Jack Ellsworth Osborne

January 7, 1921 - October 15, 2016

NORWAY- Jack E. Osborne age 95 of Norway, died Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Evergreen Assisted Living in Norway. He was born in Flint on January 7, 1921 the son of the late Ellsworth and Saraphine (Miller) Osborne. Jack graduated from Prescott High School in 1939 and received his degree from Cleary College. He served his country in the U.S. Marine Corp. during World War II and during his service he married Elaine Erspamer on February 28, 1942 in Flint, Michigan. She preceded him in death on May 8, 1983. Jack started working for several car dealerships and then for Chrysler in the 1950’s, he retired in 1976 and moved his family to Norway. Jack enjoyed the outdoors, gardening, fishing, and going to camp. He was an avid bowler and enjoyed playing cards. Most of all he enjoyed the company of his friends and family. He is survived by his son Mark (Julie) Osborne of Hancock; grandchildren Nolan (Melissa) Osborne, Sarah (Lowell) Ruonavaara, Josh (Kate) Osborne, Craig (Courtney) Osborne, Laina, Jack, Karen, Steven, Mary and Katie Osborne; 15 great grandchildren; sisters-in-law Lois Vielmetti and Dorothy Hasenburg; brother-in-law George (Grace) Erspamer; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Jack was preceded in death by his grandson Vic Osborne. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 21 from 10-11:00 a.m. at St. Barbara’s Church in Vulcan. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Barbara’s Church with Fr. Timothy Ekaitis presiding. Interment will be held at the Norway Township Cemetery.