We bid farewell to Carol C. Merkel of Englewood, Florida, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on September 10, 2025 at the age of 88. Carol touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Carol C. Merkel to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Edward Czadzeck and Lena Czadzeck (Boughton). She is survived by: her husband Harold Merkel; her sister Ila; her children, Phyllis Shoots (Jim) and Martin Merkel (Karan); her grandchildren, John Shoots (Sarah), Sarah Trott (Eric) and Michelle VandenBout (Adrian); and her great grandchildren, Chloe, Jake, Sam, Hannah, Cora and Nate.
Visitation will be held on Monday, September 22nd 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Kays-Ponger, Uselton & Lemon Bay Funeral Homes (1935 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34293). A memorial service will be held on Monday, September 22nd 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.