Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Police Officer William Coleman Cook

Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida

End of Watch Wednesday, May 16, 1979

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Reflections for Police Officer William Coleman Cook

Blunders baffle those who watch in amazement. Boldness, honor and bravery are best when humbly and humanely carried out. For Dade County's health and welfare there you were, Officer Cook, replete with courtesy and dignity exuding character and integrity. They make a servant more confident and able to motivate themselves better. To acclimate and to get along in this rampage of ruination takes special people sophisticated enough to stand the rigors and challenges. Commitment means a yearning to learn and to let those lessons penetrate the crevices of one's own brain. The devices were in place for unity, freedom and stability to jell your trust and fairness mattered most at the critical times, Officer Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

History records marvelous and boldly brave public servants honoring humanity with their versatility and unrelenting virtue. Your career, Officer Cook, of six years made you a veteran officer and yet it did make a difference whom you partnered with. The jobs were completed and handled as though you were a rookie even though you were not. You exercised authority in stressful moments and dignified the very words of honor and class to the highest degree of integrity. All important agents in this war over adversity. Dade County has still struggled from time to time with peace and pursuant to harmony your watches, Officer Cook, made evil take a second peak. Only the epitome of class, decency and desire poured into your labors of love. A job tailored to your distinct professionalism. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

Don't pontificate. March on in your travels where destiny shall take you. You were led to Dade County, Officer Cook, where some of your many split second decisions meant life or else. That day of May 16,1979, you delivered on your sacred affirmation with forethought and honor, it's only God instilling His dignity and integrity within your heart and soul. Very cherishing and very commendable of you in how you acted and went about your professional roles. Public service is not easy nor for the faint at heart. It exacts every ounce of energy that one has to continue moving out terror and replanting it with some satisfaction of safe passages for everyone. You can never go wrong staying the courses of truth and trust all accelerated by your esteem and bountiful boldness. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Always strive for visions of greatness,not old and antiquated wisdom.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

Keep pledging allegiance and sooner rather than later go things will happen. Serenity and unity don't just occur without some ramification. Dade County and its folks were well watched for a reason. And your vision unclouded and perseverance were the compliments to your unwavering and undying honesty, dignity and integrity fortified in your pursuits of evil and trails of peace and prosperity for all mankind. Keep those plateaus and plains leveled, Officer Cook and may your humane soul encourage us to do better in our lives , the ones you protected with all your passion. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

Preserve saves a community from an awful fate. Yet, everyday our destinies are in God's giant palms of love and mercy. Your life, Officer Cook, was predicated on doing His will as a faithful and devout gentleman of bravery and honor. No matter the circumstance Dade County was handled gently and tenderly by your outgoing smile and appealing character and resourcefulness. Never a day passes without remembering your stoic career and most humbly heroic life accentuated by loyalty and respect for your fellow man. Whatever God has in mind for His flock of ferocity your soul with keep the lights turned on more brighter than ever. Humility has humanity's front and back as you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

Your badge, Officer Cook, pristine and clear spelled out its reference. Dade County and its people knew what to expect for your honor, integrity and wholesome dignity that was utilized to fight off the affects of evil and its wickedness. We shall take heart as we take some consolation in a dear man, a gentleman of progression not regression restoring the much needed strength of character and convictions required to stop violence from occurring. You had the tools of tenacity and humanity ready at your disposal to use if needed. Sometimes talking make the bells ring louder than action. Your heroic actions on May 16,1979, Officer Cook, saved many lives from either certain death or loads of wanton ill will and destruction. Never forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

Dignified men and women cannot patch every hole. They must circulate and do the best job possible. Human beings make miscues and in police work attempting to correct and limit the errors plays a big part in containing violence. You spelled out your goals and dreams, Officer Cook and Dade County's care and esteem were always in your arms and heart. An angel with wings of protection honorably soaring higher each day. Never more perfection in God's houses of trust, truth and faith. Many a person travelled down those roads and many have gumption and humble acumen. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

