Jack J. Reck

Jack J. Reck

Lorain- Jack J. Reck, 89, passed away on Friday October 23, 2026 at Life Care Center of Elyria, Ohio.

He was born in Gettysburg, OH on October 26, 1936. Jack graduated from Arcanum High School class of 1954 and later obtained his Bachelor’s Degree from Miami University, Class of 1958. He married his beloved, Wilma May (nee: Anthony) Reck on July 14, 1956 and together they raised three loving children. He worked at Republic LTV Steel as a Developmental Engineer in the Tubular Division for 42 years. In retirement he was a bus driver with Youth Challenge in Westlake, Ohio. Jack was a past member of Rockport United Methodist and current member of LaPorte United Methodist. Jack enjoyed playing golf, bowling, and basketball; and enjoyed watching college and professional baseball, football, and basketball. Nothing compared to the joy he was brought watching his grandchildren play sports.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Jesse (nee Coate) Reck; siblings, Floella (Hubert) Davis, and Richard Reck; daughter-in-law, Mary Reck; and grandson, Michael B. Reck.

He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Wilma Reck; children, Kimberly (William) Kuhn, Carl Bradley Reck, and Lisa (Dan) Berk; sibling, Janice (Jan) Garrison; sister-in-law, Terry Reck; 10 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at LaPorte United Methodist Church, 2071 Grafton Rd. Elyria, Ohio on Thursday October 29, 2026 from 9:30 am until the time of the funeral service at 10:30 am. A Christian burial will be held privately. Memorial donations may be made to Youth Challenge, 800 Sharon Dr., Westlake, OH 44145. Online condolences may be sent using www.rsgfuneralhome.com.