Ronald “Herm” W. Spengler, 82, of Northampton, died Sept. 8, 2026, at home. He was the husband of Jane M. Spengler for 57 years.

Born in Northampton, he was a son of the late Willard and Dorothy (Jacoby) Spengler.

He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era.

He worked for the former Universal Atlas Cement Company for 12 years and later worked for Northampton Area High School for 26 years until retiring.

He was a council member for Northampton Borough’s First Ward and was president of the council.

He was a member of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Northampton, where he worked as a custodian and volunteered wherever needed.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Michael W. and wife Susan; a daughter, Kathleen L. Schaeffer and husband Brett; six grandchildren; and a sister, Nancy Tracy.

He was predeceased by a brother, Richard; and a sister, Carol.

Contributions may be made to Lehigh Valley Hospice or to the church, 2181 Washington Ave., Northampton, 18067.

Arrangements were made by Reichel Funeral Home Inc., Northampton.