Wade Waddell

Wade was born in Tupelo, Mississippi on May 13, 1956. He graduated from Heidelberg Academy and continued on to receive a Master’s Degree in Geology from Mississippi State. Wade was married to Kelli Calverley on June 12, 2010.

Wade worked for OXY for twenty-five years and was currently a Sr. Geologist at Henry Resources.

Wade enjoyed the outdoors, being an avid hunter and fisherman. He also participated in a variety of clay shooting competitions and charity fundraisers. He was a mentor to many in a variety of disciplines.

Wade is preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Mary Nell Waddell. He is survived by his wife, Kelli; children, Hope and Stephen; in-laws, Jerry and Lavonda Cave; brother in-law, Kevin Cave and wife Cindy; nephew, Justin Cave and wife Maddie all of Ackerly, Texas; niece, Jayci of Lubbock, Texas; many special cousins from Mississippi, South Carolina, and Texas; as well as many friends and coworkers.

There are not enough words to express our gratitude to Henry Resources.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, March 20, 2015 at Ellis Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2015 at Golf Course Rd. Church of Christ, 3500 W. Golf Course Rd. Midland, TX. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park.