Memorials may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation at any Baue Funeral Home location. Charles L. Vanatta (Hauser) was born on September 15, 1918 in St. Louis Missouri to Paul Vanatta and Mary Govro. His loving parents preceded him in death. Mr. Vanatta was a member of St. Charles Christian Church and of the VFW #2866. He was a former member of the St. Charles Police Auxiliary. He is survived by his wife, Madge C. Vanatta of St. Peters Missouri, one daughter, Chris McGhee (Jeff) of St. Charles Missouri, two granddaughters, Jaime Boundy and Heather McGhee, and four great grandchildren, Macey, Kyle, Trenton, and Kylee. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Diane Hampton.