Wallace Pogue

Wallace Pogue, a lifelong resident of Forest, Mississippi, passed away at his residence in Forest on October 28, 2026. He was born on April 9, 1957, in Newton, Mississippi, and spent his life rooted in the community he called home.

Wallace was a 1975 graduate of Scott Academy, where he also played football, an accomplishment that remained a meaningful part of his life story. He was known as a very hard worker all of his life, holding various jobs over the years. His last position was as a licensed site inspector with the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. Through his work and steady dedication, he earned the respect of those who knew him.

He was also a member of East Forest Baptist Church in Forest, an important part of his life and community connection.

Wallace is survived by his mother, Jo Ann Pogue; his daughter, Jamie Fellenstein (Gage); his brothers, Billy Joe Pogue (Rosemary), and Johnny Pogue (Nancy); his sister, Lynn Heard (Junior); and his aunt, Linda Baucum. He will be remembered with love by his family and by all who shared in his life through the years.

He was preceded in death by his father, J.W. Pogue Sr.; his nephew, Bobby Joe Pogue; and his uncle, Jerry Baucum.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. until 1:45 p.m. at Wolf Funeral Services in Lake, located at 136 Front Street, Lake, Mississippi 39092. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Wolf Funeral Services in Lake. Interment will take place at the Pogue Family Cemetery on Russell Community Road in Forest, Mississippi 39074.

Wallace Pogue will be remembered for his strong work ethic, his ties to Forest, and the love of his family. His memory will remain cherished by those who knew him.