In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Charles County Youth In Need (YIN). Melanie Beckering, of St. Charles, died September 28, 2005 at St. Joseph Health Center in St. Charles. She was born November 1, 1979 to David M. and Susan M.(Good) Beckering in St. Charles. Melanie, a registered nurse, graduated from St. Charles High School and Missouri Baptist School of Nursing. She had been employed at Missouri Baptist Hospital and most recently at Novamed. Melanie is survived by her parents of St. Charles, her brother Michael, her sister Michelle, both of St. Charles, and her grand-mother Peggy Good of St. Charles and step-grandmother Audrey Good of Maryland Heights along with many aunts, uncles and cousins. Melanie loved her work as a nurse. She had a special talent for decorating and was especially good with babies and small children. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her.