Philip Robert Cox

Peacefully in hospital on 8th July 2024, Philip aged 86 years of Accrington. The devoted and much loved husband of Helen, loved step-dad of Graeme, Ian and Stephen, dear father-in-law of Cathy, Lindsay and Samantha, cherished grandad of James, Amy, Joe, Tom, Liam and Jessica, great-grandad of Ellie, Harry and Olivia, dear brother-in-law of Jeff and a respected relative and friend to many.

Born in Wolverhampton, Philip spent his school years living at the local orphanage and at the age of 18 he signed up to complete his National Service with the Army and continued as a regular soldier serving for a further three years. Philip always remained proud of his service and each Remembrance Day he would proudly wear his medals and those of his late father and brother. Following his move to Lancashire, Philip trained as a teacher and embarked on his new career teaching at Peel Park School before making the move to Huncoat Primary where he remained for many years. He was the most devoted teacher and was highly respected by all those who were fortunate to be taught by him, he also ran the school football team, always encouraging everyone to be their best. Philip loved to travel and over the years he visited many countries across several continents and wherever he went he would always venture off the beaten track to sample the true culture and enjoy the surrounding environment. Following a visit to Nepal, Philip along with his beloved wife Helen began volunteering their time to a local school, Shree Shwet Ganesh and returned several times becoming active fundraisers for the school, raising much needed funds. Philip adored his family and he took Helen’s three boys under his wing, treating them as his own, he was the most proud grandad and loved nothing more than the whole family getting together to enjoy a holiday and he always looked forward to visits to the family holiday home in Scotland when he would delight in some rest and relaxation whilst enjoying a glass of his favourite red or one of his special single malts.

If you are attending Philip’s funeral service, please wear something bright to reflect his personality and the wonderful and colourful life he has lived.

Family flowers only please, donations are being gratefully received in memory of Philip on behalf of Alzheimer’s Research Uk & Shree Shwet Ganesh, Nepal. To make a donation to Shree Shwet Ganesh, Nepal please make your cheques payable to Mr G Blackburn or place cash in an envelope and hand to the funeral directors. For donations to Alzheimer’s Research Uk, cheques can be made payable to them directly or you can make a donation by clicking the ‘Make A Donation’ button at the bottom of this page.

Please feel free to leave a message for Philip’s online memorial book by completing the form below.

 

Marcella woodcock ( nee cirino)

Mr Cox taught me at Huncoat school and was a true legend. Always remembered.

 

Sara Evans

He was my favourite teacher of all time. I will miss our chats when I see you.

 

Michelle wells

I’m so very very sorry for your loss  I’m totally  heartbroken at the moment  💔

 

Kelly Fletcher nee Fenton

Mr Cox will never be forgotten. The best teacher! My thoughts are with you all x

 

Ann-Marie Wannop (Hart)

So sorry to hear about the passing of the legend that was Mr Cox.

 

Julia

I remember Mr Cox from Huncoat school. I remember him walking around the class.

 

Emma Seymour (nee Holden)

He really was the best teacher there ever was! A legend to many! Thank You x

 

Jacqueline Naughton

My deepest sympathy to all the family. My favourite teacher at school  x

 

Donna Townsend

Lovely memories of a wonderful man .. Rip

 

Anne Marie Kennedy

A true Gentleman  Awesome  teacher

 

Zoe Jones was Abraham

So sorry for your loss Mr Cox taught me at huncoat school he was a legend RIPxxx

 

Linda colling

He was more than a Teacher are a friend.

 

Fiona milliken

Mr Cox was an amazing teacher I have great memories of him from Huncoat RIP X

 

Alison Gardner

wish there was more space to write how amazing a teacher & human being he was.

 

Phil Chesko

Can only echo what has already been said. He was a great teacher and lovely man

 

Haslingden Concert Band

Everyone here at the band are so sorry for your loss 💔 he was a legend xx

 

Endra Manandhar

Philip has always been one of the best motivators I’ve ever met..love from Nepal

 

John and Katie Hart

R.I.P. MR COX  he was a well respected teacher of so many pupils over the years

 

Gaynor Taylor (née McNamara)

The BEST teacher I ever had! Sending love & best wishes from all the McNamara’s

 

Jason Gregory

RIP Mr Cox A wonderful Teacher and Man.

 

Denise Townsend

Mr Cox was the most wonderful teacher. Such a sad loss x

 

Peter Cottam and family.

A sad loss as a neighbour we had many a conversation putting the world to right.

 

Peter and Sally Cottam

A sad loss.

 

Mark Scott

I was notified of the passing of Mr Cox by my Aunt yesterday….and did some searching coming across this page…was taught by Mr Cox from around 1982 until I left to attend Moor Head…I remember Mr Cox very fondly in my time at Huncoat he was an amazing teacher a very patient gentle giant (remember him being tall)…also have memories of his Burgandy Volvo 740….as it was so distinctive.