Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, May 16, 1979
Reflections for Police Officer William Coleman Cook
November for the Cook, Tidwell and Wilkerson Families is a trying time. Your beloved relative, Officer William C. Cook, gave his whole being to furnish the foundations of peace and serenity within the walls of all Dade County. such a refined man with a bright smile to light up a room and an engaging personality that matched your endeavors of faith and resolve all because of who you were. You comported yourself with honor, esteem and the loyalty that dignity and integrity bring to a hero's character and commitment never to be forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Bravery in your bones, ferocity in your heart. Your soul steers your family's pursuits as well as they carry on with your heroic legacy.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 30, 2018
Born with humble bravery and boldness, your life of happiness and honor, Officer Cook, should never have ended due to one man's wanton evil. Though, you served and saved Dade County citizens and your colleagues from more harm, your character, class, dignity and integrity will always be most treasured and heroically saluted. Perseverance is in the hourglass of humanity where humility and sanctity lie. You opened doors of goodwill and resolve all by your unwavering and undying declarations of decency, devotion and dedication to all tasks placed on your professional itinerary. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Today, you and Karen, Officer Cook, should have been celebrating your sixty-fifth birthday. Certainly a moment to pause and remember one mighty warrior, gallant and courageous.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 30, 2018
The stars twinkle. The brave are beloved by their inspirational and humble boldness in courage and their honor. Wickedness demands the repetitive actions of integrity, character and dignity if one is to overcome its devastating affects. You fought long and hard for Dade County citizens, Officer Cook and never capitulated to those who wanted to commit wanton evil. It's a shame Mr. Pearsall did not get that message. You were a hero of the highest humility and for constructing cornerstones may you be forever be paid homage. A plethora of preserve and self confidence, your humble feats, Officer Cook, will be long remembered for generations to come. It's heroes like yourself, Officer Cook, who have laid down foundations that are set in stone. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 29, 2018
Of course God willing I'll try and visit your grave, Officer Cook, tomorrow on your birthday and offer my prayers for your sweet and gentle soul of effort and efficiency as it guided your destiny throughout Dade County in search of some peace, stability and true togetherness. You can never be forgotten for your heroic undertakings where service and professionalism run parallel with one another. Lord knows we sure can use some quieter times considering the plight of our world today. Humanity suffers greatly when violence threatens to unravel the resolve and resourcefulness you humbly helped to lay down, Officer Cook. Credit there goes to your loving folks and yes I will always keep you in my heart and prayers, Mrs. Cook. Officer cook, may you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. In heaven the peace is like a pin dropping.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 29, 2018
Rations may be good for some but a grand and healthy dose of reality starts with some honesty, deliberate dignity and the humble and heroic creations of integrity all central in stopping the advancement of terror in our midst. You were a very determined and civil minded public servant, Officer Cook, who now soars high up in those grand castles in the sky with your soul gently breezing along in the deep blue nights . Dade County by your character and commitment was spared more evil on May 16, 1979 and the sacrifice you made on our behalf, on our accounts of serenity and harmony must never be overlooked. Instead let them be blessed by Our Master who brought you into this world sixty-five years ago tomorrow November 30, 2018. A harsh reality stares us pointblank in the face and for exceeding our expectations humanity has been rewarded with your passionate missions of goodwill and devoutness of faith and loyalty. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. We all know drinking water will suffice . You thirst for knowledge, wisdom,vision and maturity was at the top of the charts of courage and consideration for mankind's welfare. Happy birthday, Officer Cook. Eternal birthdays are the embodiment of a person's life and accomplishments and should not be taken lightly or for granted. Your occupation was just what you dreamed of becoming and for us in Dade County it was a Godsend and a true humble and cherished blessing from heaven where you and your dad, Charles, are cradled comfortably in those humble and loving arms of mercy and peace. No more harm coming your way. Just a very brave soul of distinction and nobleness.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 29, 2018
Belts, caps badges and vests save lives of our honored and esteemed officers. But, bravery and honor are remembered decades after they sacrifice for the will of society. Your dignity and integrity, Officer Cook, will be forever etched into the crevices of our brains. Character, commitment and the transparency that brings taciturn nights and days to Dade County is what good law enforcement is about. Your trails, Officer Cook, helped to spark peace and freedom, the humility of being civil minded and morally straight. You can rest assured in knowing your life and work had meaning and relevance in building and in bridging faithfulness and its responsibility to humanity. Everyone shares in your tragedy, Officer Cook, it created a crater in your family's passions and happiness and left comrades stunned as to why a gentleman with so much vitality to fulfill His Creator's wishes was taken so suddenly from a world and a community that salutes your intuition and flawless approaches to justice, truth and trust that are placed squarely on your humbly broad shoulders of acumen and being astute. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 29, 2018
