Hayes Presidential Center Obituary Collection
The Fremont, OH "Courier" issue of 1 June 1899, p. 4, col. 4
In seiner Wohnung in der Nähe von Millersville, starb letzten Donnerstag Nachmittag nach sast zwei
jähriger Krankheit, D. Klotz, im Alter von 65 Jahren. Er hinterlässt vier Söhne und zwei Töchter. Das
Leichenbegängnitz sand am Sonntag Morgen statt. Beerdignung auf dem Metzger Friedhof.
Translation
In his dwelling in the vicinity of Millersville, died last Thursday afternoon after two years' illness, D.
Klotz, in age 65 years. He leaves behind four sons and two daughters. The funeral was on Sunday
morning. Burial in the Metzger cemetery.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 26 May 1899, p. 3, col. 2
D. Klotz, residing near Millersville, died at 4 o'clock Thursday afternoon. Mr. Klotz had been sick for a
long time, about two years. He was 65 years of age, leaves four sons and two daughters. The funeral
will be held Sunday morning with interment in Metzgar cemetery.
The Fremont, OH "Courier" issue of 18 May 1905, p. 5, col. 2
Philip Klotz, ein wohlbekannter Pionier von Jackson Township, starb am letzten Sonntag Abend im
Alter von 83 Jahren. Beerdigung sand statt am letzten Dienstag im Washington Chapel Friedhof.
Translation
Philip Klotz, a well-known pioneer of Jackson Township, died on last Sunday evening in age 83
years. Burial was on last Tuesday in Washington Chapel Cemetery.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 15 May 1905, p. 4, col. 3
A JACKSON PIONEER
Sudden Death of Philip Klotz an Aged Citizen of This County.
Philip Klotz, of Jackson township, died Sunday night at 9 o'clock, of an attack of grip, which was
followed Sunday morning by a stroke of paralysis, aged 83 years and 20 days. The funeral services
will be held at the Bethlehem U.B. church, on the Greensburg pike, Tuesday, May 16, at 1 p.m.
standard. Interment at Washington chapel cemetery.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 20 May 1896, p. 3, col. 2
The funeral of Samuel Klotz, a well-known business man of Bradner, took place Monday afternoon
and the remains were interred in Metzgar cemetery, near Helena. Mr. Klotz was 64 years, 2 months
and 22 days of age. He was formerly a member of Co. G, 169 regiment, O.V.I., and was a gentleman
universally esteemed.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 8 Jan 1898, p. 2, col. 3
JOHN KLOTZ
John Klotz was born Jan. 29, 1826, in Greenfield township, Bedford county, Pa., and died in Helena,
O., Jan. 3, 1898, aged 71 years, 11 months and 3 days. His parents moved from Pennsylvania in the
year 1829 and settled on the farm now owned by his brother David Klotz, in Jackson township. He
was married to Anna Ickes, of Bedford county, Pa., September 16, 1847, and the same year came to
Sandusky county and followed his trade, that of a blacksmith, finally locating on a Scott township farm
he purchased. In 1880 he moved to Helena. He leaves a wife, five children, David, of Eaton Rapids,
Mich.; Adam and John, Jr., of Rising Sun; Elizabeth Smith, near Helena, and William J., on the old
homestead, in Scott township; sixteen grand children, three brothers, two sisters, and many other
relatives and friends to mourn his loss. The funeral was largely attend[ed]. The family desire to
express their thanks to all who assisted them during the illness and death of Mr. Klotz.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 24 May 1911, p. 3, col. 3
MRS. RICHARD FICKES
Died Wednesday at Her Home Near Rollersville.
Special to the Daily News.
