Followers of Black Sabbath legend Ozzy Osbourne could have an opportunity to pay homage to the legendary rock legend earlier than he’s laid to relaxation by shut family and friends in a “small, personal funeral.”
On Tuesday, the Birmingham Metropolis Council introduced plans to pay its ultimate respects to Osbourne with a full of life procession alongside the streets of Birmingham on Wednesday afternoon.
“The hearse and accompanying autos will slowly make their manner down Broad Road from 1pm to the Black Sabbath bridge and bench, the place hundreds of followers have left heartfelt messages and floral tributes in current days,” town introduced.
“The cortège might be accompanied by a stay brass band efficiency by native musicians from Bostin’ Brass, bringing a ultimate musical second to honour the extraordinary life and legacy of Ozzy Osbourne.”
The Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Councillor Zafar Iqbal MBE, JP, mentioned it was “necessary” for town to honor Osbourne within the metropolis that he cherished a lot.
“Ozzy was greater than a music legend – he was a son of Birmingham. Having not too long ago been awarded the Freedom of the Metropolis and following his celebrated look on the ‘Again to the Starting’ live performance at Villa Park earlier this month, it was necessary to town that we assist a becoming, dignified tribute forward of a non-public household funeral. We all know how a lot this second will imply to his followers. We’re proud to host it right here along with his loving household within the place the place all of it started, and we’re grateful that they’ve generously provided to pay to allow this to occur and assist town is giving him the farewell he deserves.”
As per Individuals, Osbourne, who died on July twenty second, might be honored privately by his shut household and pals with an intimate funeral.
“They’re very grateful for the particular household time that they had collectively earlier than Ozzy handed,” a supply informed the outlet.
“They’re planning a small, personal funeral that might be a celebration of his life. Ozzy would by no means desire a mope-fest.”
The supply mentioned that the rocker’s household, together with spouse Sharon, 72, and their kids, Aimee, 41, Jack, 39, and Kelly, 40, is “touched by all of the love and assist pouring in from around the globe.”