Bernard "Bernie" Cox Obituary (1955

Bernard J. Cox, Sr, affectionately known as Bernie to family and friends. Suddenly passed away on October 9,2023 at the Methodist Hospital, with his family by his side. Born on December 31,1955 to the late Harry, Sr and Elizabeth (nee: Gerber) Cox and has been a lifelong resident of South Philadelphia. For many years, Bernie worked for Local 1291 on the waterfront as a stevedore. He was a graduate of Sacred Heart of Jesus School and Bishop Neumann High School, Class of 1974. He loved his family and was so very proud of the accomplishments of his grandchildren. Playing his guitar and listening to music was his favorite past time and the Beetles were especially his favorite. Bernie was an original founding member of the Froggy Carr NYB and an avid Philadelphia sports fan who loved the Flyers most. Loving husband to Margie (nee: Thompson) Cox and beloved father to Bernie Cox Jr. and Beanie (Butchie) Grandelli. Proud Poppy of Gregory, Gaetan, Julian, Brooklyn Grandelli and had great pride in becoming a soon to be great grandpop this January. Brother to Ruthanne, Jeanie, Phil and the late Harry Jr and Johnny. Sadly, he will also be missed by his nieces, nephews, cousins, and good friends. Relatives and friends are invited to his visitation Sunday evening from 7-9pm and again on Monday morning from 8-10:10am at the Murphy Ruffenach Brian W Donnelly Funeral Home, 3rd & Wolf Sts. Funeral Mass 10:30am at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. Burial private. Memorial donations in his memory can be made to the Katie Kirlin Fund, 229 Wolf St. Phila., PA 19148 Cemetery Burial will be private PAUS Visitation for Relatives and friends Sunday, October 15, 2023 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home, PC. 2237-41 South Third St. Philadelphia PA 19148 US (215) 334-1578 Visitation for Relatives and friends Monday, October 16, 2023 8:00 AM - 10:10 AM Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home, PC. 2237-41 South Third St. Philadelphia PA 19148 US (215) 334-1578 Funeral Mass Monday, October 16, 2023 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church 2317 S. 3rd St. Phila PA 19148 US Funeral Home Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home 2239 S 3rd St Philadelphia PA - 19148 US 215-334-1578