Justice can be blind. But sometimes so can truth and trust not have any clear vision. A function of law enforcement is to police not just the areas, but also their own. Sometimes one cannot worry about feelings being hurt. You helped, Officer Cook, tear down those barriers of brazen and barbaric behavior. You acted in a rightful frame of mind at all times and for showing dignity, honor and integrity the ropes may your soul be heroically blessed and we know as does your family, that your revered soul is earning its keep for good work and for producing excellence in the field. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Character makes a heart grow stronger by leaps and bounds every moment.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

Never stoke the coals of provocation, it's the one thing not to do. Let all women and men worth their boldness and honor pursue liberties and tranquility on our behalf. You patrolled Dade County, Officer Cook, with reverence and the eyes of justice looking down upon your sacred trust and truth. Reality is a stark contrast to what bothers us. When evil fires the first salvo we must react swiftly and persuasively. Always well mannered and respected, Officer Cook, for consistent thoughtfulness and the civility for which sanity and gallantry can work hand in hand. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

Never take issue with a person's integrity and humble acumen. Because you see dignity and honesty taking a resourceful public servant way down those lines of resolve. Even when chaos and confusion breakout one must remain affixed on their central obligations as you did so well, Officer Cook, on Dade County's behalf. You saved, served and steered relief and unity back into the flow of civilization. Only the best of many heroes and heroines who have led and inspired his companions to do the very exact thing. We honor and salute humility and humanity for standing tall during terse times when terror looked to unleash its premeditated affects upon society. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

Your compassion and passion, Officer Cook, were like two life preservers being shown to the people to aid in rescuing all Dade County from unmistakeable trouble. One man causing a ruckus more than one could imagine and holding you and your peers at bay because of something not exactly working properly in his brain. But, you maintained integrity, dignity and honor throughout your ordeal and made us stand and salute real public servants heroically acting their part and providing character, conviction and commitment to pride and excellent service while wearing a uniform of bravery and resolve. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. One day at a time, though the years have marched on for your family and humble colleagues. All humanity needs is a little encouragement to kick start their day. You never motivating. You had your compass set in a proper course.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

Police work is not about showing off nor being frustrated if something does not go right. Instead, try and remain calm and collected, a little thinking may solve your problems. Dade County along with your unwavering participation, Officer Cook, offered and allowed peaceful journeys for its folks. They take your lead and back then others men and women brave and humble took their cues from your honor and integrity, the character of dignity during tense situations. Always saluted for humility and the deep regard for your soul of fruition. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The stars really do look brighter because of your treasured being lighting up a world sometimes cast in shadows of serious trouble.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

Unflappable. Unstoppable. Relentless. Never better commitment to honor and dignity, intense integrity, Officer Cook, that kept the streets and corners of Dade County safe. We enjoy our freedoms and they came at your sacrifice where heroes shine on with their heroism and humility forever in God's corners where courage and candor, charmand loyalty now walk that sacred post guarding those pearly gates of gallantry. Serenity and security maybe a bit less. You bridged those gaps with mettle and the goodwill Our Lord placed in your golden heart. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

Your family and the world were very fond of you, Officer Cook, they loved you, cared about you and understood why you wanted to join the police force. You dedicated your abilities to protecting and preserving the integrity of life so happiness, peace and serenity may carry on. Dade County and its citizens honor your dignity and memory every year, saluting and paying homage to a man of intuition and the inventions of classic excellent work. Demonstrating good morals, character and the commitment to make progress a resolve so that society can properly heal from those wounds that evil causes. A world and community lessened by your absence, Officer Cook, grief still overcomes those who suffer from your untimely loss. Humility and accountability were your staples during your career and life and now forever does Our King have those stored for safekeeping. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Devout and able to lead others through peril and who knows what?