Police are always bombarded with strife, stress the the duress of chasing after danger causes. So it's easy to overlook what happens behind the scenes. Those curtains are pulled up for the citizens to see firsthand what real honest to goodness bravery, courage and mettle are all about. They got to witness here in Dade County your commands of situations and the circumstances that you pursued after, Officer Cook. in the gallant name of peace and tranquility Our Creator spoke and your character and convictions answered those sometimes fateful calls. You can rest assure that you, Officer Cook, gave violence and torment a run for its money and because of your devoutness can we state emphatically that we have a semblance of serenity and unity residing within our gates where justice has spoken and you gave your all, your special soul so we could continue uplifting your heroically humane legend. It is felt and shared by all who touched your gentle spirit now being guided by the eyes of God's loving embrace on His wings. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Fierce and tenacious as only Badge#1664 could do. May your soul, Officer Cook, keep shining in those gardens of angels above.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 29, 2018
Generations are linked together by the passions of those brave women and men who navigate to where trouble is and try their utmost to quash its movements. You certainly did an outstanding job, Officer Cook, with your peacekeeping missions in Dade County which have benefited us in so many ways. Take for instance your honesty, humbleness, humility and always the commitment to pride and excellence driving your life and the fundamentals that are basic to one having proper ideals and morals. Never a spot nor tarnish on your badge and uniform of maturity and wisdom, its vision steeped richly within the realm of your undying resiliency. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 29, 2018
Piping in fresh hot resolve and candor, you can be very certain, Officer Cook, that your blessed name and soul will be fondly saluted here in Dade County where you belonged among your family and peers. It was loyalty and the supporting cast of courage, integrity and dignity that allowed you the chance to battle evil. Our respect and admiration for you has never waned. You were the consummate builder and enhancer, the enforcer who invoked common sense and courtesy during your watch and life. One celebrated and so poignantly honored for bravery and boldness forevermore. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. the day you gave your life and were buried, the chamber of commerce with God's meteorological awareness could not have been any better. Humanity and its humility were vintage as was your unselfish diligence to mankind.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 29, 2018
Duty calls for dispatches of dignity, devotion and determination, no desertion or deviation. Your motivation, Officer Cook, was to be the best in Dade County and judging by your humility and honesty the jobs got done. Just sad that your journeys through life and your chosen career came to a sudden due to a man lacking in character and morals that you pursued peace and goodwill with, Officer Cook. A legend of heroics and the humane civility that when placed on the residents goes a long way down those trails of appreciation and trust. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 29, 2018
Take care of business and honor, integrity and humility take care of themselves. You acquitted yourself very well indeed, Officer Cook, as Dade County and its people were in very fine hands of a well mannered and heroic man of ferocity. All these years later after you tried to stop a wayward domestic incident you paid dearly for our freedoms and peace so much so that we are indebted to your service and vivid vigilance. Expressive and endearing all the righteous men and women in heaven are the heroes and heroes, the dignity, integrity and sanctity of yesterday, today and tomorrow. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The humane and concerned answer Our Creator's calls with resolve and resiliency that keeps them safe we hope from harm. Violence should not have taken you, Officer Cook, from your loved ones and sisters and brothers of the law enforcement world. You were doing your usual excellent job all during your missions of goodwill and respect for your community.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 28, 2018
The sudden passing of a loved one who gave his soul only helps to unify his family who remembers his bravery, desire and honest esteem. In your genes, Officer Cook, there was much dignity and integrity that you utilized in fighting for Dade County citizens' rights. A tough job and with your skill and vision, the assignments were done with effort and compassion. Our serenity and safety were tied together by your esteem and civility to be a humble public servant. Colleagues and your family do honor your memory and forever can look back on a wonderful man of engagement and concern for his fellowman. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 28, 2018
