Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary “Prince of Darkness,” was laid to rest with a heartfelt procession through his hometown of Birmingham, England. Fans from all over the world gathered to pay their respects as the hearse carried his casket adorned with dark purple flowers that spelled out his name. Notably, purple flowers in the shape of a cross rested atop the car’s roof, symbolizing Ozzy’s long association with the color through his iconic purple glasses and his cover of “Purple Haze.”
The funeral cortege wound its way along Broad Street, stopping at the Black Sabbath Bridge and bench, a site covered with thousands of flowers, messages, and tributes from fans. Sharon Osbourne, Ozzy’s wife of over four decades, and their children Kelly, Jack, and Aimee, were comforted by the love surrounding them as they paid tribute to a man known for both his rockstar fame and enduring family bonds.
Ozzy’s wish for his funeral was not for sorrow but a celebration of life, with humor and thanks taking center stage. His personality, infectious laughter, and genuine kindness were remembered by friends and family alike as they bid him goodbye.
