Gregory "Greg" Claywell

Gregory "Greg" D. Claywell, 56, of Loves Park passed away Thursday, May 6, 2021, in SwedishAmerican Hospital.  Born October 6, 1964, in Berwyn, the son of Floyd and Flora (Loy) Claywell.  Married Karen White on August 2, 2003.  Employed by Crown Lift Truck for many years.  Greg loved riding his motorcycle, listening to music, attending car shows, and enjoying a cold beer.  He had a great sense of humor and was known as a jokester.  Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.  Survivors include his wife, Karen; children, Justin (Beth), Zachary (Kati), Cody (Ally), and Alexis; grandchildren, Ariana, Teagan, Draven, Mykayla, Amelia, and Jacob; mother, Flora Claywell; sister, Crystal (Joe); mother of his three sons, Lisa Norman; parents-in-law, Trudy and Rich (Leah); sister-in-law, Kim (Chris); brother-in-law, Rich (Bonnie); numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins; long time best friends, Ronnie Pardue, Phil Edwards, Dan Gillis, and Jim “Little Guy” Tomal; and numerous other close and loving friends.  Predeceased by his father, Floyd; grandparents, Owen and Lorrine Claywell and Gilliam and Alice Loy; several close friends.

Service at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 13, 2021, in Delehanty Funeral Home, Ltd., 401 River Lane, Loves Park, with visitation from 2 p.m. service time.  In lieu of flowers, memorials to Toys For Tots.