Heartbreaking Photos of Ozzy Osbourne’s Funeral
Ozzy Osbourne’s friends and family had support from hundreds of his fans as they gathered in Birmingham, England on Wednesday, July 30, to celebrate the late heavy metal icon.
His wife Sharon, was joined by their children, Kelly, Aimee, and Jack Osbourne, in Ozzy’s beloved hometown for an emotional funeral procession on a street lined with adoring fans of the Black Sabbath legend. They were also joined by Ozzy’s son Louis Osbourne, whom he shared with ex-wife Thelma Riley.
Ozzy died at his home in England with Sharon by his side on July 22, just a few short weeks after his final farewell concert on July 5. “It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning,” the family’s statement read. “He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family’s privacy at this time.”
To honor him, the family made their way to Birmingham’s Black Sabbath Bridge and Black Sabbath Bench, landmarks in the city designed in honor of the famous rock band, before holding a private funeral ceremony in the city.
See the heartbreaking photos below.
The Osbourne Family
In one photo, Jack (far left), Kelly, Sharon, Aimee and one of Ozzy’s sons from his first marriage, Louis (far right), waved to crowds who gathered to send off their beloved Ozzy.
A Meaningful Gesture
An emotional Sharon and oldest daughter Aimee imitated Ozzy’s famous peace sign pose as they greeted crowds.
Supporting Sharon
Kelly and Aimee flanked their devastated mom during the funeral procession.
Mourning an Icon
As they arrived, Kelly clutched on to Sharon as they made their way to Birmingham’s Black Sabbath Bench, which was erected in 2016 to honor Ozzy and his fellow founding members, guitarist Tony Iommi, drummer Bill Ward, and bassist Geezer Butler, who all from the English city.
The Extended Family
Behind Jack and Sharon Osbourne were some of Jack’s daughters as well as Kelly’s fiancé, Sid Wilson, who was in tears as he carried their toddler son, Sidney.
Black Sabbath Bridge
Legions of fans left flowers and notes on the Black Sabbath Bridge to honor the heavy metal legend.
Love For The Fans
The family was overcome with emotion as they greeted Ozzy’s fans who gathered in droves on the street.
Taking It In
In another heartbreaking photo, Jack and Kelly held their mom as they looked at the many tributes left at Black Sabbath bridge by loving fans.
