Dennis J. Altman, 86, of Ferdinand, passed away, Wednesday, October 5, 2016, at Scenic Hills Care Center in Ferdinand. Dennis was born August 27, 1930 in Ferdinand to Renus and Mathilda (Mullis) Altman. He married Rita Oeding on April 26, 1958 in St. Ferdinand Church. Dennis was a Janitor at Forest Park High School for many years. Dennis was a Veteran of the Korean War and a member of Ferdinand American Legion Post 124. Dennis was a true outdoorsman who especially loved hunting, fishing and turtling. He was known to be a wonderful cook who often prepared the meals for his friends and family at the German Ridge cabin. He was a talented clock builder. Dennis also loved spending time with his family and friends. Dennis is survived by his wife Rita Altman of Ferdinand; two sons, Gary (Cathy) Altman and Sam (Trudy) Altman all of Ferdinand; three daughters, Julie (Doug) Ubelhor of Bristow, Lynn (Joey) Lange and Kym Altman both of Ferdinand; three sisters, Norine "Inci" Hufnagel of Ferdinand, Aline Satkamp of Dale and Mary Ann "Mitzie" Sliwa of Evansville; nine grandchildren, Wade Pierce, Craig "Blu" Pierce, Lori Sitzman, Leah Rasche, Alex Altman, Erin Altman, Alexa Lange, Tori Lange and Shelby Altman; seven great-grandchildren, Gavin and Ethan Pierce, Myah, Maddie and Maylee Pierce, Kylie and Clay Sitzman. Dennis was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Altman and a sister in childhood, Anna Mae Altman. Funeral services will be Saturday at 10:00 AM in St. Ferdinand Catholic Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Ferdinand American Legion Post 124 will conduct Military Graveside Rights. Friends may call on Friday from 2-8:00 PM and Saturday from 7-9:30 AM at Becher Funeral Home in Ferdinand. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Dubois County Community Foundation or a favorite charity.