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On Eve of Ozzy Osbourne's Funeral, Family and Friends Help His Grieving Widow, Sharon

Sharon Osbourne always projects quiet strength and dignity. But after the death last week of her husband of 43 years, heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne, 76, she reportedly is deeply in mourning. Now, the classy matriarch, 72, who is "the rock" for her family, needs those close to her to buoy her up after such a devastating loss, per People. With his funeral set for tomorrow, this must be an especially hard time for Sharon.

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Sharon Osbourne Is Getting Lots of Support

Per the outlet, an unnamed source shared, "Sharon's heartbroken but very proud of the life the family built together. Everyone's rallying around her. She's been the rock of this family for decades, and now it's her turn to be held up."

The Osbournes have three children - Aimee, Jack, and Kelly. They have been at their mom's side doing what they can for her. This person mentioned, "[T]he kids are making sure she's never alone — they've been with her constantly, sharing stories, laughing through the tears and just being together. There's a lot of pain, but also a lot of comfort from the family time that they got to enjoy up until the very end."

Ozzy's Family Is Crushed by His Passing

When Osbourne died last week, his family issued a statement. Their grief at his loss is clear. Per People, it said, "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, He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time."

The Couple Moved To Buckinghamshire in England

The source said, "Sharon had wanted to move back to England for years, especially as she got older. England was always home for them, but it became more than that. It was about creating peace and the best life possible together in their final chapter. The path back to England wasn't easy. His health has been fragile for years. ... It was a gift, because they got a year and half together, at home. Ozzy's final days were spent in England, surrounded by family, music and in the place he called home. He was in peace,"