Carol Ann Merkle, 81, of Attica, passed away on August 9, 2026, at Buffalo General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family..

She was born on September 1, 1944, in Warsaw, a daughter of the late Paul and Bertha (George) Almeter.

Carol married the love of her life, William C. Merkle, on May 2, 1964, and together they shared 49 wonderful years of marriage. Carol devoted herself to her family, making their house a loving home for their four children and caring for them every step of the way as they grew. Later in life, she began a career as a cashier at Walmart, where she worked until her retirement. Above all, Carol will be remembered for her love and devotion to her family and the home she created for them.

Carol was a lifelong member of the St. John Neumann family of Catholic Churches. She found joy in sewing, quilting, baking, and cooking, but her greatest happiness came from preparing and sharing family dinners. She cherished the time spent gathering her loved ones around the table and creating special memories together.

Carol is survived by her children, Todd Merkle, Paula (L. Joseph) Orlowski, Kristie (James) Rohauer, and Denise Scimia; grandchildren Ashley (Dillon) Eaton, Collin (Eva) Merkle, Conner (Grace) Merkle, Joseph (Angelyn) Orlowski, Nathan (Shelby) Orlowski, Ryan Orlowski, Dominic Scimia, and Gia Scimia; great grandson, Abel Orlowski; brothers, Mike (Elaine) Almeter, and PJ (Jeanie) Almeter; close friend, Jim Foley, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In death, Carol is reunited with her loving husband, William Merkle; parents, Paul and Bertha Almeter, and sister, Mary Almeter.

Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, August 14, 2026, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, at Marley Funeral Home, 135 Main Street, Attica, New York 14011. Carol's funeral mass will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 11:00 am, at St. Cecilia (St. John Neumann), 991 Centerline Rd. Sheldon, New York 14145. Carol will be laid to rest in Pleasant View Cemetery, next to her husband, immediately following the funeral mass.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Gateway House, 91 Main Street, Attica, New York, 14011 or Wyoming County Office of the Aging (Meals on Wheels), 143 N Main Street Warsaw, New York 14569.