Jack was born on September 11, 1951 at Fort Rucker, Alabama. He lived in Bonifay, Florida for 17 years being raised by his parents and grandparents. Since childhood he was best friends with Dale Sims. The two had many interesting experiences throughout their childhood and the years.
He was recruited by the Marines at the age of seventeen. Shortly after completing Boot Camp at Parris Island, he was deployed to Vietnam proudly serving two tours. His deployment to Vietnam resulted in him becoming a combat wounded Marine earning him a purple heart. While Jack left Vietnam - Vietnam did not leave him. Jack cherished his memories being a member of the Marine Corps.
Upon returning stateside and leaving active duty, he became employed with the Florida Department of Corrections where he worked for over 30 years. He rose through the ranks, retiring as a colonel.
He is predeceased by his maternal and paternal grandparents; his father, William Pouncey; mother, Ruth Stevenson; and stepfather Lonnie Stevenson.
He survived by his wife, Kaye; his beautiful daughter, Samantha (Burton); grandchildren and great grandchildren; brothers, Cameron (Liz) and Bill Pouncey; sister, Cheryl Pouncey Galloway; a special cousin, Martha Cullifer Howell.
Jack’s loving family honors his life and commitment to the Marine Corps and service to his country.
Visitation will be held at Bayview Fisher-Pou Chapel, 3351 Scenic Highway 90e, Pensacola, FL 32503, US, on November 10, 2026, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, followed by the Funeral Service at 11:00 am. He will be laid to rest following services at Barrancas National Cemetery, Pensacola, FL.
