Antonio Merle

Antonio Daniel Merle Sr. (affectionately known as Merle) was born February 9th, 1989 in Fort Worth, Texas. Our most beloved son, father, brother, family member and friend passed on Saturday January 11th, 2020. Visitation for family and friends will be on Thursday, January 23, 2020, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Wade family Funeral Home, 4140 W. Pioneer Parkway, Arlington, Texas 76013. A Funeral Service will be the following day, Friday, January 24, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. at Wade Funeral Home. Those who knew Antonio, even just a little, lost a shining light in their lives. We know Antonio is now in the arms of his mother Cynthia J. Merle and is loved here on earth as well as in heaven. Antonio was very athletic and participated in a variety of sports. As an adult he had a passion for creating music. He was known for his contagious smile and being a jokester. Antonio could make friends everywhere he went. Antonio had big dreams and a big heart. His memory will be treasured by his children Ki'Ajalyn Merle and Antonio Merle Jr. He will also be remembered by his father Vincent J. Merle (Maria), his grandparents Elisa Merle, Leola Elder, and Daoud Ibraheem, his siblings Danielle Betters (Kelvin), Ramon Merle, Korin Merle, Hannah Merle, and he had a special bond with his Aunt Akysha Bradford (Alonzo). He also will be missed by a host of uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Wade Family Funeral Home 817-274-9233