Details For Ozzy Osbourne’s Hometown Funeral Announced
on Jul 29, 2025
Ozzy Osbourne To Be Honored In Private Funeral Ceremony
Rock legend Ozzy Osbourne will be laid to rest on Wednesday (July 30) in a funeral held in his hometown of Birmingham, England.
A public funeral procession will precede the private ceremony, making its way through the heart of Ozzy Osbourne’s childhood hometown. The route will pass the Black Sabbath Bridge and commemorative bench, where thousands of fans have left flowers and messages in tribute to the legendary heavy metal icon, the Guardian reported.
“It was important to the city that we support a fitting, dignified tribute ahead of a private family funeral. We know how much this moment will mean to his fans,” Lord Mayor Zafar Iqbal said.
The procession will be viewable via a live stream centered on the Black Sabbath bench, allowing fans to follow along from home.
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Honoring A Music Legend
Osbourne died at the age of 76 last week. His family announced his passing in a public statement on Tuesday (July 22).
“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 statement read.
The news of his death comes just weeks after his farewell show on July 5 in Birmingham. During the performance, he reunited with his original Black Sabbath bandmates Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward.
Diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2019, the rock singers health had been a growing concern in recent years.
Stars Pay Tribute To The “Prince Of Darkness”
Musicians from across all genres have paid respects to Ozzy following his passing, sharing how he has influenced them in their own careers.
Country singer Jelly Roll shared a short, but heartfelt tribute in honor of Ozzy to his social media last week.
“Forever grateful,” Jelly wrote in an Instagram story.
Tony Lommi, Ozzy’s bandmate, posted on X sharing his love for his friend.
I just can’t believe it! My dear dear friend Ozzy has passed away only weeks after our show at Villa Park.
— Tony Iommi (@tonyiommi) July 22, 2025
It’s just such heartbreaking news that I can’t really find the words, there won’t ever be another like him. Geezer, Bill and myself have lost our brother.
My thoughts go… pic.twitter.com/tW9OMhvL47
“Queen of Country” Dolly Parton also paid tribute, refusing to say “goodbye” to the legend.
“Well, Ozzy Osbourne, it’s Dolly Parton here,” Dolly began in her typical manner, as seen in an exclusive Rolling Stone video. “Now, I know you’re at home, and what a wonderful place to be, right? Now, are we supposed to be saying, ‘Farewell,’ to you? Well, I don’t think that’s gonna happen. How about we just say, ‘Good luck, God bless you, and we will see you somewhere down the road.”
"Good luck, God bless you," said Dolly Parton in a July 5 video message to Ozzy Osbourne as he took the stage for his final live performance. Reunited with the founding lineup of Black Sabbath, the 76-year-old rock star made his last concert appearance, seated on a throne while… pic.twitter.com/7fMRq4vSLJ
— Country Rebel (@CountryRebelCo) July 9, 2025
