Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tenn., for Wallace Ingle, fondly known to many as Junior, who died peacefully on Saturday, Jan. 4, in Grenada. Burial followed in Ramer Cemetery. Tommy Monts officiated.
Born on Dec. 30, 1937, in Selmer, Tenn., Junior lived a life filled with hard work, devotion to family and a spirit of adventure. He dedicated more than 20 years of his career to Parker Brothers in Derma, where he worked as a truck driver and mechanic. His commitment to his job was a testament to his character, illustrating his work ethic and reliability — qualities that will be remembered by his colleagues and friends.
In addition to his professional life, Junior proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict, having been trained as a paratrooper. His military service reflected his bravery and dedication to his country, values he instilled in his family.
Junior’s love for life was mirrored in his hobbies and interests. He enjoyed tinkering with various projects and going on camping trips with his family at Pickwick Lake. In his younger days, riding motorcycles brought him joy and adventure. Later in life, Junior was saved at Derma Baptist Church and knew the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal savior, a decision that positively impacted his life and the lives of those he loved forever.
His parents, Warren Wallace and Josie Mae Matlock Ingle; his wife of 51 years, Arlene Wren Ingle; and one son, Michael Ingle, preceded Junior in death.
His absence will be deeply felt by all who knew him, but his spirit will continue to live on through the loving memories shared by his family.
Survivors include, his beloved daughter, Patricia (Ingle) Walker and her husband, Chris, of Grenada; four sons, Joseph Warren Ingle and wife, Carol, of Nettleton, Steve Ingle and wife, Rachel, and Paul Ingle, all of Calhoun City, and Chris Ingle and wife, Leslie, of Gore Springs. Junior’s legacy endures through his seven grandchildren, Justin Byrd; Kristi (Byrd) Goff and husband, Eric; Nathan Ingle and wife, Jennifer; Stephanie Adams and husband, Landon; Cale Ingle; Tess Ingle and Brayden Ingle, as well as nine great grandchildren, Aedan, Masen, Sarah, Braylon, Charlie, Carolyn, Aria, Sawyer and Beau. He is also survived by his sister, Nancy Darlene Hopkins of Guys, Tenn.; two brothers, Benny Ingle and wife, Doris, of Cherokee, Ala., and Charles Ingle of Counce, Tenn., and many extended family members and friends.
Wallace “Junior” Ingle will be remembered for his work ethic, dedication to family and zest for life. He leaves behind a rich legacy and many cherished memories among those he loved dearly.
Pallbearers were Justin Byrd, Nathan Ingle, Brayden Jackson, John Hodo, Jason Lester and Ronnie Tilghman.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tenn., was in charge of arrangements.