Helena, May 24.--Mrs. Richard Fickes, living a mile north of Rollersville, died Wednesday morning at
the age of seventy-three years. The deceased had been in feeble health for several months. She is
survived by her husband and two sons and two daughters, Frank, residing in Dakota; William, and
Misses Lettie and Stella Fickes, living at home. The funeral arrangements had not been made at the
time of the announcement of her death.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 1 June 1911, p. 5, col. 6
OBITUARY
Mrs. Sarah A. Fickes was born October 28, 1836, and died May 24, 1911, aged 74 years, 6 months
and 26 days. She was united in marriage to Richard W. Fickes October 21, 1855, and to them were
born seven children, four of whom with the husband, survive. They are Frank L., of York, Neb.;
William R., of Des Moines, Iowa; Mrs. Celesta Newton, and Estella, who reside at home. Three
grandchildren, one great-grandchild, one sister, Mrs. Susan Fought, of Fremont, and one brother,
Martin Klotz, of near Gibsonburg, also survive.
The deceased was a pioneer of Sandusky county, having been born and reared near Helena and
resided there after marriage until 1868, when she moved to her late home west of Gibsonburg. She
had a wide circle of relatives and friends and was loved and respected by all who knew her.
Her death was due to angina pectoris. She had been in failing health for several years though her last
illness was but of a few days' duration. She was a life-long member of the United Brethren church.
The funeral services were held at 9:30 o'clock Saturday morning at her late residence, conducted by
Rev. C.A. Alexander. Interment was made in the Gibsonburg cemetery.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 11 Nov 1911, p. 3, col. 6
A REAL PIONEER
Was the Late Mrs. Fought, Who Spent Nearly Her Entire Life in Sandusky County.
The funeral services over the remains of Mrs. Susanna Fought, a respected pioneer of Sandusky
county, who died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Arnett, on South street Monday night, were
held Thursday morning at the Reformed church, Four-Mile House. Rev. M.E. Ketchum and Rev. S.M.
Loose officiated and the interment was made in the cemetery nearby.
The deceased was born in Greenfield township, Bedford county, Pa., October 1, 1824, and had
reached the age of 87 years, 1 month and 6 days at the time of her death, which resulted from a
complication of diseases attending her declining years. Her parents were David and Elizabeth Klotz.
On October 5, 1843, she was united in marriage to Samuel Fought, now deceased, and to this union
were born eight children, all of whom are living. Nearly all of Mr. and Mrs. Fought's married life was
spent on the farm, five miles west of Fremont on the Maumee pike, and they endured the hardships
of the early pioneer days and did their share towards bringing about the prosperous and flourishing
condition that obtains in their section of the county. It was Mrs. Fought's great privilege to see her
children's children to the third generation and included in her posterity there are numbered seventeen
grandchildren, thirty-three great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Of her immediate
descendants only one grandchild is dead.
During her last illness Mrs. Fought was cared for by her daughter, Mrs. Frank Arnett, at the Arnett
home on South street. Her children are: Mrs. Frank Arnett, of this city; Mrs. Fred Gilger of Clarks,
Neb.; Lee and Will Fought, of Fremont; Edward, of Toledo; Frank, of Lindsey; Freeman, of Hessville,
and A. Fought, of the Four-Mile House.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 25 February 1915, p. 1, col. 5
AGED MAN DEAD
Well Known Pioneer Near Gibsonburg Passes Away
Special to the News.
Gibsonburg, Feb. 25.-- Martin Klotz, 87, died early Wednesday morning at the old Klotz homestead
now occupied by his daughter and her family, Mr. and Mrs. W. Hutchins. Mr. Klotz had been in poor
health for the past ten years and the immediate cause of his death was gangrene. He is survived by a
daughter, Mrs. Hutchins, and a son, F.R. Klotz, of Gibsonburg. The funeral services will be held
Friday afternoon at the home, Rev. M.J. Maxwell officiating. Interment in the Metzgar cemetery, in
Helena.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 18 May 1915, p. 1, col. 3
STEP BROTHER DEAD
D.S. Moses was called to Toledo Tuesday by the death of his step-brother, Martin P. Klotz, who died
last Saturday at the age of 73 years. Mr. Klotz was a veteran of the civil war. He enlisted as a private
in the 49th and was discharged as a second lieutenant at the close of the strife. He was a former
Sandusky county resident and had many friends here. He was in business in Fostoria many years.
