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Glenn Brooks McClanan, Sr.

  • January 26, 2012
  • Virginia Beach, Virginia
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“I don't know you or your husband personaly, just by all the good work ya'll have done for many years in our wonderful cummunity. May God be with...Read More » ”
1 of 35 | Posted by: Carolyn Dodd - Virginia Beac h, VA

“Dear Reba, we are so saddened to learn of Glenn's passing. He seemed larger than life. You both have given so much of your selves to the benefit of...Read More » ”
2 of 35 | Posted by: David & Dolores Davenport - NC

“Our thoughts are with you and also the many memories of our stay at the Beach,with Geoff, in '07 ”
3 of 35 | Posted by: Margaret and Roy Squires - Derby

“Dear Reba What a loss. Glenn was, and still is, a legend and a fantastic individual. I always loved running into you both and sharing a hug and...Read More » ”
4 of 35 | Posted by: J. P. Godsey - VA Beach, VA

“Reba, I am so sorry to hear of your loss - you are in my thoughts and prayers. BJ Baumann Rockafeller's Restaurant ”
5 of 35 | Posted by: Elizabeth H. - Va. Beach, VA

“Dear Reba, I am so sad to hear of Glen's passing. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, and that I am here if I can be of assistance or a...Read More » ”
6 of 35 | Posted by: Debbie Vanderbeek and family - VA

“Dear Reba, We are so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts and thoughts are with you and your family. God Bless ”
7 of 35 | Posted by: Lis family - virginia beach, VA

“Reba, Glenn was such a kind man, I will always have fond memories of the times I shared and worked with both of you. I am sorry that I couldn't be...Read More » ”
8 of 35 | Posted by: Sharon and Jim Hundley - VA

“Reba and Family So very sorry to hear of Glenn's passing ”
9 of 35 | Posted by: Lila Davis - Virginia Beach, VA

“Dear Reba and family ~ we were all so deeply saddened to learn of Glenn's passing. Words are too frequently inconsequential at a time like this, but...Read More » ”
10 of 35 | Posted by: John Ickes - Virginia Beach, VA

“Dear Reba and family, As a long time family friend, I am deeply saddened to hear of Glen's passing. Words are never enough to ease the pain of...Read More » ”
11 of 35 | Posted by: John Froehler - Virginia Beach, VA

“Reba & Family Our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. ”
12 of 35 | Posted by: The Abourjilie Family - VA

“To Reba and Family, Our hearts and Prayers are with you at this time, your friendship with our parents and our family has always meant SO much, our...Read More » ”
13 of 35 | Posted by: Terry,Shirley,Jerry Seay - VA

“Dear Reba, You and Glenn were--and always will be--an iconic couple for those thousands of us lucky enough to know and admire you. Debbie and I...Read More » ”
14 of 35 | Posted by: Paul G. Lankford - Virginia Beach, VA

“Dear Reba and Family, Marylin and I remember fondly our times with Glenn, you and your children, along the "campaign trail" and socially. We will...Read More » ”
15 of 35 | Posted by: Howard Copeland - Norfolk, VA

“Dear Reba and family, We are very sorry for your loss. We have all lost a true friend and Virginia Beach leader. Glenn's hard work and effort on...Read More » ”
16 of 35 | Posted by: Lauralee Grim and E.L. - VA

“Dear Reba and family: My deepest concolences and prayers are with you. I know now my Dad (JN Mcclanan) and Glenn are in heaven together looking...Read More » ”
17 of 35 | Posted by: Rose McCLanan Howell - VA

“Dear Reba and family: My deepest sympathy. I enjoyed knowing Glenn and having some excellent discussions with him. He was a good man who did much...Read More » ”
18 of 35 | Posted by: Ollie Bates - Virginia Beach, VA

“Glenn will be missed. He was a kind and gentle man. May these words bring you our most heartfelt sympathy. Our Sincerest Condolences. ”
19 of 35 | Posted by: AnnaBelle Eversole & Family - VA

“Reba, please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your husband, Glenn. Our prayers are with you and your family. Todd & Nancy Moore ”
20 of 35 | Posted by: Todd & Nancy Moore - VA

“Reba may wonderful memories of all the things you and Glenn did together and with your children help you through this time of sorrow. My prayers are...Read More » ”
21 of 35 | Posted by: Sharon Goumas - Virginia Beach, VA

“Dear Reba & Family, May GOD's SPIRIT be with you during this time of grief & sorrow for a giant of a man in all of our lives, we shall all miss him!...Read More » ”
22 of 35 | Posted by: T.E. Thieman (Family) - VA

