Nicholas Walter Brian "Fred" Poling, 23, of Elgin, went home to be with the Lord and his "twin" cousin Michael Quinn Young and Uncle Brian Poling, on Saturday, January 30, 2016, at his residence.

He was born on November 10, 1992, in Coldwater, to Brendan and Jennifer (Meyer) Poling, both survive in Elgin.

Nicholas is survived by his parents; three brothers, Nathan Christian Alexander, Noah Isaac David, and Nevin Aaron Matthew Poling, all at home; grandparents, Frank and Carolyn (Schwinnen) Meyer Sr., Charles Good, Barbara Good, and Walter Poling; great-grandfather, James Courtney; aunts and uncles, Glen and Mary (Meyer) Young, Frank and Samantha Meyer Jr., David and Mandi Meyer, Ronald and Sarah (Meyer) Miller, Colin Good, Kevin and Heather (Poling) Matthews, and Meghan Good; great-aunt, Judith Schwinnen.

Nicholas was preceded in death by his "Twin-cousin", Michael Quinn Young; uncle, Brian Poling; great-grandparents, Walter and Margaret (Vondran) Schwinnen, and great-grandmother, Anna Courtney.

He attended Parkway High School and graduated from Vantage Vocational School in 2011. While there he was a member of the F.F.A. and received numerous outstanding welding awards. He was a former employee of CAPT in Celina.

He loved working on cars, tractors, and lawn mowers. He could fix any kind of vehicle and often did, many for his friends. His special love was his Harley Davidson Motorcycle and his truck.

Nicholas's dogs, Elliott and Millie, were also important to him. He often loaded Elliott in his truck and went to Rural King in Van Wert; there the two of them would do errands as dogs are allowed in the store.

Over the last two years Nicholas battled serious health problems. Being a fighter and strong person, he fought them with courage and determination. He will be missed by his family, numerous friends, and his animals.

Funeral services will be on Thursday, February 4, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. with visitation one hour prior to the service at Harter and Schier Funeral Home, Delphos.

Friends may call on Wednesday, February 3, 2016, from 2-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family.

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