One of his daughters in Mrs. O.S. Stewart, residing near Fostoria. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart summoned to
Toledo by the death of Mr. Klotz, received a message a short time later that Mr. Stewart's father,
W.H. Stewart, a wealthy farmer near Fostoria, had died suddenly, thus creating a double
bereavement.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 16 March 1920, p. 1, col. 7
SUDDEN DEATH OF WILLIAM FOUGHT
Complained of Pain in Side and in a Few Moments Expired.
Well Known Fremont Carpenter Was Born and Always Resided in Fremont. Many Relatives and
Friends Survive
William E. Fought, 68, one of Fremont's best known residents, died suddenly Monday afternoon at
3:30 at his home 808 Ewing street, following an attack of heart trouble. Reaching home a few minutes
before he died Mr. Fought complained of a pain in his side. Jokingly he asked his niece, Mrs. Elle
McKelvey, who was with Mrs. Fought at the time what he should do for the pain. Mrs. McKelvey told
him to take some soda and after he had done this he again jokingly asked, "What shall I do now."
When told to lie down and get some rest he said, "Well I guess I will." With that he laid down upon a
sofa, gasped and died almost instantly.
His death came as a great shock not only to the members of his family but to his wide circle of friends
with whom "Billy" Fought was extremely popular. He had been bothered with slight attacks of heart
trouble for some time, but nothing serious was anticipated. On Monday he worked at his trade as
carpenter until 2:30 in the afternoon. He then went to the Gordon Lumber company office where he
paid a small bill for lumber and returned to his home. The slight pain he was suffering at the time, he
did not consider serious and was joking with his wife and niece until his sudden death transpired.
Mr. Fought was a life long resident of Sandusky county. He was born in Washington township, on
Feb. 23, 1852 and was the son of Samuel and Susana Fought. He was educated in the district
schools of the township and remained on the farm until after he had reached manhood. While
engaged in farming part of the time he also learned and followed the carpenter's trade which was his
vocation in after life.
After locating in Fremont forty years ago he followed his trade until his death.
Mr. Fought was twice married. His first married occurred in 1877 when he was united in marriage to
Miss Sarah Richards. To this union was born one son Arthur Fought of Fremont. In 1881 shortly after
his arrival in Fremont he was again married, this time to Miss Margaret Basom, the widow, who
survives.
Mr. Fought was a member of the Methodist church and was a member of the Men's Bible Class. He
was also a member of the National Union fraternal society.
Besides the widow Mr. Fought is survived by four sons, Arthur, of Fremont; Clarence O., of Jackson,
Mich.; Dr. Harry B., of Cleveland; and C. Earl Fought, of Oak Harbor; five brothers, Absalom, Four
Mile House; Freeman, of Hessville; Levi, of Fremont; Franklin, of Lindsey; and Edward Fought, of
Toledo; two sisters, Mrs. F.O. Arnett, of Fremont; and Mrs. Nancy Gillier, of Clarks, Nebraska; three
grand children; a number of other relatives and a wide circle of friends to whom his passing brings
deep and sincere regret.
During his long residence in Fremont, Mr. Fought always commanded the highest respect and
esteem of every one. He was an industrious and honest citizen, kind husband and father, friend and
neighbor and few men in the city had a wider circle of friends and acquaintances.
The funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 1:30 from the Methodist church. Rev. G.F.
Barber will officiate and the remains will be taken to the Four Mile House cemetery for interment.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 17 December 1924, p. 3, col. 2
SERVICES ARE HELD FOR PIONEER WOMAN
Late Mrs. Holcomb Had Spent Her Entire Life in Scott Twp.
