ALVIN JAMES COX age 77, of Solon, entered into rest Monday, June 17, 2013 at Andover Village. Beloved father of Karen Semancik; devoted grandfather of Alex Semancik; dear brother of Fred (Patricia) Cox; Longtime companion of Jean Spangler. Preceded in death by his parents Fred and Gladys (nee Murton) Cox and his sister Audrey Triplett. Family will receive friends THURSDAY JUNE 20, 2013 FROM 10:00 AM UNTIL THE TIME OF FUNERAL SERVICES AT 11:30 AM AT THE BLESSING FUNERAL HOME, 8592 DARROW RD. (ONE HALF MILE S. OF I-480 RT.91 EXIT). Interment Crown Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family is suggesting donations to Hospice of the Western Reserve Development Office, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110 or to any animal rescue organization in honor of the deceased.