Dignity and integrity help those whose souls of peace and goodwill search for answers in this never ending saga over serious mayhem in our world. Your purpose, Officer Cook, was to protect Dade County and its folks to the very best of your capabilities. Versatility, durability and responsibility can never hinder the valiant souls who toil in taming this monster of an adversary. We say your character and convictions, Officer Cook, were to the point and your diligence will always be fondly cherished. Our Master has an honor roll of heroism and humility patrolling those sacred pathways where perfection is never lacking. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A dear friend and family member who served with passion taken needlessly before his time.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 28, 2018
The holiday bring gladness to those who serve the Lord with honor, humility and reverence. You served God, Officer Cook, with a full plate of dignity and integrity given Dade County and its residents a newer meaning of peace and inner perspective. Today, as we get ready to usher in the holidays of Chanukah and Christmas may the God Creator bless your spirit and those of your comrades and family members who continue your heroic legacy. It's humanity that is a bit less safe by your absence which in turn can only make one's heart grow fonder. Saluted and so solemnly honored for values and character of your vision and wisdom. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 28, 2018
Bravery and decency reveal a more humbler heart than most. It's true that trust and tenacity can turn real dignity and integrity into something more than completing a task. The success of one's missions of goodwill, peace and safety can transform an entire community into a haven for hope not despair. You worked tirelessly, Officer Cook and very heroically to steer harmony, civility and tranquility into the oracles of Dade County and its residents have thanked you. Your beloved family has steadfastly carried on with your heroic and humane legacy all these difficult decades later. A pilgrimage of restorative resolve through outstanding character and the loyalty that has made you a gallantly treasured saul as one of God's many angelic heroes and heroines. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Energetic and enthusiastic to tackle problems face to face. Evil and violence demand actions that are not counterproductive to society's happiness and pursuits of liberty and justice for all mankind.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 28, 2018
The umbrellas of unwavering, undying and unselfish service to mankind never fold up. They stay open so long as other brave and honest men and women take up the battle. Their heroism and integrity assist them in motivating and in leading others through peril and strife. You brought a renewed sense of vision and wisdom, Officer Cook ,to your job and its corporate roles of resilience. May Our Master allow you to sleep soundly in knowing that your character, humility and sanctity helped to blossom boldness and esteem within your ranks. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The lights stay bright so long as your smile can be pictured as it was over forty plus years ago, Officer Cook, besides our flag of glory, faith and hope. Something must spring eternal. Never give up the fight!
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 27, 2018
Now Chanukah and Christmas will be forth coming and the lights will be dimmed a bit to pause and reflect upon your life and soul of service given to Dade County's citizens. Their harmony and organization of togetherness was shared by you, Officer Cook, a gentleman of gallantry and the utmost humility. It placed honor and decorum back on the streets where who knows what evil was lurking. Your sacred truth and civility banked goodwill and everlasting appreciation where its affects would have the cutting to eradicate unthinkable mayhem. We richly honor your principles and character, the fairness to act with efficiency to tackle this humane and heroic project we brand as service. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your family misses the breath of you hugging and loving your great-nieces and great nephew along with your nieces and nephews. Always close, respected and treasured for aiding and uncovering unwanted callousness.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 27, 2018
Neat and ready, one must be prepared both mentally and physically to handle the rigors of such an uprising of violence and turmoil. Dade County had plenty of everything and Badge#1664 was there to protect and to preserve life. Your uniform, Officer Cook, wa solemnly and modestly worn by a man whose soul of bravery and steadfast integrity, honesty and dignity worked like heck to fight off violence and any other unrelenting problems that threatened the peace and goodwill of our society. You can be sure, Officer Cook, your loyal and unselfish morals and humility will receive and has long since received its eternal thanks from Our God above. We are less safe that you are not here to personally oversee things being constructed here, though your soul of aspiration, inspiration and total dedication and motivation knows the coming and goings. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 27, 2018
Through the eyes of Our Lord comes clear and crystal perfection. Humans are not, but with the loving support from above honor, bravery and the mettle of integrity and dignity begins to take fruition. Your resolve and perseverance, Officer Cook, made us better here in Dade County with your humble and unwavering heroism and humility. Humanity's building block is a strong one, character and then quality of commitment to fan the flames of injustice and evil. We raise our hands and arms saluting your destinies, journeys and accomplished missions of faith and goodwill. Rest in peace safety, compassion and trust were firmly planted upon mankind when you served, Officer Cook, our friend, our warrior, most importantly your family's beloved angel.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 27, 2018
