Merle was born April 28, 1939 in Washington, Pennsylvania to Harold and Thelma Ballentyne.
The family moved to Arizona in 1947 where Merle lived the rest of his days, passing away on November 26th 2023 in Mesa. His youth was spent living at Stewart Mountain Dam community (Saguaro Lake). He graduated from Mesa High School in Mesa, Arizona.
Merle was business owners with his wife Dolores. After her passing he married Marion Lewis. Merle lived a life full of traveling and volunteering.
Merle is survived by his wife Marion, his son James, two grandchildren and one great granddaughter.
He is preceded by death his parents, wife Dolores, brother Delmas and sister Helen.
Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
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