Fans have been flocking to Ozzy’s childhood house in Aston since his death was announced
Message to Ozzy fans on the front window of his former house on Lodge Road, Aston(Image: Reporter)
The owner’s of Ozzy’s former Aston home have created a special email address so fans can send their tributes and memories.
Flowers and cards have been placed at the doorstep of the Black Sabbath’s frontman’s childhood terraced house, a stone’s throw from Aston Villa where he played his final concert just over a fortnight ago.
The owners of the Lodge Road home, the Zaman family have set up an email address so those making a pilgrimage can send their thoughts which they will preserve as part of the ‘Ozzy House Legacy Archive.’
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The sign read: “In loving memory of Ozzy Osbourne 14 Lodge Road, Birmingham – His former Home.
“Now: Ozzy House by The Zamans. As the world mourns the passing of a true legend, our family humbly recognises the responsibility of owning the house where part of Ozzy’s story began.
Message left to Ozzy fans on the front door of his former house in Lodge Road, Aston(Image: Reporter)
“To honour his memory with love and dignity, we have created a dedicated email address for fans to send their messages and memories: ozzyhousetribute@gmail.com”
Another A4 sheet with Ozzy’s face, and the autographed message ‘Keep Rockin No 14 Lodge Road, Many Thanks,’ is taped to the front bay window.
A few bouquets had been placed at the doorstep in Aston along with a balloon.
Meanwhile, a shrine is steadily building up at the Black Sabbath Bridge off Broad Street, the mural outside Grand Central has more tributes and a book of condolence has been opened in the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery.
One person who still lives on Lodge Road and remembers the legend, told BirminghamLive: “Ozzy was a bit of a recluse really.
“You would always hear him with the music because his upstairs window was always open.
“He knew a lot of the older people on the road, and in 1995, he just turned up and was knocking on everyone’s doors to say hello again.
“Growing up as a kid, I have memories of him because when we were playing games on the road outside, you could hear music from Ozzy’s bedroom.
“I’m quite sad really, it’s the only way I can describe it.”