134 stores across 11 states.

“Spangler’s Ace Hardware is a special place because of the family behind it,” said 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,” said Ashley Spangler, Jr. “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.”

The Spangler's Ace Hardware team and the Aubuchon team celebrating the acquisition!

“We are proud of the role our family’s business has played in Dover over the years,” said Ashley Jr. “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.”

“We wanted a partner who would respect what we’ve built and support our people,” Ashley Jr. continued. “Aubuchon shares our values and our commitment to community, which made this a natural fit.”

“We work hard, care for each other, and have fun,” said Will. “We’re proud to carry the Spangler family’s legacy forward and excited to welcome their team into ours.”

About Spangler’s Ace Hardware

Spangler’s Ace Hardware is a family-owned, full-line Ace Hardware store serving the Dover, Pennsylvania community. Founded in 1993, the business relocated to its current location in 2000 and has steadily expanded over the years to more than 20,000 square feet, including a yard for bulk materials, stone & pavers, and seasonal greenhouse. The store has grown to include key departments such as equipment rental and small engine repair, while maintaining a strong focus on hardware, paint, lawn & garden, and outdoor power equipment. Known for its knowledgeable team, steady leadership, and deep community involvement, particularly with local firehouses, schools, the Lions Club, and the Boy Scouts, Spangler’s Ace Hardware has built a lasting reputation as a trusted local resource.

About the Aubuchon Company

Founded by William E. Aubuchon, Sr in 1908, the Aubuchon Company is the oldest and largest family-owned group of hardware stores in America. Now in its fourth generation, the Aubuchon Company's purpose is “to make a difference by serving others.” Following the purchase of Spangler’s Ace Hardware, the Aubuchon Company will operate 134 stores in 11 states, predominantly under the “Aubuchon Hardware” & “Aubuchon Ace Hardware” brands, but also including “Lyndonville Ace Hardware” in Lyndonville, VT, “Village Hardware” in Alexandria, VA, “Ace Hardware” in Pennsylvania, “Cornell’s Hardware” in Eastchester, NY, “Martin’s Hardware & Building Supply” in Bristol, VT, “Campbell’s Ace Hardware” in Maine, “Zimmerman’s Ace Hardware” in Burtonsville, MD, “J.B. Hostetter & Sons Ace Hardware” in Mount Joy, PA, “Curry Ace Hardware” in Massachusetts, “Brunswick Ace Hardware” in Brunswick, MD, “Bibens Ace Hardware” in Vermont, “Woodstock Ace Home & Hardware” in Woodstock, VT, “Brown & Roberts Ace Hardware” in Brattleboro, VT, “Anco Ace Hardware” in New Jersey, “Rand’s Ace Hardware” in Plymouth, NH, and “Ithaca Agway Ace Hardware” in Ithaca, NY. The Aubuchon Company’s mission is to “build leaders and culture that serve the needs of our team and customers.” For more information about the Aubuchon Company, visit aubuchon.company. To shop online, visit hardwarestore.com.