Merle D. “Butch” Spickerman, 68, of New Brighton, passed away peacefully at his home on September 18th, 2025.

He was born in New Brighton on August 22nd, 1957, a son of the late Merle W. Spickerman and Jean P. (Hodgkinson) Spickerman. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Paul C. and Jennes E. (Caley) Spickerman and his maternal grandparents, William and Mable (Wood) Hodgkinson. He is survived by his children, Adam (Megan) Spickerman of Darlington and Andrew (Candis) Spickerman of New Brighton and by his beloved grandchildren, whom referred to him as Grandpap, Moe, Brent and Jarett. He is also survived by his siblings: Gretchen (Warren) Smith of Abbottstown, William M. (Sandy) Spickerman of Rochester, and R. Matthew (Joni) Spickerman of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina.

Merle began working for Conrail Railroad in 1974 at the age of 17, where he proudly dedicated over 30 years before retiring. He was a longtime member of the Oak Hill Vets in New Brighton. Merle was an avid Pittsburgh Pirates fan who faithfully followed the team throughout his life and truly enjoyed watching baseball. He also took great enjoyment in completing the daily crossword puzzle from the newspaper.

In keeping with Merle’s wishes, there will be no formal funeral service. A private memorial celebration of life will be held at a later date for family and close friends. Arrangements have been entrusted to the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton. The family extends their gratitude for the love, support, and prayers offered during this time.

The family would like to thank Grane Hospice for their loving care of Merle.

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