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Dennis Shape
1951 - 2015
Dennis Shape
1951 - 2015
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BORN
1951
DIED
2015
Dennis Shape Obituary
Dennis Lee Shape was born May 1, 1951 at Valley City, ND the son of Orval and Shirley (Lovell) Shape. He grew up on the family farm and attended Svea School and later Litchville High School where he graduated in 1969. He married Diane McGuire in 1979. Dennis farmed his entire life, retiring this past year. He had served on the Litchville Development Board, the Svea Township Board, and the Litchville Fire Department. His hobbies included fishing, riding motorcycle, hunting, and spending time with his grandchildren.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Dave Bruse, Jerry Hayes, Dave Moritz, Mark Shape, Merle Swenson, Dennis Alber, and all family and friends. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be directed to the Litchville Fire Dept.
Dennis is survived by his wife, Diane; 2 children: Maria (Luke) Marman, Beach, ND and Geoff (Amy) Shape, Litchville, ND; 3 grandchildren Camden Parkhurst and Lydia Lee and Clara Kaye Marman; a brother Charles (Debra) Shape, Valley City, ND; nephew Ben (Heather) Shape and nieces Jessica and Allison Shape. He was preceded in death by his parents.
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April 30, 2017
Hi my name is Greg Shape and I was born in Wausau Wi. and I think we are relatives. My email is [email protected]
chuck shape
May 6, 2015
Diane, Maria, Luke, Geoff, Amy, and grandkids. We are all at a loss for comforting words for the loss of a husband, father , grandfather, and brother. We will cherish the memories and I pray to you and me that we will see gods light and understanding in the darkest days ahead. Love to you all and god bless .
Kirt and Camille
May 6, 2015
Kirt and I send our condolences and pray that God (Ps 83:18) guard the hearts of your family and friends his peace as you grieve for Mr Shape.
Rebecca Stahl
May 4, 2015
You will be greatly miss. my cuz. but now who can I pick on love you your cuzBecky
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Darrell Hook
May 1, 2015
We were all so sorry to hear about losing Dennis, we offer our prayers for Dennis and family.
Cousins Darrell Hook and Diann Altenburg, Aunt Maxine
Ron Truax
April 30, 2015
I was shocked to hear of Dennis's passing. I enjoyed getting to know Dennis and listen to his stories. I'll never forget one time I stopped at the farm and met up with Dennis, he had a picture of his brand new grandbaby on his phone--he couldn't have been more excited or proud. He'll be missed by many.
Thinking of your family.
Pat (Legge) Willson
April 30, 2015
Diane & Family, Chuck, Deb & family, so sorry to hear about Dennis. Thinking of you all now and in the days ahead.
Robin Karlowsky
April 30, 2015
I am so sorry and shocked about Dennis's passing. I remember many years ago as a child coming out to the farm with my dad and brother to custom combine. This created a very close bond with the entire Shape family. I remember Dennis as being quite a jokester. I would sit there when Dennis and my brother were together and giggle all day long. My condolences to Diane and family, and Chuck, Debra and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May the fond memories of Dennis help ease this time of sorrow over the days to come.
Clara, Mom and Dad March 25, 2015
Maria Marman
April 29, 2015
Dad, Mom, Luke, Maria, Geoff and Amy June 2011
Maria Marman
April 29, 2015
Dad 60th Birthday
Maria Marman
April 29, 2015
Maria Marman
April 29, 2015
Mom, Lydia and Dad Spring of 2014
Maria Marman
April 29, 2015
chuck shape
April 27, 2015
Holy cow Dennis , l always looked up to you beings your my older brother, but boy oh boy is my neck getting stiff looking up now, love bro
April 27, 2015
So sorry for your loss Diane and family! May God Bless You All ! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time of sorrow, along with the wishes that the memories of your loved one bring you peace, strength and comfort. With Deepest Sympathy..... Susie Delorme and family
Stephanie Falk
April 27, 2015
Diane and family,
We are sending you sympathy and hoping you are able to find comfort in friends, family, and fond memories.
Kathy Jacobson
April 27, 2015
So sorry for your loss Diane and family, thinking of you all at this difficult time
Deanna Becket
April 27, 2015
Thinking of you all. Peace and comfort.
April 27, 2015
I send my condolences to the shape family
Dennis was a great father figure to me in the time that I got to know and be around him. He taught me a lot and was one heck of a joker.
thanks for the memories Dennis
sincerely;
Allan Morin
Becky Schmitt Farnham
April 27, 2015
I was so sorry to hear of Dennis's passing away. My parents were good friends with Orval and Shirley and they visited or we visited them often when I was a child. So I knew Dennis and Chuck for most of my life. May God give Diane and family comfort and peace during this most difficult time.
Judy Davis
April 27, 2015
Praying for you and your family.
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