Dennis L Fortkamp

March 31, 1940 - December 31, 2015

Dennis Fortkamp Dennis Lee Fortkamp was born March 31, 1940, in North Platte, Nebraska to Ervin C. and Viola N. (Prime). As a youngster, he grew up and attended school in Imperial, graduating from Chase County High School in 1958. Dennis married Joan Evelyn Edwards on May 20, 1962, in Imperial, where the couple settled and made their home. Dennis was employed by several local fertilizer and grain companies until the mid 1980’s. He then became the weed superintendent for Chase County and held this position until 2006, retiring because of health reasons. Dennis was a member of the local eagles club, and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He loved to work with his hands, gardening, and construction. Building was a trait he passed on to his girls. Hunting and working with coon dogs was also a great passion. Dennis passed away Thursday morning, December 31st, 2015, at his home in Imperial. He was 75 years of age. Survivors Include: Wife: Joan of Imperial, NE Daughters: Shelley Mitchell and husband, Doug, of Imperial, NE Gina Fortkamp and Alvin Wooden, of Ft. Collins, CO Michelle Mott and husband, Lynn, of Frederick, CO Grandchildren: Jasmine Hahn and husband, Derek, of North Platte, NE Sean Mitchell and Geraldine Chavira, of North Platte, NE Joannah Schilke of Bennington, NE Michael Schilke of Fargo, ND Tyler Kimberling and wife, Celeste, of Dahlonega, GA Cody Lee Mott of Frederick, CO Great-Grandchildren: Cheyenne Lemcke and Karson Hahn and expecting a third Great Grandson; Jayce Tyler Kimberling Sister: Sandra Talle and Husband, Doug, of Maywood, NE Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; Ervin and Viola and In-Laws; Bill and Winnie Edwards. A private family service will be held at a later date. Online condolences can be left a liewerfuneralhome.com LIEWER FUNERAL HOME ENTRUSTED WITH ARRANGEMENTS