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Jeffery Osborn

1963 - 2025

Jeffery Osborn obituary, 1963-2025

BORN

1963

DIED

2025

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Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory - Sandusky Chapel

1607 E. Perkins Avenue

Sandusky, Ohio

Jeffery Osborn Obituary

Jeffery Harrison Osborn

Nov 19, 1963 - Oct 9, 2025

Sandusky

Jeffery Harrison Osborn, 61, residing in Sandusky, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Stein Hospice after a lengthy illness.

Jeff was born on November 19, 1963, in Somers Point, New Jersey, to the late Arthur and Imogene (Stelle) Osborn.

A 1982 graduate of Margaretta High School, Jeff had a lifelong passion for cars and spent many years working as a mechanic at Riedy's Auto World. He was known for his mechanical skill, dedication, and love of all things automotive.

Outside of work, Jeff was an avid NASCAR fan and found great joy in family and in the companionship of his many beloved cats.

Jeff is survived by his wife, Ruby (Fields) Osborn, whom he married December 28, 1982; two daughters, Lisa Osborn and Catie Osborn, both of Sandusky; four siblings, Douglas (Gladys) Osborn of Norwalk, Mark (Jennifer) Osborn of South Bend, Indiana, Sherrie (Earl) Likes of Sandusky, and Teresa (Larry) Moore of Bellevue; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

At Jeff's request, there will be no funeral service. Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory in Sandusky is assisting family with arrangements.

Those wishing to contribute to Jeff's memory may do so to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870 or to Back to the Wild Inc., 4504 Bardshar Rd., Castalia, OH 4484.

Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Sandusky Register on Oct. 11, 2025.

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