ST. MARY, Mo. -- Melvin H. Sandler, 88, of St. Mary died Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005, at his home.
He was born March 24, 1917, in Perry County, son of Gottlieb and Lena Dippold Sandler. He and Hazel Jean Sachse were married Oct. 1, 1950.
Sandler was a pilot and flight instructor. He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church.
He was a pilot with the U.S. Navy during World War II.
Survivors include his wife.
He was preceded in death by six brothers and a sister.
Graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery. The Rev. Matthew Marks will officiate.
Young and Sons Funeral Home in Perryville, Mo., is in charge of arrangements.
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