“Reba: I know you will miss him terribly but he is now in a better place where he will no longer be in pain or have worries. I will pray for him and...Read More » ”
23 of 35 | Posted by: Edgar E. DeLong - Virginia Beach, VA

“Reba, I am so sorry to hear of Glenn's passing and send my condolences to you and the family. I enjoyed our time together in and outside of the many...Read More » ”
24 of 35 | Posted by: Terry Whitehurst - Charlotte, NC

“Dear Reba and Family, Please accept our sincere sorrow at the news of Glenn's passing. We will miss his friendship, thoughtfulness and kindness. His...Read More » ”
25 of 35 | Posted by: John & Betty McMullen - VA

“Dear Reba and Family: Glenn was such a wonderful friend for many years and we have such happy memories of our time together. We are sending much...Read More » ”
26 of 35 | Posted by: Bob and Margaret Jones - NC

“Dear Reba and Family: Glenn was such a wonderful friend for many years and we have such happy memories of our time together. We are sending much...Read More » ”
27 of 35 | Posted by: Bob and Margaret Jones - NC

“Dear Reba: We were surprised and saddened to read of Glenn's passing. Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Glenn was a wonderful man...Read More » ”
28 of 35 | Posted by: Mike & Jennifer Ash - Eastville, VA

“Glen we will miss your bright smiling face at the Civic League Meetings. We will keep You and your Family in our prayers. Good By and God Speed You...Read More » ”
29 of 35 | Posted by: Bernard Galante - Virginia Beach, VA

“Dear Reba and family, Our prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Time will heal and your wonderful memories will comfort you. That...Read More » ”
30 of 35 | Posted by: Helen E. McDonald & Randy Zehmer - VA

“Dearest Reba, I'm so sorry to hear about your husband Glenn's death. My sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. May happy memories...Read More » ”
31 of 35 | Posted by: Ellen Orlando - Virginia Beach, VA

“Dear Reba, My sincerest condolences to you and your family. I know that you will cherish the many wonderful memories of Glenn. May God bless you...Read More » ”
32 of 35 | Posted by: Susan Mayo - Virginia Beach, VA

“Dear Reba and family, Please accept our deepest condolences and our prayers. Glenn was an all-star example of a model politician and a model...Read More » ”
33 of 35 | Posted by: Laurie B C Simpson - VA

“Reba, My deepest condolences to you and your family. Many of my fondest memories include you and Glenn. My prayers are with you and your family....Read More » ”
34 of 35 | Posted by: Stephanie Boon Stull - Rockville, MD

“Reba, my sincerest condolences on the loss of your beloved Glenn. My deepest sympathies are with you and your family, Frances Thrash. ”
35 of 35 | Posted by: Frances Thrash - Virginia Beach, VA


Glenn Brooks McClanan, Sr., an attorney who represented Virginia Beach in the General Assembly, died on Thursday, January 26, 2012. As a legislator, he built a reputation advocating consumer and environmental causes. McClanan introduced legislation that helped Virginia Beach obtain its primary water source of Lake Gaston. He chaired the Agriculture Committee and was a member of the General Laws and Corporations Insurance & Banking Committees. Born in Princess Anne County in 1934, Glenn was the only child to Herman McClanan & Gertrude Whitehurst McClanan. He enjoyed 49 years of marriage and civic involvement with former Virginia Beach Councilwoman Reba McClanan. He was an active member of the community serving as the former President of the Virginia Beach Council of Civic Organizations, Princess Anne Plaza Civic League and Kempsville Business and Professional Association. At the time of his death, he was an active member of the Virginia Beach Sports Club, Tidewater Friends of Folk Music, Kempsville Ruritans and the Masonic Lodge #25. In Glenn's youth, he was an active member of 4H which lead to his participation in the International Farm Youth Exchange program through which he met Reba and started a life filled with journeys to more than 50 countries. He was a graduate of the University of Virginia Law School, Lynchburg College and Kempsville High School. Glenn is survived by his wife Reba; his 3 children Anne, Glenn Jr. & Martin McClanan and 3 grandchildren Benjamin Hadad IV, Ian McClanan & Katie McClanan. Glenn was also blessed with support of many friends including his neighbor and friend Fire Captain Richard Shelley and his long time professional assistant Judy Ferguson. Funeral Services will be held at Plaza Methodist Church in Virginia Beach, on Tuesday, January 31, 2012, at 1 PM. Burial will be at Rosewood Memorial Park. For those who would like to send flowers, please send them to Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home – Lynnhaven Chapel, who is handling arrangements. Memorial Gift donations may be sent to Mr. McClanan's favorite public television station, WHRO. To do so, please call Homer Babbitt at (757) 889-9334 or email homer.babbitt@whro.org. Condolences may be made to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.