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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

Remember those who passed, celebrate their lives of valor and dignity while they were sacrificing their honor and integrity for the peace and safety of their communities. Dade County was made safer those a little less since your untimely passing. It was not just a passing as you were killed in the line of duty while struggling to get a troubled young man to cease and surrender while he was ordered to do so. Take your morals and scruples and place them together with your resolve and resiliency, Officer Cook and it's plain to view why you were so humble, heroic and accomplished for your years beyond the crowd. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Character and humanity are the reasons why our heroes and heroines possessed humility and the sanity to dispense justice, truth and trust to mankind.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 5, 2018

Great leaders have those eyes of effort, efficiency and energy trained on their tasks and particularly ones that focus on removing violence from our midst. Your career and life, Officer Cook, was the complete and unselfish package of honor dignity, integrity and dignity in dedicating yourself to protecting the welfare of all Dade County residents. You were supremely heroic and humane in all your character, consideration and the decency that your professional position called for. Saluted and honored for having the ambition to carry your humility and stoic reverence with total sanctity. Those streets were made safer by your unassuming presence and gratitude for having a job you always dreamed of becoming. Brave. Concerned and resolute. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 5, 2018

Safety is a trait not to be taken lightly. It's gentle process in procuring peace and togetherness for all mankind. We are miss you, Officer Cook, your mother, Mrs. Julia Cook, your beloved sister, Nancy and your beloved wife, Karen. You were that breath of fresh air who dedicated his life, integrity and continuity to Dade County to reel in resolve and some quiet times for all. Mankind honors you, Officer Cook, it pays humble and heroic homage to your pursuits in life. Humanity and humility run side by side in this never ceasing battle over wickedness. You have to dig in and dig deep down for the outcomes that are desired in this terrible outrage of violence. You were a very heroic and gentle soul, Officer Cook. Now as an angelic hero may you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Division only tears at the heart of mankind. We need reliable public servants whose determination matches the parameters for defeating this cruelest of foes.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 4, 2018

Walking humbly in God's ways, you were a very devout and stoic man, Officer Cook. Dade County's prospects for quiet and unity were on the way up and it was a devastating day when your young soul of tranquility was taken from your loved ones and police peers. If dignity, honesty and integrity could bring you back today no doubt your loved ones would be very grateful. You paid the ultimate price for freedom and the transmissions of your messages of goodwill and appreciation. You were a Godsend to your parents and sister, your beloved wife, Karen and everything you did was for the sake of God's glory. Building relationships take time, it's not an overnight project and for twenty-five years of accomplished journeys may your name and humility be blessed over and over. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 4, 2018

Responsibility means taking onus. Onus can be a times a giant burden and for your devotion to duty, Officer Cook, Dade County was always in sterling and stellar hands. Police officers have plenty to tackle on their plates of wisdom and dignity on an everyday basis. Violence only adds fuel to those fires of perversion and upsets the apple carts of what we desire in security and in safe travels. You attacked problems and circumstances head on, Officer Cook, never letting up on your undying and unwavering mettle. Since you were born and raised with manners, courtesy and politeness it's easy to view as to why you were an accomplished young man of the highest integrity, honesty and dignity, all from the character and its convictions. Humanity remembers your life and career of durability and virtue, Officer Cook. You were a gentleman and a gracious warrior who is missed very much. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 4, 2018

Blaming others for mistakes we make is just wrong. Your humble and humanely heroic actions of May 16, 1979 and everyday, Officer Cook, paid dividends for the citizens of Dade County. A man of steadfast faith, resolve and the gumption to gallantly go out and save lives and deliver the much needed peace and serenity we all crave. Your character and commitment, Officer Cook, shall be saluted for generations and it's humanity and your family that suffered over your tragic loss. Humility, civility and sanctity now rest gently within Our Lord's arms of compassion and mercy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Involvement means enhancing society in one shape or another.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 4, 2018

Cold feet won't be able to deal with a myriad of issues that all men and women of honor and intellect must handle on a daily basis. Your skills and refined character, Officer Cook, made us living here in Dade County safer and more sound. Legends are born from humble starts and your integrity, dignity and vitality was of heroic humility. You can be sure that your soul and its beautiful memory will be so cherished and saluted for aiding and rescuing those comrades and civilians in trouble that day. Badge#1664 built many friendships and your loving esteem, peace and goodwill has been greatly missed. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 4, 2018