Funeral services for Mrs. Susannah Holcomb, 77, well known Scott township pioneer, was held at the
late residence on Friday last followed by interment in the Quinshan cemetery. The Rev. Mr. Higbee of
the Methodist church officiated. Mrs. Holcomb, widow of J.W. Holcomb, died Dec. 9 at the age of 77
years, 2 months and 17 days following an extended illness. She was taken ill in August last and never
fully recovered. A few days previous to her death she contracted a severe cold and this hastened the
end developing into pneumonia. With the exception of two years she spent her entire life on the farm
where she passed away and where she was born. Her husband, the late J.W. Holcomb, to whom she
was united in marriage in 1874, died in 1876. Mrs. Holcomb is survived by one son George who
resided with his aged mother. The deceased was a woman who was well and favorably known and
had many friends in the locality where she so long resided. She was always highly esteemed and
respected.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 3 June 1929, p. 1, col. 8
WASHINGTON TWP. PIONEER IS DEAD
Freeman Fought Was Born and Always Resided in Same Vicinity
Freeman Fought, 75, of Hessville died Saturday evening in Mercy Hospital, Toledo after an illness of
several weeks of complications.
Mr. Fought was taken seriously ill four weeks ago and removed to the hospital for treatment. He failed
however to respond and death followed Saturday.
Freeman Fought was born in Washington township on Jan. 13, 1854 son of Samuel and Susannah
Fought. He spent his entire lifetime as a resident of this community. He is survived by one daughter,
Mrs. Horatio Waggoner, four brothers: Absolom, Levi and Franklin of Fremont, Edward of Toledo,
and one sister, Mrs. Frank Arnett of Fremont. One brother and one sister preceded him to the grave.
Two grandchildren and three great grandchildren survive.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday 2 p.m., at the home of Mrs. Horatio Waggoner. The Rev. I.
Rothenberger will officiate and interment will be made in the Four Mile House cemetery.
The late Mr. Fought was a widely known resident and had a large number of friends and
acquaintances. He was always an esteemed and respected resident of the community where he had
spent his long and active life.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 18 February 1930, p. 3, col. 4
Officers of the McPherson Lodge, I.O.O.F., assisted in the ceremonies at last rites for Frank O. Arnett
held in the Methodist church Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. R.B. Foster, pastor of the church,
gave the sermon and members of the Methodist choir sang several beautiful numbers. The Odd
Fellow rites were in charge of H.E. Engler, Noble Grand; Louis Myers, chaplain, and John Draves,
vice grand. Members of the lodge also served as pallbearers. They were Albert Rearick, George
Ebright, Harold Homler, E.H. Deemer, Adolph Schmidt and Reed Titsworth. Burial in Oakwood
cemetery followed services at the church. There were many beautiful flowers. Among the out of town
relatives and friends present at the services were Alonzo Arnett, of Chicago; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Arnett
of Springfield; Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Fought of Jackson, Mich., and others.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 9 February 1931, p. 3, col. 4
LINDSEY PIONEER DEAD IN HOME
Services for Frank Fought Will Be Held Wednesday Afternoon
Lindsey, Feb. 9 -- Frank Fought, 69, a life-long resident of Lindsey, passed away at his home Sunday
night after a lingering illness caused by complications.
The funeral services are to be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Trinity Evangelical church in Lindsey,
conducted by the pastor, Rev. Tabbert, and assisted by Rev. Paulin of Tiffin. Left to survive are the
widow, who was formerly Miss Clara Overmyer; one daughter, Mrs. Mae Moser, of Lindsey; two
grandchildren; three brothers, Absolam and Levi Fought, of Fremont, Edward Fought of Toledo; and
one sister, Mrs. Lucinia Arnett of Fremont.
Mr. Fought was a son of Samuel and Suzanna Fought and was born in Lindsey on May 31, 1861 and
has always resided in the community. He was a member of the Trinity Evangelical church where the
last rites are to be held.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 9 April 1934, p. 1, col. 7
DEATH SUMMONS PIONEER WOMAN
Mrs. F.O. Arnett Passed Away Saturday Night In Granddaughter's Home
Mrs. Louisinia Arnett, 87, 611 South street, highly respected pioneer resident of Fremont and vicinity,
died Saturday at 8:15 p.m., in the home of her granddaughter, Mrs. Jesse Jackson, of Brush street,
from the infirmities of her advanced years. She had been bedfast three weeks.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2:30 p.m., at the First M.E. church. The Rev. Sheridan T.
