Charlton: James B. Osborn, Sr., 78, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 1st, in the Lutheran Rehab and Skilled Care Center, Worcester, after a long illness.

His wife of 55 years, Maria (Belanger) Osborn, passed away this past June 20th.  He leaves his son, James B. Osborn, Jr. of Dudley; his three daughters, Valerie M. Osborn of Charlton, Victoria J. Boucher and her husband Jason of West Wareham and Vanessa H. George and her husband Matthew of Spencer; and his six grandchildren, William Boucher, Joseph Boucher, Cameron George, Samuel George, Kaylee George and Hannah George.  He was predeceased by his brother, Dick Douglas.  James was born in Salt Lake City, UT, the son of the late Howard and Arleen (Stegenga) Osborn.  His father worked as an engineer on the Panama Canal and James grew up in Panama before moving back to Charlton in his high school years.  He was a graduate of the former Charlton High School.  James was a US Marine Veteran of the Vietnam War.

James was a mail handler for the US Postal Service at the Worcester Post Office for over 20 years, retiring many years ago.  In his younger years he enjoyed playing basketball and played for Charlton High School.  He was an avid fan of all of the New England sports teams.

James was known for his sense of humor.  Most important to James was his strong Christian faith and his family.

His funeral service will be held on Monday, August 11th, at 11:00am in the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge.  Burial will follow in West Ridge Cemetery, Charlton.  There are no calling hours.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Disabled American Veterans online at www.dav.org