With grease lightning did you and your partner that fateful day, Officer Cook, race to that domestic scene in Liberty City. Scott Lincoln was a very fortunate man not to be hurt. In fact besides Detective Blocker neither man was hurt. Your soul, Officer Cook, protective and serene was called and taken heroically to those pearly gates to meet your father, Charles, may he too rest in peace. Gallant and dignified. Honorable and full of loyal integrity that graced Dade County for six years of wonderful commitment. All the scruples and capabilities that enhanced humanity's future. The God earned talent was right there always a humble and able bodied individual. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 3, 2018

Whether young or old when a beloved soul of honor and humility is taken to heaven to answer for their deeds, the overwhelming majority can surely answer with a firm yes we did our jobs. Affirmative we comported ourselves with ethics and decency. Yes, we displayed and demonstrated competence, courage and of course humble integrity and dignity all central in a day's effort. The people of Dade County got great service. Excellent and humanely loyal performances while you, Officer Cook, were doing your part in calming and easing the tensions that existed back in the day. Conviction is not a rash decision. Commitment tales faith and humility to handle and to acquaint oneself of the responsibilities that go with the territory. Everyone knew you, Officer Cook, Badge#1664 and a uniform donned crisply and proudly. Now you are forever a hero whose legacy stands among those who persevered. The proficient and those whom seldom made mistakes or gaffes that cost human life. True accountability, durability and a trusting versatility to treat violence and evil and replace it with understanding and justice for all mankind. Peace, health and the ingenuity of a marvelous gentleman, gallant and graceful in all your endeavors, journeys, missions and destinies. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 3, 2018

The designs of dignity and integrity form the frame of ferocity and the humble esteem that honor places upon those souls who strive to drive terror and ruin from their communities. You were an instrumental man, Officer Cook, pleasant and refined who worked tirelessly to save and protect our harmony and the taciturn times that come with it. Building foundations through character takes time for humanity to warm up and to receive its loving embraces from such adored people. Dade County was heroically under your guidance and acumen so much so that your civility and sanity in bringing these changes together has been humanely honored and will forever be solemnly recognized. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 3, 2018

Nothing like pleasant dreams. You can continue having the best of everything now that you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero, Officer Cook, in God's most perfect world. Nothing will harm you forever. You saved and rescued Dade County and its residents for an abundance of real tragedy. That sunny and hot day you gave your life, Officer Cook, honor, bravery, resiliency, dignity and integrity were being battle tested and you passed every exam with flying colors. because of your unselfish and undying heroic actions may your soul be blessed with numerous salutes of wisdom, maturity and the vision that makes vigilance stand and take notice. You were one valiant servant, Officer Cook, never to be forgotten.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 3, 2018

Take care of courtesy and concern and take charge of your emotions and it will make for a better outcome. Nothing in police work can be predicted as there are no crystal balls. There was your shining presence and stellar image out on the streets of Dade County, preserving, protecting and persevering. Never a doubt you would grow to become a great man and you became a humble hero who helped to dispose of destruction and ruination in a community where you grew up and lived for most of your life. Honesty, dignity and integrity are planted within one's gentle soul of affection and the faithfulness which was crafted humbly by Our Creator. Foundations of ferocity well though out and you continue to be honored as a legend whose purpose was to serve us and provide some sense of character and unity for all mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 3, 2018

Never blinded by bias only your boldness and unwavering bravery would light up a room. There was sure plenty of preserve and resolve flowing in your bloodstream, Officer Cook. Sure as your honor and humility, dignity and desire, integrity and intelligence as they all went into the equations of solving crimes. Violence and terror leaves a trail of hate and whatever else it can leave that can give any stoic and sane public servant that proverbial run for their money. You controlled Dade County, Officer Cook and delivered everything peace and goodwill to last a lifetime. Great character. Commitment to excellence through devotion and morals that will surely be honored. Heroic and humane decent and direct. Humanity had your truth and trust, Officer Cook, then and now always fruitfully hovering above us. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 3, 2018