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

With a gathering of grace, gallantry and morals, it's the all incomposing honor roll of heroism that sets God's kingdom apart. The men and women who gave their sweat, toil and effort to eradicate and vanquish violence shall be duly noted, saluted for dignity and integrity, remembered for their loved ones whom they left too soon. You guarded all Dade County, Officer Cook, with all your reserve and humanely loyal might. All straight from your caring heart of boldness and the authority to make solutions for harmony and unity a core part of your career and wonderful life. You'll be distinguished for having devotion and faith, common sense and wisdom that brings the very best of vision. Humanity stands and honors your humility, its charm and your passion. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 18, 2019

Whether animal or weather related honor and bravery mean the same. To a hero's clan, their plans were placed in Our Master's palms for tender loving and eternal safekeeping. Now and forever does Dade County so proudly honor you,Officer Cook, for esteem and loyal decency, that was your dignity and integrity parting the waywardness of wickedness and wanton mischief. Correct me if I 'm wrong, we honor your scruples, humility free and clear. No better wise man capable of leading his peers through all this disgrace. Desire that coats our land with a promise of joy, even in sorrow, Officer Cook, visions of tomorrow came about through your unselfish inspirations of intellect and that chord of perfect balance to see your life until completion. Such a shame with more left to fulfill. That's in your loving family's giant hands of grit and no quit as this was your motto you took to you rholy grave. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 17, 2019

The bottom of the barrel seems so narrow. Never a moment to despair, because there you were, Officer Cook, the answer to Dade County citizens' prayers. You took a bite out of crime with only the good intentions of ingenuity, integrity and respect. Honor, dignity so poignant and humane. Heroic and having humility, decency never too far. Good morals the fabric of character, commitment and transparency only as true as your trust. The truth of the serenity and safety yours to told to the future of law enforcement, its valiant men and women so refined and resolute. The good vibes of virtue and values so tender and sweet, Officer Cook, your good name is heaven's angel of acumen, not just a word, a measure of humble and loving pursuits that united all young and old their liberty never on hold. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 17, 2019

The hallowed halls of humanity house the impeccable heroism, humility and humbly loving esteem of our greatest women and men so dear to our hearts, their families sharing their God given talents and exploit sof effort and efficiency with all whoever lives. We reside in peace and safe havens for your missions of good will and honor, Officer Cook, that has benefited society all these decades. A courageous warrior, so serene and yet your authenticity in motivation and leadership skills, the making of sound and prudent character, it is paid homage today and forever. Sacrifice takes practice, lessons learned so near, Officer Cook, to family and friends you remain so dear. Wings of heroes, angels through and true, never more sadder, your loss so profound and tragic. Doldrums cause dismal times, just look up to the heavens at night, your bright and shiny soul of affection hearkens us back to your time. A watch made steady by sturdy performance and outstanding grit, it is gumption that is not a presumption. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Gallant and graceful, peaceful and crystal clear, God's divine rule makes those inclined to commit evil to rethink their courses. One trail paved , Our Lord took the best, a fine man such as yourself, Officer Cook, you'll only be held in high regard. Service and aiding, patching and dispatching, you were the answer on May 16,1979, your maturity was a testament to your due diligence fresh and unique, with God's blessings your soul is now eternally honored.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 17, 2019

The reflexes of resolve, logic and reason must be spot on. There can be no undermining nor detours in its lofty direction. Dade County persevered, Officer Cook, because of your honesty, integrity and blueprints of bravery, boldness and desires of dignity and wholesome character. Its peace and liberty all remain part of your humbled and most heroic legacy. Never a vacant moment of downtime as evil looked to sweep its way into our community. Your source of sacrifice and upholding what humanity asks of its heroes will be treasured for generations to come, Officer Cook. With bountiful blessings of pride and allegiance, we salute your memory and the vision of which stays imparted within our hearts and minds. Shrewd and sharp. Concentrated and admirable. You stay in your beloved family and soulful colleagues of pride and preservation forever. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Never by chance, Our Maker's power holds sway and truth to your honorable voyages of vigilance and virtue.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 17, 2019

