John Waldo Reck, age 81 of Huber Heights, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022 in his residence. He was born in Dayton on November 12, 1940 the son of Cecil & Viola (Thorp) Reck. He graduated from Buford High School in 1960. He was a tool maker at Inland, Arbor and Paradigm Tools for many years. He also was a member of the Scottish Rite. His first love was fishing and his second love was playing golf.

He is survived by his partner of 8 years, Manola Ritter, grandchildren Madison, Eli, Annalyza and Kyle; great grandchildren Kyla, Calvin, Aidan and Grace; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; children Julie Jenkins, Jody Kopf, and Johnna Reck; 3 brothers; and 2 sisters. John was a loving partner, father, grandfather, uncle and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday, September 16, 2022 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at the ZERKLE FUNERAL HOME, 11900 N. Dixie Dr., Tipp City. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 1:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Forest Hills Memorial Gardens, Tipp City. Condolences may be sent to the family through this online guestbook.