Birth date: Jan 12, 1976 Death date: Nov 25, 2016
Chad Jason Osborn, age 40, passed away unexpectedly November 25, 2016 in Grand Rapids, MI. He was born January 12, 1976 in Muskegon to Michael and Wanda (Juusola) Osborn. Chad attended Mona Shores schools and Baker College here in Read Obituary
Chad will be remembered by many-We especially will remember him at the Marian Shrine with prayers and thoughts for his entire family and friends too May he rest in the peace of God Claude kennedy
Chad was a gentle soul..he had a good heart, great sense of humor and an adventurous desire that inspired him to try new things. Life was not easy for him, after his accident, yet he still put himself out there. He engaged himself in exploring music, he enjoyed nature and he did not let his condition stop him. It is with a heavy heart that we have to say goodbye...but we will see you again my friend. You were loved by many...
Our Best Wishes, Prayers & Love Always~
Marilee & Dale Beck
Matthew 25:40
"The King will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.”
It is with heavy heart that I say goodbye to Chad. Having married into the family as Mike's wife, I never got the opportunity to know Chad when he was walking and skateboarding during his early years, but I’ve heard about them from Mike.
What I will share are sentiments about the Chad I knew. I loved him very much. When I first laid eyes on Chad, he was familiar. He looked like, had the same mannerisms, spoke like, even had the same voice and had the same kind soul and generosity my husband (his older brother) has.
We hit it off as if we were old friends and were certainly kindred spirits, which I really lucked out with because Chad was stuck with us the most of all the brothers and sisters. We had the same Mom’s side and Dad’s side family events.
Music, family, kids, animals, friends and humor were his joy. He was passionate about music; listening to it and making it. He was non-assuming, fun to be around, didn’t have high expectations of others, simply seeking true friendships and community.
I remember our conversations about him enjoying working with and helping others at the Red Cross. He loved his family very much and was appreciative of the love he received from them.
When each of his nephews Sam and Ben were born and met Chad, that “familiarity” was evident. It was like they each were saying (if they could speak) “Hey, I know you- you are like my dad”. Their relationship was always precious. Chad had love for and was very patient with them. He’d get down to their level and speak to them and they’d have great conversations! They’d be sitting on his lap, riding his wheel chair and tugging on him like nephews do.
I thought we’d have more time together, that the next chapter was that he was going to find the peace he was seeking in his “forty-something” years. I pictured we’d hang out with him at every Freye and every Osborn get together, that we’d hang out a few weeks during summers with us in Milwaukee and we’d do family trips together and he’d advise the boys and our dog wouldn’t ever leave his side.
I can’t pretend to imagine what the pain is like for those who knew Chad his entire life when it hurts this much for one whom only knew him a portion. My deepest condolences to each and everyone of you.
I know that Chad is at peace in heaven and take solace in that. Rest in peace, Chad. You were absolutely loved wholeheartedly.
Love,
Kristie
