Merle L. Bengero

Merle L. Bengero, 80, passed away March 16, 2022.  She was born July 11, 1941, in Manila, Philippines, the daughter of the late Nestor and Angelina Ardevela Lumalang.  She married Luis S. Bengero on January 26, 1964.

Merle loved butterflies and gardening.

She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Luis S. Bengero; three children, Mary (Andy) Trinkle, Lowell (Jae) Bengero, and Luis L. (Laura) Bengero; four grandchildren, Leo III, Megan, Lourdes, and Jake; and a large adoring extended family.  She was preceded in passing by two brothers, Alben Lumalang and Cris Lumalang.

There will be a private Celebration of Life at a later date.  Online condolences may be shared by visiting flannerbuchanan.com.  Arrangements were entrusted to Flanner Buchanan – Carmel.