Donald Wayne Osbon

Donald Wayne Osbon obituary, Monroe, LA

Donald Wayne Osbon

Donald Osbon Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Griffin Funeral Home - West Monroe on Nov. 25, 2025.

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Donald Wayne Osbon, age 67, of West Monroe LA passed away unexpectedly on November 21,2025. He was born March 20, 1958. Donald retired from Bancroft Bags and spent his days enjoying listening to music hunting, fishing, and watching football. His family will hold onto the memories that brought laughter, comfort and moments of joy that were shared.
Donald was preceded in death by his wife, Susan D. Osbon, and his father, Billy R. Osbon. He is survived by his mother, Katherine Osbon; siblings, Bruce Osbon and David Osbon; and his stepchildren, Paul Osbon, Derek Osbon (Kim), and Melissa Osbon (Vic).
He was known as "Papaw" to his grandchildren, Brittany Wooden (Jake) and Lillian Osbon, and great- grandchildren, Jameson and Henry Wooden.
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