Memorials may be made to the Epilepsy Foundation or American Heart Association. Lauer, Melvyn, of St. Charles, Missouri, died on Monday, July 7, 2008 at the age of 68. Loving husband of Marlene Lauer; dear son of the late Howard G. and Verna Lauer; dearest father of John H. (Lori) Lauer; beloved grandfather of Jesse and Taylor; dear brother of Royce (Haroleen) Lauer, Gerald (Reta) Lauer and Carolyn Beys. He was our dear uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend to all who knew him. Melvyn was employed as a Carpenter for 45 years thru Local #1987. He was a life time member of the Carpenter's Local #1987 and member of the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge #1513.