Wendell was born September 1, 1930 in Van Horn, Texas to Claude and Vesta Mayo.
He is survived by his wife, Irma Mayo; son, Greg Mayo and wife Cyndi; daughter, Cheryl McCall and husband Walter; brother, Charles Mayo and wife Pearl; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at Ellis Funeral Home between the hours of 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Funeral service has been scheduled for 2:00 PM Wednesday, March 23, 2011 in the Ellis Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Mark Lindsey of the First Baptist Church of Big Spring officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Condolences may be offered at www.ellisfunerals.com.