Ozzy Osbourne, who died on July 22 at age 76, will be honored by his family with a funeral befitting the star’s infectious spirit, a source tells PEOPLE in this week’s cover story.

Musician Ozzy Osbourne, known for being the legendary singer of Black Sabbath and the “Prince of Darkness,” has sadly passed away at the age of 76, mere weeks after his farewell show. This was quickly confirmed when his family shared a statement,

Ozzy Osbourne's family confirmed his death on X, formerly known as Twitter, in a heartfelt statement after the singer died at 76 years old 17 days after his final gig.

Osbourne said he didn't want his funeral to be a "mope-fest," adding that he would like some pranks, such as the sound of knocking inside the coffin.

Those who adored Ozzy Osbourne will have a chance to pay homage to the legendary rock legend before he's laid to rest by close friends and family in a “small, private funeral."

The source tells PEOPLE that Sharon has found "a lot of comfort" from the "family time" they spent together before his death on July 22

Ozzy Osbourne's family have been "sickened" by rumors that have emerged since his death, with claims that the Black Sabbath icon took his own life

Osbourne’s passing was confirmed by his family on July 22. In a public statement, the Osbourne family shared that he died surrounded by loved ones after a prolonged battle with Parkinson’s disease. They also requested privacy during this time of mourning.