Memorial contributions may be made to St. Charles High School Baseball Program. Ralph N. Sanders, age 72, St. Charles, MO, died February 8, 2004 following a heart attack January 1. Beloved husband of 48 years to Shirley Sanders; loving father of Steve (Debra) Sanders, Sue Merrihew and Scott (Cathleen) Sanders; dear brother of Ron (Connie) Sanders, Dorothy Vilmer and the late Elizabeth Foster; grandfather of 6. He is preceded in death by his dear parents, Al and Ruby Sanders. Mr. Sanders was a member of American Legion Post 312. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and he was very active in baseball with the St. Charles County baseball teams. Mr. Sanders retired from Delta Airlines after 35 years of service.