How to delete your Facebook account

To delete your Facebook account, go here: https://ssl.facebook.com/help/contact.php?show_form=delete_account

Delete My Account

If you do not think you will use Facebook again and would like your account deleted, we can take care of this for you. Keep in mind that you will not be able to reactivate your account or retrieve any of the content or information you have added. If you would like your account deleted, then click "Submit."

Nice knowing this option now exists.