Obituary: Cox, Alvin D.

COX, Alvin D.
“Duke”

Passed away June 13, 2012 in Spokane, WA at the age of 81.

He was born and grew up in Palouse, WA.

He served as a Marine from 1952-1954.

He was blessed to have loved and enjoyed family and friends.

Duke enjoyed dancing, bowling, fishing, RVing and Buck Owens.

He is survived by his wife, Donna; daughters, Debbie (Doug), Penny (Marty); step-daughter, Ginny (Byron); step-son, Duane (Trish) and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

He had a hell of a good life and more fun than Carter has pills.

Duke, are you ready?

Yes!

Inurnment will take place on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at 3:00pm at Greenwood Memorial Terrace, 211 N. Government Way, Spokane, WA.

I am always with you
When I am gone, release me, let me go.
I have so many things to see and do,
You mustn’t tie yourself to me with too many tears,
But be thankful we had so many good years.
I gave you my love, and you can only guess
How much you’ve given me in happiness.
I thank you for the love that you have shown,
But now it is time I traveled on alone.
So grieve for me a while, if grieve you must
Then let your grief be comforted by trust
That it is only for a while that we must part,
So treasure the memories within your heart.
I won’t be far away for life goes on.
And if you need me, call and I will come.
Though you can’t see or touch me, I will be near
And if you listen with your heart,
you’ll hear all my love around you soft and clear
And then, when you come this way alone,
I’ll greet you with a smile and a “Welcome Home”.