MIDDLE POINT – John D. Rist, 59, of Middle Point passed away on Saturday, Sept.27, 2025, at Parkview Hospital, Ft. Wayne.

He was born Sept. 14, 1966, in Oak Hill, Ohio, to John M. and Evelyn (Walker) Rist, who both preceded him in death. On Aug. 19,1989 he married Kelly Dickman, who survives in Middle Point.

John is also survived by his children, Colt (Mackanzie) Rist and Alicia (Copsey) Bogle of Middle Point; he is also survived by two grandchildren, Carson and Tayden. His dog Bosco meant the world to him.

John had been a truck driver for most of his life. He was currently working at Crown Equipment. He served in the United States Marine Corps at Camp Lejeune from 1985-87. John dearly loved anything to do with cars. He spent his weekends racing at the drag strip or going to a car show. Even though he was a ‘Chevy Guy’, he was proud of and showed his restored 1983 Dodge van. He will always be remembered as a true and loyal friend. Most of all he was a loving father, dad, and ‘PawPaw’ to his grandchildren.

It was John’s wish to be cremated. A celebration of John’s life will take place on Sunday, Oct. 12 at the Middle Point Community building beginning at 3 p.m.

Weber Funeral Home, Delphos, was entrusted to care for John. Online condolences may be shared at weberfh.net.