Ozzy Osbourne’s Bandmate Details “Beautiful” Moments of His Funeral

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Robert Trujillo is remembering the Prince of Darkness. 

Indeed, the bassist for the band Metallica – who was also a member of Ozzy Osbourne’s solo band from 1996 to 2003 – shared his thoughts about touching moments experienced at the private funeral service held for the deceased in Birmingham, England.

Robert mentioned on his August 7th episode of ‘Trunk Nation’ podcast that the gathering was quite intimate yet incredibly beautiful. He added a touch of melancholy as well, acknowledging that despite the sadness, some speeches were surprisingly humorous. People exchanging stories led to unexpected laughter, creating a sense of closure from the event.

At the July 30 event, a 60-year-old individual, who was joined by Sharon Osbourne and her children Kelly, Jack, Aimee, and Louis, among others, thinks that Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Black Sabbath frontman, was present in spirit, offering comfort to those gathered.

At the start of the service, it was raining, but as the service continued, the weather evolved, bringing about various changes.

Primarily, he emphasized that Kelly, aged 40, received special focus from the weather as she sang her father’s 1991 hit, “Mama, I’m Coming Home,” on an acoustic guitar. (Furthermore, she paid tribute to the late rocker who passed away following a heart attack on July 22, by incorporating his signature style in her outfit, specifically wearing round sunglasses.)

When Kelly was singing, her words seemed to soar, as if a breeze carried them off. It felt akin to Ozzy enjoying her performance.

It’s clear that Mother Nature’s influence didn’t cease there. In addition, the guitarist mentioned that following Geezer Butler’s heartfelt tribute, the sun actually made an appearance.

Indeed, he affirmed, the sun truly did appear, making everything breathtakingly charming thereafter. It was a most enchanting moment.

Robert’s memory of the funeral surfaced several days later, following his emotional tribute dedicated to the “Crazy Train” performer.

Ozzy was a modest man with an honesty that could be painful at times, but he had a wit that made everything simply extraordinary. This description perfectly encapsulates him from his July 29th Instagram post. We’re all incredibly grateful for his compassion and spirit. For many, Ozzy and Black Sabbath continue to serve as the soundtrack to our lives, providing an inspiration that words can hardly express. I consider them the pioneers of alternative rock.

Keep reading to see more stars who paid tribute to Ozzy…

The heavy metal group posted an old picture of Ozzy Osbourne accompanied by a single, heartfelt broken heart emoticon as a caption.

He was not only a cherished friend but an extraordinary pioneer who earned his spot among the legendary rock musicians – truly iconic. He was also incredibly hilarious, and his absence will be deeply felt. To Sharon and the family, my heartfelt condolences and affection are with you.

“Love Live The Oz,” he wrote. “Rest In Melody.”

As a lifestyle aficionado, I pen down my heartfelt feelings: “I adore you, Ozzy Osbourne, and send all my warmth to Sharon Osbourne and the entire family. Gratitude overwhelms me. Rest In Peace.” This sentiment is accompanied by a cherished snapshot of us together.

The rapper expressed deep sadness upon hearing about Ozzy Osbourne’s passing, sharing that they have a long history together. It was an immense honor for him to witness Ozzy’s induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame last year. He extends his sympathies to Sharon, Ozzy’s family, and all those close to them. Rest in peace, Ozzy.

The esteemed musician from Def Leppard penned a heartfelt tribute, acknowledging that their upcoming performances would be dedicated to the legendary Ozzy. Moreover, he expressed his sympathies towards Sharon Osbourne and the entire Osbourne family. In closing, he paid respects to Ozzy, expressing hope for his eternal peace, and gratitude for the impact he had on the world of rock music.

He posted, ‘Rest in Peace Ozzy,’ following the massive Black Sabbath farewell concert. It’s truly sad. In my view, they were pioneers of heavy metal music.

The director reminisced, “He was an incredibly kind individual always eager to bring joy through his persona.” He was truly iconic, and the music industry would be significantly different without him. Rest In Peace, Ozzy.

Alongside a video of Sharon and Billy Corgan, the band wrote, “We [heart] you too, Ozzy.”

Speaking for the band, lead guitarist Mike McCready shared his story of discovering Black Sabbath during his high school years.

 

He found “War Pigs” both chilling and captivating. It was Ozzy’s voice that transported him to a mysterious realm. An exhilarating exodus followed. When the album “Blizzard of Ozz” was released, he became an immediate fan. Thank you for your music, Ozzy – it enhances our journey through life.

Regarding his co-star from “Little Nicky”, the actor expressed, “Whether it was in our basements with siblings, in the woods with friends, in cars, at parties with kegs, on boats, at football practice, or during sleepovers, there was no one cooler to blast on our speakers than none other than the original prince of darkness – Ozzy Osbourne! We admired him greatly, just like everyone else did!

The Goonies star expressed how extraordinary and influential he was, stating he was like a thriving misfit to many, echoing the raw emotion within us all. He embodied circus, theater, love, loyalty, and the common man’s talent.

As a lifestyle connoisseur, I’m deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Ozzy Osbourne. Witnessing his heartwarming farewell performance at Back To The Beginning in Birmingham was truly a privilege, making his departure all the more poignant.

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2025-08-12 17:47