Paul Cooling 1964 – 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Paul Cooling, Coolings Nurseries Ltd. Paul recently suffered a massive stroke and lost his fight on the 29th December, with family and friends present.
Paul has been a larger-than-life character in the UK horticulture industry, often present at many trade functions usually sporting his trademark waistcoats and bow ties. In particular he was significantly involved with the GCA and in 2022 held the office of Vice President of the IGCA.
Earlier this year Paul had the foresight to set up Coolings Nurseries Ltd (now four centres) as an Employee Ownership Trust under the stewardship of Chairman Gary Carvosso and the Board of Trustees. Gary said “this is a devastating blow, Paul gave so much to Coolings and the Industry. Both have benefited from Paul’s insight and involvement”.
The Family have set up a special email address for Paul and hope that friends and colleagues from the industry will use this to send thoughts, memories and tales involving Paul, along with any messages of support for the family at this difficult time. pauls.message.log@gmail.com
Funeral details are to follow.
Comment from GTN: Larger than life and a true force for good within the garden industry we can not belive Paul has gone. What a shock it was to hear the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with Carol, the family and Paul's close friends along with all involved at Coolings Nurseries Ltd.
