Susie Darlene Osborne

Susie Darlene Osborne, age 76, of Athens, West Virginia, gained her heavenly reward Sunday, October 11, 2026 in her home surrounded by the love of her family. She was born June 7, 1950 in Iaeger, West Virginia. She was known to many as Darlene. She was the daughter of the late Elmer and Marie Cassidy. She was proceeded in death by her husband of 46 years, Jack Osborne; granddaughter, Amy Hazelwood; sisters, Norma Dylan and husband, Jackie Dylan and Judy Hale; brother-in-law, Ed Osborne, that she thought of as a brother. 

Those left to cherish her memories are, her daughters, Alice and husband, Dan Jones, who she resided with and spoiled her greatly, and Rebecca and husband, Raymond Hazelwood; grandchildren Cassie Jones and partner, DeQuan Hurt, Kala and husband, Josh Morgan, Tim and wife, Amber Jones, Nathan and wife, Felicia Jones; great-grandchildren, Matthew, Mia, Serenity, Rebeca, Katie, Alley, Raven, Chloe, Kaysen, Nevaeh, Faith, Isaiah, Sammy, Grace, and honorary great-grandchildren, Angel and Lucas; sisters Phyllis and husband, Larry Brooke, Iva and Chris Rarik; sister-in-law's, Kay Osborne and Liv Clevenger, Myrtle Osborne, Bonnie and husband, Mike Reynolds; and many nieces and nephews. 

Darlene was known for her love and her deep faith. She was saved at the age of 16. She began preaching in the '80s. Her ministry touched many lives from children to adults. She was known for her Christmas programs and her way of teaching children about Jesus. She had a radio ministry for several years called Miracle Deliverance Hour, Encouraging others to spread the gospel with love, compassion, and understanding. She not only preached the gospel, but she lived it daily. Leaving behind a legacy to all who knew her in hopes of one day reuniting with them in heaven.

Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 PM Monday, October 19, 2026 at Cravens-Shires Funeral Home with Pastor Charlie Drake officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park where friends and family will serve as pallbearers.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 PM on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at the funeral home.

Cravens-Shires Funeral Home is serving the Osborne family.