An enormous throng of fans and well-wishers turned out for the funeral procession today of heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne. He died on July 22 at the age of 76. His widow, Sharon looked utterly grief-stricken as she arrived for the sad goodbye to her spouse of 43 years in Birmingham, England.
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Clad in black, she was practically bent with grief while flanked on either side by son, Jack, and daughter, Kelly. The grim day was hopefully made a bit easier for all of them by the extremely supportive crowd. They cheered enthusiastically at one point and Sharon graciously held up her hand in a peace sign. There was even a marching band playing "Iron Man."
The Family Bade Their Sad Final Farewell to Ozzy
Also in attendance were the Osbournes' daughter, Aimee, and Ozzy's son, Louis, from his first marriage. They all looked understandably very somber as they bid goodbye to their beloved Ozzy. Per the New York Post, there was a big, colorful memorial to the flamboyant rocker comprised of flowers, notes, and other meaningful tributes. "Sharon, 72, and her kids were in tears as they laid purple flowers at a memorial for the heavy metal icon."
The outlet also noted that Sharon appeared to have a ring hung on a chain around her neck. It was thought to be Ozzy's wedding ring.
The Osbournes' daughter Aimee's presence was notable. She was not part of the family's MTV reality show, which was broadcast from 2002 to 2005.
Fans Left Comments About Ozzy Osbourne's Passing on Social Media
Fans took one more opportunity to pay tribute to Ozzy today on Instagram. They truly loved the man and his music.
"Farewell Prince of Darkness."
"I love this New Orleans style of home going for Ozzy Osbourne. What a great celebration of his life."
"Legend. I think he would be shocked at the turnout."
"I watched this live. Seeing Jack, Kelly and Sharon crying and Sharon looking so heartbroken. I was crying for them. I hope they feel the warm hugs of all fans around the world."
"Ozzy asked for joy not sorrow. So here we are, celebrating a life louder than death. Rest in peace, legend. My love will never fade."
