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Francis Gerald "Jerry" Osborne
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82, of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at his home in Louisville.
He was a graduate of St. Xavier High School, an Air Force veteran, and father of six. He was a successful builder and real estate developer who volunteered his time with Anchorage theater and traveled extensively after retirement.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Walter and Clevie Marie Clements Osborne; his sister, Teresa Osborne; and brothers, Joseph, Matthew and Paul Osborne.
Jerry is survived by his former wife, Ruth Yunker Osborne; his brothers, Edward, John, and Cyril Osborne, and his sisters, Marie Higgins and Margaret Lucore; his children, Philip, Joan, Leo, Stewart and Rebecca Osborne and Sara Lucia; and his seven (soon to be eight) grandchildren.
To honor his request, Jerry's remains will be donated to the University of Louisville Medical School. A memorial celebration for family and friends will be held 12 noon Sunday, November 2, 2014 at KT's, 2300 Lexington Road, Louisville.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jerry's honor to Boys Haven in Louisville (boyshaven.org).
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November 3, 2014
Jerry leased property from me during the 80's and was always a great person to work with. I also knew Phil and Ruth and will remember you all in my prayers. Sincerly,SUZY WALSER
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David Bloom
November 2, 2014
Jerry is looking for the north star. Good by dear friend.
Jean Higgins-Strohbeck
November 1, 2014
Dearest Aunt Ruth, Philip, Joan, Leo, Stewart, Becca, and Sara~
My thoughts, hopes, and dreams are with you. It was with sadness that I received the news of Uncle Jerry's passing. I was so glad to have had the opportunity to see him and chat with him in late December 2013. What a classy, caring, and handsome man.
Condolences...all my best...
~Jean Higgins Strohbeck
Pacifica, CA
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