David E. Osborne
January 22, 1955 – April 29, 2021
The family is not planning any service at this time. Memorial contributions may be made to CARES, c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Age 66, passed away on Thursday evening, April 29, 2021. David was born in Paw Paw on January 22, 1955, the son of Arthur Earl and Mary Lou (Leversee) Osborne. David enjoyed garage sales and flea markets. He had worked for 20 years for Community AIDS Resources and Education Services as their Administrative Assistant. Preceded in death of both of his parents in 1995. David is survived by his sisters, Nancy (Jose’) Cardoza of Kalamazoo and Linda (Jerry) Rininger of Mattawan; his beloved feline friend, Fluffy; and countless friends.
I think I can say on behalf of everyone at CARES who knew and loved David that this old world has lost a LIGHT. David was the kind of person we need so badly now: unconditionally loving, non-judgmental, empathic, hard working, comical at no one’s expense, and a smile as big as his heart. I worked with David at CARES but my husband Ric knew and loved him too. How could you not if one passed through CARES’ doors to be greeted by his warmth and welcome. Ric and I have since moved away, but Ric ran into David about a year ago in Kalamazoo at a gas station amidst Covid. The two hugged and hugged. Our thoughts go out to his family and friends. You need to know that David will be remembered with a smile and a tear. He made a difference.
David, my heart is deeply saddened upon learning of your passing! What a joy and what an amazing man, friend, brother, and all around person! I worked with David at CARES for several years, working with him was always fun but we accomplished a lot and we had such a great time. David taught me a lot about CARES and the wonderful work we were doing and taught me how to be more free, the importance of enjoying life and doing what makes me happy! You will be missed and as our dear friend PJ said we love you and the world is worse without you! Our prayers go out to you family and friends every where.
So very sorry to hear of this passing! We had lost touch with David and I was surprised and sorry to hear this news. Patty sent me the obit but no one I am close to seems to know what happened. What I remember most about David was that he always had a smile and knew how to make the best out of any situation. His work at CARES was certainly exemplary and always appreciated by those who were in the community. The world has lost a very positive soul!