Heaven waited until Gene was ready. Gene Osborn passed away at 9:15pm 11-09-2011 RIP

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Gene Osborn of Center Cross Metal Works was just 51 years old when he went "HOME" as he wanted.

Gene's wife Mellenie called me today and told me that Gene had taken a turn for the worst and that I needed to come and see him. I left right away and went to see Gene. Gene was unresponsive when I got there but it was obvious he knew I was there. He passed peacefully with a house full of people that loved him. He had his wife, siblings, many, many kids, a couple grand kids, some really good friends and his dog was laying on the bed at his feet. He did not struggle, he knew where he was going and was looking forward to the journey.

When Gene found out he was ill he wanted to get things in order before his time came. He had a list of things he wanted to do before making his final journey. He worked hard and completed his entire list just a couple days before he passed.

Gene's entire family would like to thank all of the people that knew Gene for being his friend, praying for him and wishing him well in his new home.

Attached is a poem I gave to Mellenie that will be placed next to him during his services.

Thank you all,

Bob Warner

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I can't believe he's gone, I didn't even know he was ill. I last spoke to him at the Blade show and I always look forward to seeing him there.

I'll pray for his family, I know I'll see him again but I'm going to miss visiting with him on the dock at the blade show.

Thanks for the info Bob
 
Really sorry to hear that, although I didn't know Gene personally I think its great he had the chance to make his final farewell list..

Prayers for his immediate family and all that knew him..
 
He was a great guy.I met him at gun shows back in the 70's.He was a great knifemaker always willing to share his knowledge and techniques.And so much more.RIP Gene.The world is a better place because you were here.Prayers sent for his family and friends.
 
Here is a message from Gene's wife about the arrangements.

Funeral for Gene
Lucas Funeral Home
1321 Precinct Line Rd
Hurst, TX 76053
Viewing is Friday from 6:00 - 8:00pm
Service is Saturday at 11:00am
Gene requested that no cut flowers be sent, only live rooted plants.

Bless you,
Mellanie
 
Very sad to hear, especially at just 51 years old. Glad to hear he went peacefully with his family by his side.
 
Just returned from Gene's funeral. Nice funeral and reception. Saw some old friends, made some new ones and said goodbye one last time.

Bob
 
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