Sticky and tenuous, that's evil's hold over humanity. Your prompt response, Officer Cook, put an end to a nasty man's terror and torment putting Dade County in the chains of callousness, no freedom left to behold. When integrity and honor are questioned, dignity must came to their aid. A truly humble and heroically blessed man of character, you were not afraid. Unwavering and undaunted in your tasks at hand, to dispel misery and mayhem, unselfish and true to your word. A bond of true brotherhood, the goodwill humane and bold. Humility left for Our Keeper to disperse among His anointed heroes and heroes so brave and strong. No word of decent, their wings surely tight and soaring high and near, the perfect world for a reflective pause for giving them salutes, resolve is quite clear. They will never see a man as strong and valiant as badge#1664, Officer Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 17, 2019

God's throng of helpers big and strong, all missed by their families for so long. The brave and bold, their honesty is to be retold. They toiled and sweated, perspired for a just cause, to eradicate terror from our midst. Humble and admired, cherished and resourceful. Never a better man, a true and trusted hero living in our community. Officer Cook, with integrity, wisdom and vision never clearer, it's a shame humanity does not get to ever see your smiling face anymore. As you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero, just let the number zero represent the number of violent crimes for your cornerstone was to properly secure and preserve the sanctity of life. A heroic angel forevermore. Truth and justice fairly displayed. Never a partition between yourself and mankind. The wicked will have their day of judgment, the pious their reward of eternity. Keep looking down on us, Officer Cook, one day there will be a final get together! Redemption will be complete.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 17, 2019

Here's a bit of advice for those stoic and humble who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Salute and pay homage to their valor, give honor and resolution to their heroic deeds. Their dignity and integrity live on in their families as their spirits rest on those wings of wonder. Dade County was led by you, Officer Cook and never a shadow of hesitation, a duly proper man of constraint and character who patrolled the streets where violence and evil still stay glued unfortunately to our hopes and dreams. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You satisfied mankind with humility and put up a gallant battle over a wicked adversary.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 17, 2019

An evil person's belligerence is never blessed. But, a righteous man's heart of honor and dignity is rewarded. God's saintly heavens are aglow with the masterful souls of angels, men and women alike who had the same dreams and goals, aspirations that only heroes and heroines of integrity and honor possess. Your inspirations, Officer Cook, lead Dade County through a tough time. Active surveillance and due diligence led to peace and happiness, prosperity and better perseverance. God fortifies the character of one who strives to serve Him faithfully and with loyalty of humble fashion. Today your humility and noble deeds, Officer Cook, rest in the heavenly palace where never a sound can be heard. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 17, 2019

Petty jealousy, baseless hatred and bloodshed of maniacal proportions can and usually does bring down society's primary honor, dignity and integrity. It's sometimes just one rogue and gutless coward who can disgrace humanity. In police work one rotten apple, a police officer going astray can tarnish the fine and outstanding work heroically of others. Sick. Your death, Officer Cook, left a hole in your loving family and brave cohorts who served Dade County with allegiance and acumen. awareness and resolve. This structure brought together the solid foundations of enhancement and so your character, humble and humane soul remains poignantly so honored forevermore. A collection of colossal courage,concern, caring and deep rooted consideration from your adored soul of vigilance and security. From a mature man's gallant heart we find the fight of a life time that spared your community worse problems than the circumstances at the time dictated. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Everything to live for dashed in a few seconds of terrible turmoil and unbearable torment.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 17, 2019

The zealous don't let up. If anything they keep applying their aptitude and fortitude in doing a grand job of serving and preserving our security and safety. Never letting up, you gave Dade County the very best years of your life and career,Officer Cook. A hero of the highest regard for values and vigilance all channeling themselves through your integrity, honesty and the attributes of dignity. Heroes and heroines give all their character and wisdom to upright a ship floundering on the border of capsizing. Never capitulating to violence your soul, Officer Cook, was filled with humility through esteem and the admiration of staying within the bounds of boldness and its everlasting conviction. Always saluted and so humbly honored for stoic actions that heroically aided and rescued the people and your peers from further mischief and distress. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 17, 2019

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