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Merle Lento Obituary
Merle was born on December 13, 1942 to the late Louis and Dorothy Lento.
Merle proudly served his country in the United States Army and was released from active duty as SP4 / E-4 specializing in Fuel and Electrical System Repair.
Merle is survived by a host of family members, along with friends, who loved and will miss him.
There are no services planned at this time.
Please leave memories and condolences for Merle's family under "Share a Memory".
Care entrusted to Wilmington Funeral & Cremation - Wilmington Chapel - 1535 S. 41st Street Wilmington, NC 28403 910.791.9099 To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Merle, please visit our floral store.
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