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Brian Cowburn of Milton Street, Oswaldtwistle, passed away peacefully on Monday 23rd February 2026, aged 92 years.
During his working life Brian started out as an apprentice joiner at Pilkington’s, working for them for several years, then later for Shopfitters and lastly for Whatmore’s. He also worked as a retained fireman for many years at Oswaldtwistle Fire Station.
In his spare time and during his retirement he enjoyed walking, gardening, watching cricket and snooker and going on holiday, especially cruises. He was also a member for over 50 years of the Freemasons in the Albert Edward Lodge.
A dearly loved husband for 66 years of the late Amy, a much-loved father of Jacqueline, Alison and Adam, a treasured grandad of Laurie, Liam, Matthew, Leonna, Josh, Luke, Kimberley and the late Lian and Andrew and a loving great grandad to 10 great grandchildren. Brian will be very sadly missed by all his loving family and friends.
His funeral service will be held at 10.20am, on Friday 6th March 2026, at Accrington Crematorium.
Family flowers only please, with donations in memory of Brian being welcomed for Diabetes UK, further enquires please to Paul Barton of Barton & Hallworth Funeral Service, The Old Foxhill, 136-8 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle. BB5 3DR. Tel: 01254 390542.