Memorials may be made to Emmaus Homes 2200 Randolph, St. Charles, Missouri 63301. Beloved husband of the late Thelma Lauritzen; loving father of Sharon Placatka (Robert) and Martha Mintner (Michael); proud grandfather of Marianne Graham (Darren), Dr. Emily Mintner, Matthew Placatka and William Mintner; dear great-grandfather of Tommy and Matthew Graham; dear brother of Bernice Lauritzen-Brown. Preceded in death by parents John (Arline) Lauritzen and Helen Lauritzen. Edward was a dear uncle and will be missed by his entire family and many friends.