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Marcum, Sandra Lee
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Obituary
Dennis Edmond Osburn, 88, of Huntington, WV passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2015, entering into peace and resting as he lies in death. Visitation will be at noon today at the Reger Funeral Chapel, followed by funeral services at 2 p.m. Burial will be at Mt. Vernon Cemetery in Wayne County. “Denny" was born June 11, 1927, in Wayne County, a son of the late Charles F. and Stella Berry Osburn. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 58 years, Betty L. Osburn; sisters Belva Sansom and Ellen Aglin; and brother Jennings Osburn. Known as Papaw to his grandchildren and great grandchildren ,he lived his life for Christ and it revolved around the work of the church. He was a member of the Church of Christ at Spring Valley and was one of the founding members at the Garrett's Creek Church of Christ congregation at Wayne. He leaves behind two sons, Dennis D. Osburn and Donald L. Osburn (Patricia). He is also survived by grandchildren Stacie Osburn, Lisa Osburn Majerik (Matthew), Michael Osburn (Rachel) and Karen Osburn Gambrell (Phillip); great grandchildren Tristan Boso, Halle Boso, Elisabeth Boso, Connor Osburn, Audrey Osburn, Mason Osburn Majerik and Nora Majerik ; brother Orvil Osburn; sisters Lena Drown, Vora Maynard, Mary Krajeski and Dixie Morrison; countless friends, family , brothers and sisters in Christ. Denny grew up in Wayne County, WV, where he loved spending time outdoors and gardening. Trips to the mountains were the highlight of many years with his wife, two sons and dear friends. Each November he would take his sons,and later, grandson along with their friend Norman Lucas, to the mountains for hunting. They looked forward to this trip together for many years. He retired from Connor's Steel, now known as Steel of WV, where he worked as a steelworker and blacksmith for over thirty years. He resided the last few years of his life at Riverview Manor, where he had many close friends that were like an extended family to him. They all looked after one another and celebrated many special occasions together. He was also a good friend of the owners and staff of Jim’s Steak and Spaghetti House.
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