Through the eyes of greatness gallops the humbleness of gallantry. Not just pure and simple. Some things are more complicated to comprehend than others. Your life and police career, Officer Cook, boiled down to the parameters of morals and dignity that when added to the realities of resolve, honesty and integrity made Dade County and its people more comfortable and able to live more liberated. Finding peace and solutions is not easy, routine or mundane, but with some of God's merciful humility he showed you the ropes, Officer Cook, clearing your paths to humane and heroic success. Rest in peace my neighbor ,friend and hero. Real honest to goodness women and men courageously caring for their venues and compassionately helping to broker civility, sanctity and wise and visionary futures for one and all/
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 26, 2018
Correct diction and proper speak are the language of which honest men and women communicate to one another. Your lips, Officer Cook, spoke the truth and as a trustworthy public servant, your protection has been greatly honored. We pay homage to the memories of those gallant and dignified heroes and heroines who leave this world surely more fulfilled than ever before. Integrity, character, morals and honor bring hope. Dade County was revitalized by your unwavering and unselfish resolve, Officer Cook, a gentleman and a humanitarian that society has revered all these decades later and still continues your legacy in your family's pursuits of happiness, peace and prosperity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Humanity suffers indifference and indignant times when our brave souls are rudely taken. heaven awaits their arrivals as a new day comes calling. Our Leader's pearly gates stay open perpetually to carry the souls of those who humble spirits have shaped creation in one way shape or other.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 26, 2018
Beloved and missed terribly, you were an exceptional man, Officer Cook. The clouds where darkness were were removed by your honest and focal efforts to secure peace and harmony for all Dade County citizens. You were and always will be your family and department's warrior of esteem and humility as you wore this on your uniform of construction and of goodwill. Faith and ferocity can only accelerate the war of terror and your endeavors, Officer Cook, will be so humanely remembered by humanity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A cornerstone designed by dignity and integrity lasts forever no matter the circumstances.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 26, 2018
The status of our country hinges upon our stability and peaceful movements. You provided Dade County the very best service, Officer Cook and never doubts regarding your stellar character, commitment and the courses of conviction. Deserving of honors, it was your humble honor, integrity and dignity that went into your life and public service career. Our core of harmony and freedom has remained as has your memory of a wonderful life although it was cut to short by wanton violence. Keep watching over us and your family, Officer Cook, with your humility and serenely peaceful and humble soul of serenity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Engaging and endearing your dedication and desire have been greatly absent from our landscape.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 26, 2018
Manners is not a hard thing to learn. It's just for a few it can be a chore just to get around. Never a worry about you, Officer Cook. A Dade County police hero and an institution of integrity, honor and dignity. You battled those wars against evil and summoned the courage and conviction to fight for our liberties and unity. From humble beginnings and a stable home life was where you learned morals and the humility so essential to brokering new relationships. It's mankind that is missing your presence, Officer Cook and charming smile. It was about truth, trust and justice being faithfully executed. Character makes a gentleman a man and your bravery will be saluted forevermore. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Class and decency sleep soundly in those pearly gates of humane gallantry.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 26, 2018
Kindness at times can be eschewed. Though no mistaking humility for humbleness and honesty intended to provide more serene trips for those of us desiring some stabilizing unity. The fact of the matter is peace and good women and men working as one, dedicated to their craft can make quiet times and when that day beckons, Officer cook, your bravery and dignity will be so honored as much as your integrity and ingenuity. Your family and police peers have continued your quests in search of harmonious moments and it is located in the resources of humanity where you stood face to face to confront an evil and despicable man who took your life and nearly those of your esteemed companions on the streets of sanctity and solace. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. We weigh good versus bad and find the scales of justice tipped in your humble favor, Officer Cook, as Our Master rewards your soul for coming through in the clutch.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 25, 2018
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