Following the shock of his death at age 76, Ozzy Osbourne’s family is ready to lay the rock legend to rest in a fitting and heartfelt manner. The approach is intimate and celebratory as the Prince of Darkness himself long planned.
The Osbournes are arranging a private funeral, prioritizing family over fanfare. The atmosphere will be personal and a gathering rooted in love and memorial, not mourning. According to sources close to the family, that’s exactly how Ozzy would’ve wanted it. No tears, no drama, just gratitude for a life that defied expectations.
Ozzy Osbourne had made his wishes clear long before his death, according to the New York Post. He didn’t want a funeral drenched in sorrow. He envisioned a celebration, complete with music, laughter, and even playful pranks.
“I’d like some pranks: maybe the sound of knocking inside the coffin; or a video of me asking my doctor for a second opinion on his diagnosis of ‘death.’ There’ll be no harping on the bad times,” Ozzy instructed.
Ozzy Osbourne Family Grateful for Time Together
Those closest to Ozzy, his wife Sharon and children Kelly, Jack, and Aimee, say they’re profoundly thankful for their time together before his passing. With that love in mind, the family is keen to pay tribute in a way that’s both healing and true to his joyful spirit.
Ozzy Osbourne was no stranger to mortality. Diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2020, he spoke candidly about not fearing death. He made it clear that he preferred a swift, dignified exit over prolonged suffering. Osbourne shared that if he could sing one final song to thank his fans before passing, he’d consider himself a lucky man.
He even acknowledged his mortality in interviews, estimating “at best ten years left,” and making peace with the idea that his time was limited. Yet, he was determined to stay active as long as possible, driven by his audience and his love for performing.
Despite multiple health setbacks, surgeries, and decades on stage, Ozzy considered his resilience his greatest legacy. His longtime partnership with Sharon, celebrating over four decades together, was a testament to the strength that carried him further than many expected. Even toward the end, he remained resolute. Performing if he could, celebrating life, and facing his finale on his terms.
Ozzy Osbourne may be gone, but the final act he planned is a testament to how he lived. A life that was bold, irreverent, and joyfully authentic. This isn’t about funerals and farewells. It’s about gratitude, laughter, and a celebration that caps off a defiant and enduring legacy. In the end, it’s exactly the kind of send-off the Prince of Darkness would’ve demanded. In fact, we wouldn’t expect anything less.
Casey James 
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