THOUSANDS PAY TRIBUTE TO OZZY OSBOURNE IN HEARTWRENCHING FUNERAL PROCESSION

A funeral procession honoring the life and legacy of Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic frontman of Black Sabbath, took place in Birmingham, England, on July 30, 2025. Thousands of fans lined the streets to bid farewell to the legendary musician, known as the "Prince of Darkness" and "Godfather of Heavy Metal". *A Celebration of Life and Music

The procession featured a New Orleans-style brass band playing Ozzy's hits like "Iron Man" and "Crazy Train". The Osbourne family, including wife Sharon, children Jack, Kelly, and Aimee, participated in the procession, visibly emotional as they waved and made peace signs to the crowd. At one point, they stopped at the Black Sabbath Bridge, where fans had left thousands of flowers and tributes ¹ ². *Fan Tributes and Memories* Graham Croucher, a 58-year-old train driver from Northampton, praised Ozzy as an "absolute legend" who was the soundtrack to his life growing up. Many fans chanted "Ozzy, Ozzy" as the family approached the makeshift memorial, with Sharon Osbourne breaking down in tears and being consoled by her children ¹. *A Private Farewell* Following the procession, a private funeral was held for family and friends, with details not publicly disclosed. Ozzy Osbourne passed away on July 22 at the age of 76, just 17 days after playing his final solo and Black Sabbath shows in Birmingham