Gregory Shelby McClanahan was born in Los Angeles California on November 14,1962. He was the third son of four boys of John William and Mary Lynn McClanahan. Greg attended Vaughn Street Elementary, McClay Junior High School, and graduated from Kennedy High School in 1980.
As a toddler he loved playing with Tonka trucks and Hot Wheels. At the age of twenty- one, Greg became a truck driver. Greg’s passion for trucks is what fueled his dream of owning his own business. After years of hard work, McClanahan Trucking became a reality!
Greg enjoyed all types of automobiles, including trucks and motorcycles. In September of 1990, Greg had his motorcycle featured in a Harley Davidson calendar.
From a previous marriage, Greg became a father to Tianna and Gregory Jr. In 2002 Greg met Claudia and raised her daughter Josselyn, as his own. In 2007, the couple welcomed Greg’s second son John.
On May 16, 2015, Greg and Claudia made their union official, and were married in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Family was always important to Greg. He loved taking vacations and spending holidays with his family and friends. One of Greg’s favorite past times was cheering his youngest son, John at his soccer games.
Greg will be remembered for his kindness, and being a loving, hardworking and meticulous person. A good friend to many and someone who was always eager to help.
Greg leaves to cherish his memories, his spouse Claudia McClanahan, his children Tianna, Gregory Jr., Josselyn, and John. His mother, Mary Lynn McClanahan; brothers John and Marvin, sister- in- laws, Shirley and Tracy, and a host of beloved aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Greg was preceded in death by his father, John McClanahan and his brother, Robert McClanahan.
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