Old Computer in IPhones Wifi Sync area

My iTunes has only one computer 'authorized' - it is my Windows 7 laptop.
My IPhone 5 still shows my old laptop (DOA 7 months ago & destroyed) along with my Windows 7 as a choice to WiFi sync to.
How can I remove that no longer existing computer from my phone's WiFi Sync area?
Seriously bothers me that it is there.as it no longer exists
merci!

Hi Templeton,
It's just because I'm 'anal' - it's not physically damaging me that it is there . I always want to know why and how. I thought the phone may need a reset - and I know I'm not going to hit that button - have no idea what that will do to other aspects of my phone settings. Fear of the unknown - and don't want a mess to tackle.
I appreciate your answer very much!

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