Louis was born April 12, 1908, at South Haven, MN, the son of William and Anna (Hoffman) Stallkamp. He was raised and educated in Kimball, MN before moving to Blue Earth in 1935 where he began working as a farm hand for local farmers. He was married to Marian W. Fenske on June 11, 1938 in Blue Earth and the couple began farming south east of Blue Earth. They continued farming there until Louis retirement in 1980. Louis was a longtime member of Immanuel United Methodist Church, Blue Earth and was an Emro 4H Leader for 25 years and served on the Emerald Township Board. He enjoyed gardening, raising livestock and other animals, and spending time with his family. He always had time to visit over coffee or at the fenceline. Louis is survived by his son, Eugene (Marilyn) Stallkamp of Bricelyn, his son, William (Carol) Stallkamp of Mankato, his daughter, Mary Ann (Gary) Hultgren of Arlington, his daughter, Judy (John) Strand of Ames, Iowa, 9 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife- Marian in 1998 and three brothers.