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Howard Osborn Obituary
PAWNEE - Howard Lee Osborn, 66, of Pawnee died Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2007, at his home in Pawnee.
He was born Oct. 30, 1940, in Autoban, Ind., the son of George A. and Bernice Drollinger Osborn. He married Sharilyn K. Long on Feb. 25, 1962, in Patomac. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; two sisters; and a son, Howard Dewayne, in 1984.
He retired from Commonwealth Edison as a control operator in 1995 after 25 years of service. He attended the New City Community Church in New City, and was a member of IBEW Local 15.
Survivors include his wife, Sharilyn of Pawnee; a daughter, Letitia J. (husband, Paul) Petersen of Pawnee; three sisters, Evelyn B. Ledman of Rossville, Ind., Agnes (husband, Dennis) Seals of Hoopeston and Anna Bell Nichols of Danville; two brothers, John L. (wife, Jenny) Osborn of Patomac and Melvin Osborn of Danville; a granddaughter, Brittany N. Rose; a great-grandson, Dewayne M. Osborn-Rose; a stepgranddaughter, Loretta C. Petersen; a stepgrandson, Kevin M. Rose; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family will meet friends from 11 a.m. until time of services at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2007, at Curry Funeral Home in Pawnee, with the Rev. Jim Phillips officiating. Burial will be in Horse Creek Cemetery in Pawnee.
Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
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Michael(Hap) and Susie Dicks
September 19, 2007
We knew the Osborn from camping at Sangchris, we loved them as campground host and have missed seeing both of them. We were out of town the day of funeral and just wanted the family know we are thinking of them. Sorry for your loss.
Darren Reynolds
September 18, 2007
I first knew Howard as DeWayne's dad. DeWayne and I were close to the same age and were friends at school and church. DeWayne was taken from us at an early age. We mourned his loss. Our families have remained friends through the years. Howard and Sharilyn are such giving and caring people. They even made a special trip down to Arkansas to help us in a remodeling project taking place at the ministry where I work. What a blessing Howard has been to me and to my family. He will be missed. I pray that God will comfort Sharilyn, Letitia, and the other family members as they go through this difficult time.
Charles Osborn
September 15, 2007
The loss of Uncle Howard sets heavy on the hearts of our family. Uncle Howard was my Dad's (Charles William Osborn) youngest brother. Although not as close as we should have been we will miss Uncle Howard very much. Our condolences go out to all who grieve for this loss.
Robin Casson
September 14, 2007
To the Osborn Family,
I always called him Pops and that is how I will always remember him. He was always there to help anyone who needed it. A man who loved his family deeply and unconditionally. One who will always be remembered. He will always be your guardian angel. He will always be with you as long as you keep him in your heart and thoughts always. Pops will be deeply missed. Our prayers are with you at this time and our sincerely condolences go to you and yours. We love you all!
Robin, Brenna and JR
Ron Wright
September 14, 2007
To Sharilyn and Family; I worked with Howard all his years at Kincaid Station. ALWAYS found him to be HONEST and SINCERE about anything we discussed, whether it be home or work related. My condolences go to you and your family.
Don & Howard & Darren working together at Teen Challenge
Don & Joyce Reynolds
September 13, 2007
We are sad beyond words that our wonderful friend Howard is gone. We wonder if people really knew the friend that we knew, building houses with Don, volunteering at Teen Challenge in Northwest Arkansas where our son, Rev. Darren Reynolds, is the Administrative Director? We wonder if people knew that Howard was a gifted artist who did wonderful paintings on incredible surfaces, such as saws, etc.? We remember how devestated Howard and Sharilyn were when their only son, DeWayne, was tragically killed at such a young age and we grieved with them. DeWayne was one of Don's church bus kids. Now they are together in Heaven. Sharilyn, our prayers are with you and yours. We were privileged to know you both as our very good friends.
Don & Joyce Reynolds
September 13, 2007
We are sad beyond words that Howard is gone, and we wonder people really knew the great worker and friend we knew, building houses with Don, volunteering to help out at Teen Challenge in Northwest, Arkansas where our son is the Admistrative Director, Rev.Darren Reynolds. Did people know he was a gifted artist and woodcarver who did wonderful paintings on the most incredible surfaces, such as saws, etc.? We wish we could have said goodbye to our special friend..... Sharilyn, you and yours are in our prayers. We remember how heartbroken you both were when your son DeWayne was tragically killed at such a young age. Now they are together in Heaven. We are grateful and proud to have had both of you for our friends. Don & Joyce Reynolds
Leslie Clay
September 13, 2007
Letitia, Brittany, and Dewayne: My sincere condolences to each of you and your mom.
Steve Carey
September 13, 2007
To the Osborn Family:
We extend our condolences and prayers during this transitional period. We were priviledged to have Howard grace us with his presence, both personally and professionally. His friendship, as well as his work at Sangchris Lake State Park (along side Sharyln)will be remembered by all who came into contact with him. While we are saddened at this time, Howard is in now in his rightful place in God's house.
God Bless
Sangchris Lake State Park Staff
Steve, Diana, Ernie, Kenny, & Bill
Laura Randolph
September 13, 2007
To Sherilyn and family; Altho you may not recall , I remember you and your husbands' friendliness , when as a newcomer to Pawnee, your son and mine played baseball on the summer league.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Patrick Rose
September 13, 2007
Howard was a good man with a kind heart. I'm sure he loved each one of you in his own way.
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