Walker, her pastor, will officiate and burial will be in Oakwood cemetery.
In addition to the granddaughter, who was formerly Miss Ethel Lattig, are three brothers, Absolom
and Lee Fought, of Fremont, and Edward Fought of Toledo; a great-grandson Robert Jackson and
other more distant relatives as well as hosts of friends to whom her death brings deep regret.
Mrs. Arnett had been residing with her granddaughter during the winter as had been her custom since
the death of the husband Frank Arnett four years ago. Despite her age she had been exceedingly
active and last summer lived alone and cared for her household duties at her home in South street.
Her maiden name was Louisinia Fought and she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Suzanne
Fought, well known pioneer residents of Washington twp., where she was born, January 15, 1847.
She was married in 1863 to Daniel Lattig. To this union was born one son, Alfred, who preceded her
in death by 22 years. In April, 1884, she was united in married to Frank O. Arnett, of Springfield, and
had resided in Fremont or vicinity since the second marriage.
Mrs. Arnett was a member of the Methodist church and was a charter member of the Lincoln
Rebekah Lodge. The remains were prepared for burial at the Eagon mortuary and were returned to
the home of the granddaughter Sunday evening.
The Fremont, OH "Daily News" issue of 30 June 1934, p. 1, col. 2
Levi Fought Dies, Funeral Monday
The funeral services for Levi Fought, 78, who died Saturday morning will be held in the Tschumy
Funeral Home Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. J.R. Walter, pastor of the First Presbyterian
church will officiate and the remains interred in Oakwood cemetery follows.
Death of Mr. Fought was due to complications arising from his years. He had been in failing health
the past six months and bedfast two weeks. He was a native of Sandusky county and has resided in
Fremont and the county his entire life. For many years he followed the occupation of carpenter and
miller. He is survived by his son and two brothers.
The Fremont, OH "Daily Messenger" issue of 27 February 1923, p. 2, col. 4
Rev. W.R. Arnold conducted the funeral of Richard W. Fickes of Helena, Friday at his home. Mr.
Fickes reached the age of 88 years, 8 months and 16 days.
The Fremont, OH "Journal" issue of 2 January 1902, p. 2, col. 5
HELENA.
Died Monday, Mrs. Ann Klotz, at the home of her son at Rising Son. She was formerly of this place,
and funeral services were held at this place Thursday, at 11 o'clock.
The Fremont, OH "News Messenger" issue of 23 November 1945, p. 1, col. 2
ABSALOM FOUGHT RITES TOMORROW
Funeral services for Absalom Fought, 95, who died Wednesday at 8 p.m. at Memorial hospital, will be
conducted at 2 p.m. at the Weller-Wonderly funeral home, Saturday, with the Rev. L.S. Price, pastor
of Grace Lutheran church, officiating.
Mr. Fought, who made his home with his son, Ivan, at 811 Stilwell avenue, had lived in Fremont for
the past 19 years. Previously, he had been a farmer in Washington township, and was well known
through this vicinity. He had enjoyed good health until a few weeks ago.
He was born May 11, 1850, in Washington township, a son of Samuel and Susan Klotz Fought. He
married Rebecca Baumer, November 7, 1872, at the Salem Lutheran church, by the Four-Mile
House.
His wife and one son, Oliver, have preceded him in death, along with two sisters, Nancy and Lulu,
and five brothers, Levi, William, Freeman, Franklyn and Edward.
Survivors include his son, Ivan, and 10 grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren.
Burial will be at the Four-Mile House cemetery.
The Fremont, OH "Daily Messenger" issue of 31 December 1906, p. 4, col. 3
The funeral services over the remains of the late Samuel Fought were held at the Brethren church at
the Four Mile House Sunday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment was made at the Four Mile House
cemetery.