Frederick Coppess was born in Richland township in the 27th of June 1830, being the second in order of birth of the ten children—five sons and five daughters—of Peter and Mary (Hartle) Coppess. Mr. Coppess has been twice married, his first wife dying without issue. On May 25, 1890, he was united in marriage to Mrs. Ella (Hartle) Shields, and they are the parents of two sons—Forrest Benton, a bright and ambitious youth now attending the public schools; and Frederick H., the youngster who lends brightness and cheer to the home circle. Mrs. Coppess is a daughter of Solomon and Sarah Ann E. (Warvel) Hartle. Mrs. Coppes was born in Darke county, February 14, 1854, and here received her education in the public schools. Her first husband was William V. Shields, and of this union one daughter was born, Josie Ellen, wife of John Hoobler, who is an energetic and prosperous young farmer of the county. They have two daughters, Dora O. and Lottie.