All too short of a determined life of grit, gallantry and heroism. It was just the right kindness directed at Dade County citizens which prevented evil from crawling through those cracks. You exposed your dignified and honorable soul of peace and prosperity for our good cheer, Officer Cook. A man whose character and integrity has been solemnly remembered as well as your humility and civility. All the models of principles and the sanctity where humble loyalty and resolve sets in. Your built those cornerstones of courage which has been the example by which all who make that journey travel down those paths of righteousness. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Esteemed and full of compassionate effort.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 3, 2018

Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You served with incredible integrity and the eyes of wisdom and vision. It served Dade County and its citizens well. Character and class helped to wipe away the evil stench of serious trouble. Officer Cook, you were a brave man and a source of delight to those brothers and sisters who went out on patrol with you. Take a look and see for yourself why you were most honored as a hero and had that perspective of precision and perseverance.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 2, 2018

Line up and be accountable for your actions. One who keeps their honor, dignity and integrity under control will be better equipped to handle all the rigors of violence. You acquitted yourself, Officer Cook, very well on behalf of Dade County and its people. All the pressure and yet you carried on like the professional and darling hero your family loved. You continue to be greatly missed by all and it is Our Creator who watches over your humane and humble soul that laid down peace and some liberty for your community that keeps paying homage to your humility. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 2, 2018

Healthy habits lead to humble success. It's when evil lurks and comes close that our most versatile are ready to react prudently. You acted most heroically, Officer Cook, that day and everyday on Dade County's behalf shielding us with nothing but harmony and the tranquility of one who demonstrates his tenacity in times of terror and unrest. Never closer to our hearts, your character, Officer Cook, was only the best as it put some solidarity within humanity's frame work. Resilient and efficient, you and your comrades remain cherished and most respected for doing a dangerous job. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 2, 2018

Humility touches the very heart and soul of our most bravest and honored of blessed servants. You were that superior gentleman, Officer Cook, so full of vim, vigor and vitality who energized all Dade County with your dignity and integrity. We salute your character, class, decency and the desire that covers peace and goodwill for all humanity. Great resolve and the commitment to excellence, pride, trust and the truth of knowing you were a loyal and dependable colleague. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 2, 2018

Struggling with reality and where this is hope, so too is there a kindred spirit. Your spirit, Officer Cook, full of intensity and honor now drifts higher and higher in God's fruited of plains. You made the name of Dade County more safe and peaceful than ever and because of your honesty and dignity so may your heroism be blessed and preserved forever. A loyal servant coming to our rescue in times of tension and duress. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2018

One day the explanations will be more clearer. Patience is expected though we know your family would want an answer to why your life was taken, Officer Cook. Dade County was where your roots were set down and for those living here safe trails were an order of the day when your wisdom and dignity worked well with your unselfish character. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2018

Man of dignity and hero most of all. The highest of humility was exhibited during your days, Officer Cook. Never a spot of tarnish only the consistency of tenacity which helped to rinse our streets in Dade County of ruin brought about by evil. When you have the desire, the devotion and motivation help to secure the honesty and integrity so essential to your wars over wickedness. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2018

Considerate and professional, you were the living and most humble example of what a good policeman is all about, Officer Cook. A most heroic legend in Dade County and across the USA. Never more morals mixed with mettle, resolve nestled in with dignity and honor to fight those missions where terror must be combated. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your humility and its character did its most proficient job of policing our roads.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2018

Being prudent and being cautious at least give any public servant the opportunity to salvage something from where violence strikes. Your pursuits of harmony and unity, Officer Cook, presented Dade County and its folks with hope and concern. You cared for the ones you watched over and because of your maturity and vision, it only goes to reason why you were an accomplished young man of honor and reverence. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2018

We have strong men and women whose voices of versatility and durability strike the chords of courage and concern. Yours, Officer Cook, brought resiliency and no reluctance to Dade County. Its people were honored and proud to have you serving them and for your heroic acts of bravery and dignity, heaven so solemnly honors your honesty and wisdom of having integrity. Character rests soundly where you now rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2018

A man of honor and a hero of dignity, that 's humility speaking those humble and loyal tones of tenacity. It was Dade County calling for your brave appeal, Officer Cook. A gentleman of grace and hope whose character propelled your heroism to greater heights. May 16,1979 tested your resolve, Officer Cook and for a civil minded man your humility put peace and endearment back on those streets that were paved with peril. A warrior to be honored. Dignity and the voice of integrity to be saluted forevermore. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2018

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