Ian Coffey
Funeral Service
Time: 12.20pm
Date: Thursday 12th February 2026
Service Details:
The cortege will leave Ian's home before the Funeral service at Accrington Crematorium, Burnley Road, Accrington. BB5 6HA
Memorial Book
On 23rd January 2026 in the Royal Blackburn Hospital Ian passed away with his wife and daughters by his side, aged 69 years. Ian was a proud Accrington Lad, born and bred and a dedicated family man. He was a loving husband of 46 years to Carol, a devoted Dad, Brother, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Father-in-Law, Brother-in-Law and much loved relative and friend to many.
Ian was an avid enthusiast of athletics serving as Chairman of the Hyndburn Athletics Club for several years and would enjoy coaching his daughters as well as officiating competitions and even competing himself, before following his youngest daughter in the local amateur dramatics society where he would turn his skills to assisting with backstage roles from creating backdrops for scenery to his love of managing the props team. A hard working man his whole life he loved to help others resulting in his last career as a Driver Attendant for the Accessible Transport Team with Lancashire County Council, supporting both children with special needs and vulnerable adults, transporting them to school or day services. Always keen to try new things, Ian enjoyed eating out at various restaurants, travelling to new places and trips to the theatre, with Les Miserables being a particular favourite.
A caring husband and beloved family man he will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Family flowers only please. Donations are to Guts UK via the link in support of Ian’s oldest daughter, Shelley running the Great North Run 2026 in Ian’s memory.
Worked with ian and carol for a good few years, I’ll miss our chats about the weekends football and having a cheeky couple in whetherspoons with you after work on a Saturday. And always made time to stop and wave at my little lad as you past him in your bus. R.I.P IAN true gentleman!
You were one of the best Ian. You were the best friend and colleague I have ever known. Honest and a great listener. You are very much missed. RIP Ian. Miss you. xx
Christine.
Goodnight god bless uncle Ian. 💙💙
Ian, a lovely kind man with a big heart!
Really going to miss your wise words and continued support.
Will always be remembered with fondness.
Sending love to all Ians family xx
Rip Ian condolences to your family and thank you for your words of wisdom and advice whilst shadowing on your travelcare bus. You are going to be sadly missed. Thinking of your family at this sad time Darren xx
Top Guy!!💙 Was a great guy, working with him was just the best… will be sadly missed 💙 we had such fun together, our love of Christmas 🎄 and Kevin and Katy the carrots ( Aldi ) Sending all my love to his family.. He will never be forgotten 💘 xxxxxxxxx💙
So sorry for your loss Carol – we enjoyed working with Ian and Emma in Blackburn Musical Theatre company shows
RIP
Sue and Gary Worthy
Heartfelt condolences to Carol and Family, I met Ian at Hyndburn Athletics Club when my son Aaron was an athlete there , I coached with him and competed with him in the Northern Men’s , although I have only seen him a few times in the last few years it was always a pleasure and fun to chat with him . RIP IAN.
Ian was a lovely man,so sorry gor the families loss a true gent xx
Always looked forward to seeing Ian made my day . Known Carol & Ian and Ian’s special sister Eileen 💕💕a very long time. Ian would be bloody saying she’s on holiday again cant even make my funeral. Gutted i wont be there but i certainly will be having a drink to him next week . Gone but never forgotten Xxx
Always looked forward to seeing Ian made my day . Known Carol & Ian and Ian’s special sister Eileen 💕💕a very long time. Ian would be bloody saying she’s on holiday again cant even make my funeral. Gutted i wont be there but i certainly will be having a drink to him next week . Gone but never forgotten Xxx
Ian was one of the nicest men i ever had the pleasure of knowing. Nothing was ever to much trouble and he would go out of his way to help you. He will be very much missed but never ever forgotten.
My sincere condolences to carol and all the family. Ian was a true gentleman and I had many a good time working backstage with Ian in local am dram . He was always willing to help and we had a great laugh whenever our paths crossed in am dram . R I p Ian coffey
Ian was a tremendous guy to know. My brother Ian and I worked backstage on many a theatrical production with him. We were never short of a laugh or two when Ian was around. He was one of those people you could rely on to do what was needed when it was needed. I will miss him alot. Thanks for the memories Ian
One of life’s true gents, you will be truly missed by everyone that knew you , good night , god bless Ian , was an honour to work with you and as a good friend , many a laugh we had over the years .Deep condolences to Carol and family X