Carol A. Merkel, 77, formerly of Krumsville, died on Nov. 15, 2022, at home in Kutztown, with her husband and daughter by her side.

She and her husband, Harold N. Merkel, were married 51 years in June.

Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Arlan and Vivian (Weaver) Moser.

She was a cook at Valentino’s Restaurant, Kutztown, more than 10 years.

She was a member of Ziegels Lutheran Church, Breinigsville, and the Topton American Legion.

She loved collecting angels and flamingos.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Tammy Bauer (Paul) of Wescosville; sister Elaine Baer of Coplay; brothers Arlan Moser Jr. (Donna) of Allentown, Clair Moser (Ruth) of Ohio, and Robert Moser (Sarah) of Bethlehem; step-grandchildren Ashley and Aubrey Bauer; granddogs Bubba Ray, Virgil and Fred; and nieces and nephews.

Condolences may be offered to the family at kellerfuneralhomes.com.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Family Pillars Hospice, c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box 52, Fogelsville, PA 18051.

Arrangements made by Keller Funeral Home Inc., Fogelsville.