James 'Doug' Olwick, Longtime Fulton County Sportsman, Dies at 74

Olwick was an active member of the Fulton County Sportsmen's Club and the International Defensive Pistol Association.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:35pm

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James 'Doug' Douglas Olwick, a 74-year-old resident of Wauseon, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026, at Community Health Professionals Inpatient Hospice in Defiance. Olwick was a longtime member of the Fulton County Sportsmen's Club and the International Defensive Pistol Association, where he found great enjoyment in competitive shooting. He is survived by his three daughters, brother, sister, grandchildren, and great-granddaughter.

Why it matters

Olwick's passing marks the end of an era for the Fulton County Sportsmen's Club, which he had been an active member of for many years. His dedication to the shooting sports community and camaraderie with fellow club members made him a beloved figure in the local area.

The details

Olwick began his working career with McCord Corporation in Wauseon, where he dedicated 19 years before the company's closing. He later continued his career with Fulton County Processing, working there for 15 years until his retirement. Outside of his passion for shooting sports, Olwick cherished time spent playing cards with his friends.

  • Olwick passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026.
  • A time for sharing memories and receiving friends will be held from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

The players

James 'Doug' Douglas Olwick

A 74-year-old resident of Wauseon, Ohio, who was an active member of the Fulton County Sportsmen's Club and the International Defensive Pistol Association.

Fulton County Sportsmen's Club

A local club in Fulton County, Ohio, where Olwick found great enjoyment in competitive shooting.

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The takeaway

Olwick's lifelong dedication to the shooting sports community and his camaraderie with fellow club members made him a beloved figure in the Fulton County area. His passing marks the end of an era for the local Sportsmen's Club, which will continue to honor his memory and the values he upheld.