Obituary of Terry Wayne Mayo

Terry Wayne Mayo, 72, of Niles and formerly of Southaven, Mississippi, passed away at his summer home on Cranberry Lake on Friday, August 13, 2021. Terry was born on August 9, 1949, to the late Guy Henry and Cora Mae (Fair) Mayo in Sledge, Mississippi. He attended Sledge High School and later became an over-the-road long-haul truck driver. Terry proudly worked as a truck driver until 2013 when he retired. In March of 2014, Terry wed Lynn (Husen) Mayo in Tunica, Mississippi. Terry was well known to be a fun-loving, care-free, jovial, and playful smart ass. He spent most of his free time fishing, camping, singing, and enjoying life with his friends and family. Terry knew no stranger and would help anyone who needed it, he was a hell of a guy!! He was preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Cora Mayo; daughter, Tracey Prigmore; and siblings, Ruth Prince, Bobby Mayo, and Edna Holliday. Terry is survived by his wife, CarolLynn “Lynn” of Niles; children and step-children, Michael (Verna) Mayo of Texas, Marlin (Courtney) Mayo of Mississippi, Andrea (Shane) Placher of North Dakota, and Amber Fergison of Niles; eleven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; siblings, Sadie O’Neal of Kentucky, Henry Mayo Jr. of Mississippi, Shirley Westbrook of Mississippi, and Sandra (Pat) Tyler of Mississippi; and many extended family members and close friends. In keeping with Terry’s wishes, he has been cremated. His family will be holding a private service at a later date.