Carol Dorothy Moxey's Obituary
Carol Dorothy Simon Moxey, 85, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026.
Born on April 20, 1940, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Carol showed an early and natural talent for design and fashion. She graduated from Upper Darby High School in 1958, where she was active in the Squirette’s Social Club serving as President her senior year.
Carol was predeceased by her parents, Carl Lewis and Madeline Berkley Wiley Simon; her husband, Robert “Bob” Sands Moxey; and her companion of more than 30 years, Franklin “Frank” Delano Merola.
She is survived by her sister, Madelyn Diane Simon Minehart (her husband, Kenneth,
deceased), their children and grandchildren; her son, Scott Allen Moxey; her daughter and son-in-law, Gayle Lynn and Bryan McCrory; her grandchildren, Tommy McCrory (and his wife, Meg) and Taylor McCrory (and his wife, Bethany); and her great-grandchildren: Evelyn, Anna Margaret, Caleb, Adelaide, Eden, Tucker, and Lily Joy.
Carol and Bob made their home in Cherry Hill, New Jersey and spent cherished time at their house in Ocean City, New Jersey. Bob and Carol were fans of the Philadelphia professional sports teams, especially her beloved Eagles whom she never missed a chance to cheer on. These years were filled with both personal joy and the early growth of her creative pursuits.
Carol’s passion for design began by helping friends create beautiful spaces, and it soon blossomed into a successful career. She went on to find her own business, Carol Moxey Interiors, in Philadelphia and New Jersey, where she built a reputation for her distinctive style and thoughtful approach to interior design.
Her first major project—a mother-in-law suite in a designer show house in Haddonfield, New Jersey benefiting Cooper Hospital—earned her recognition as “Best New Designer” by her peers, marking the beginning of a distinguished career.
Carol’s work gained broader recognition over the years. In 1994, she was honored by Good Housekeeping for her farmhouse kitchen update at Croft Farm near Philadelphia. The following year, her work was featured in Design New Jersey magazine, where she was recognized for a beautifully designed kitchen in another designer show home.
Through her work, Carol designed homes across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and New York, bringing elegance, comfort, and personality into every space she touched. She also designed many custom pieces of furniture, which were expertly built by Frank—a collaboration that reflected both her creativity and their shared dedication to craftsmanship.
Carol and Frank retired to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where they enjoyed their years together. Together, Carol and Frank (Darlin and Pop Pop} shared many joyful moments with their grandchildren—spending time on the beach, shopping, and taking drives in Carol’s red convertible. Carol and Frank spent their last two years living with her daughter in the Dallas, Texas area, where she found great joy in being surrounded by her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Carol will be remembered for her creativity, generosity, and the joy she found in helping others make their homes truly special. She had a gift not only for design, but for making people feel seen, valued, and at ease.
Her legacy lives on in the many homes and pieces she helped bring to life, and in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Carol will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday May 28th at 3:00 pm in Cox Chapel at Highland Park United Methodist Church
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