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Ozzy Osbourne Laid to Rest Beside Lake at Country Home

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Celebrity friends, family, and thousands of fans gathered to bid farewell to the legendary Black Sabbath frontman, Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away at the age of 76. The service was held at Osbourne's 250-acre country home, where he lived, and was attended by 110 guests, including his bandmates, Metallica's James Hetfield, and Elton John. The celebration was filled with tears, laughter, and memories of Osbourne's life and music.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ozzy Osbourne was laid to rest beside a lake at his country home, surrounded by 110 guests, including his celebrity friends and family.
  • The service was attended by Ozzy's bandmates, including Zakk Wylde, Metallica's James Hetfield, and Elton John.
  • A "Ozzy f*****g Osbourne" wreath was placed beside the grave, and an "Ozzy" wreath was placed by the lake's fountain.
  • Tents and a stage were set up in the grounds for tributes, and guests were given a photo of Ozzy to take home.
  • Fans gathered at Birmingham's Black Sabbath Bridge and signed a book of condolence at Aston Villa's Villa Park, where Ozzy's final performance was held.
  • The Coldstream Guards performed Sabbath's 1970 hit Paranoid outside Buckingham Palace in London.
  • Osbourne died at the age of 76 due to Parkinson's disease.
  • The service was a tribute to Osbourne's life and music, with guests sharing memories and raising toasts.
  • The "Ozzy f*****g Osbourne" wreath was a personal touch from the family, making people smile.

Statistics:

  • 110 guests attended Ozzy's funeral service.
  • 76 was the age at which OzzyOsbourne passed away.
  • 250 acres is the size of Ozzy's country home where the service was held.
  • 1970 is the year in which the Coldstream Guards performed Sabbath's hit Paranoid.

Sources:

  • "Ozzy's service was a beautiful tribute" - An unnamed friend in The Sun.
  • "Ozzy wanted his final place of rest to be at home and he is buried at a beautiful spot" - An unnamed friend in The Sun.
  • "A book of condolence is open for fans to sign at Aston Villa's Villa Park, the scene of Ozzy's final performance" - Irishsun@the-sun.ie.

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