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

Simplicity is good for some and for others all our work, toiling and sweating makes for better people. Police have a tough enough job already sometimes standing for hours in a baking hot sun or in a torrential downpour. You enjoyed your job, Officer Cook and were a highly admired colleague to all. Dade County received a fair amount of courtesy and kindness from you and you made for safe travels all by your unwavering and unselfish integrity, honesty and dignity. If all men and women were lacking in character, most have it some need a little kick in the rear to get going. You were a motivated and dedicated leader of others sharing and helping them pursue the very wanton violence that took you from us. Never more closer to our hearts and minds. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 26, 2018

Any surge in peace helps to accentuate goodwill among those in society desiring freedom. Liberty and unity are what makes our country so great to live in. You brought out the very best of your humble talents, Officer Cook, to make safe havens for those residing in Dade County and are to be commended for your endeavor. Colleagues, family and friends celebrate your wonderful life, although God must have wanted you near Him to keep an eye and ear on things. Eternity is humanity's home for safekeeping where no harm befalls its brave, honorable and humble servants who willingly risk their integrity, character and dignity for sanctity to take a safe place to reside. Badge#1664 was wore in a pristine and proud manner and will be so etched in our hearts as your cherished soul soars higher each day. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 26, 2018

Robots are used in modern day medicine and in modern day police work as they serve an important role. To fight crime and its violence you require splendid men and women of the highest honor, nobility and dignity in battling to accomplish your tasks and goals. As it takes a total team effort, your career, Officer Cook, was spent searching for some safety and resources of resolve. It's difficult and can be unnerving at times and yet you persevered through it all with integrity and the highest standards of truth, trust and equality for all. Saluted for bravery and acumen, awareness always top notch. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 26, 2018

Due diligence results in positive success and it all begins right at home. Respect for parents. Loyalty to siblings. Reverence for your fellowman. Whatever the case you displayed outstanding character, Officer Cook, in and and away from your professional duties. An honest and hard working man trying his utmost to stake peace and safe passages for everyone in and around Dade County is not an easy thing to do. With the assist of your comrades we experienced security. Your life and career of the highest principles shall not be forgotten and neither will your humility that allowed humanity to sail higher and higher in its pursuits of happiness. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 26, 2018

Serenity ripples through a neighborhood while serious torment undoes the peace process sending sound waves of horror where they are not needed. In Dade County your humble and esteemed life, Officer Cook, was to serve and preserve our sanctity and only your honorable civility saw to that large task. A young man so brave and valiant sacrifices hid dignity, integrity and character so enhancement may proceed onward. Never a day goes by without the thoughts of you, Officer Cook and your loving memory enshrining our humanity. To possess stellar humility and to prepare us for generations to come, to put it succinctly you are missed by your family, comrades and friends to the zenith. Our Master has His roll call of honor assembled and ready to walk that heavenly beat watching over those sacred pearly gates. Gallantry is forever sheltered. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 25, 2018

The glow of your soul, Officer Cook, makes things feel right. Although, we wish you were here today smiling and helping humanity sort through its issues. You were a man who was immersed in his work and on behalf of the citizens of Dade County we are grateful. Your honesty, integrity and dignity were the staples of your position, one taken without doubt nor reservation. Your mettle, morals and meaningful work will forever stand for other brave women and men to follow in. Big shoes and more problems. Your expertise was just right as you were a truthful and trusted policeman. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 25, 2018

The world rests soundly when devoted and faithful men and women are out on the streets chasing down evil. A shame, Officer Cook, violence ended a promising life and career, your legacy of heroism and humility will be solemnly honored and saluted for the just dignity and integrity worn on your uniform of boldness and bravery. Dade County has you, Officer Cook, to thank and is indebted to your cherished soul for spreading out our freedoms and unities. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You were a generous man even more gallant with a kind and considerable heart.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 25, 2018

When terror bears down a quick learner is better equipped to handle the rigors of duress and its forward progress. In Dade County you were a life saver, Officer Cook, humble and pristine, your good name and honor won't be forgotten. And neither will dignity and integrity which trailed you your entire life and public service career. Character, commitment and achievement benefit humanity when the humility and hope are exercised. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 25, 2018

To expose and to resolve, all you can ask for is the effort put together to gain our serenity and unity. It took every ounce of your humble being, Officer Cook, to shield Dade County and its residents from the ravages of ruination. Your character, decency and dedication worked well with your honesty, integrity and the values of a dignified and humble public servant. Serving and protecting take endeavor and the scopes of your patrols left no doubt as to your cherished heroic legacy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 25, 2018

Police must plunge in and siphon out the serious evil. Its surges can be deadly and must be abated before a community suffers. Dade County has had its moments and you gave your word and assurance, Officer Cook, that peace would enjoy the pleasant sounds of serene and humane nature. They came from your kind and considerate heart, one of humble honor, fortitude and the wings of dignity and integrity sharing this role. Responsibilities are an important part of life as they teach us what real bravery can do to fix what ails humanity. God saw your causes, Officer Cook, as complete and brought fruition to a more heavenly venue. Eternity is the sweetest spot reserved for the righteous and wise women and men who channel their emotions for journeys to precede on. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 24, 2018

In the heat of the battle, police have the greatest support system there is. You raced to save your comrades and citizens under fire that day in Dade County, Officer Cook. God given courage. Our Lord transplanted in you, Officer Cook, the bravery and boldness of a lion. Stout and solid. Never can anyone say you did not perform up to snuff. When expectations are running high it is the tough that get going. Your personality, Officer Cook, was dynamic and so were your principles of courtesy, honor and integrity. Dignity was heroically and humbly brought closer to humanity. Humility was served with principles no doubt. Our onuses were cleverly handled by a well received man. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Never a day goes by without a reflection. I just try, Officer Cook. Badge#1664 meant the world to his family and many close friends. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 24, 2018

Danger does not care if by day or night. It makes its rounds and looks to disturb the public's freedoms and unification. You ratified your role, Officer Cook, by being resourceful and relevant in the pursuits of crime while patrolling the Dade County corners and their corridors. By being smart and intuitive, you remain a hero of the humble mentions who will forever be etched in our hearts and minds. Our souls were quenched and nourished by your unending honor, integrity and the dignity to stay loyal and fair. Keep observing your family and your comrades from your department who have retired and gone on to pursue other interests though we know your soul belongs here with Karen enjoying your years of hard work. It's a team that functions during these tense moments of turmoil and you'll not be overlooked, Officer Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 24, 2018

God's book of humility and heroism includes more than twenty-three-thousand names of devoted and honorable women and men who have laid down something considered humble and dignified, their lives. Police work is not self-indulgence, it is the act of being involved in making lives matter and procuring a little stream of safety and security for all. Dade County got truly one of the best public servants, brave and faithful fighting for what we believed in and for that which you aspired to become. Those skies got a little brighter by your shining presence, no pretense, just all out effort in serving our best interests. A classic man of character and conviction whose actions demonstrated a willingness to battle for what you believed in. Truly a well trusted and fiercely loyal officer out there, Officer Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Take care of your comrades, Officer Cook. Pray those gardens don't get bigger. The sacrifice is the lesson all police listen and strive to learn from.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 24, 2018

Missions of service stretch the mind and allow the body to follow suit. Thank God you were an aware and vigilant officer, Officer Cook. The resolve and sheer energy were never absent. What is terribly missed is you physical and smiling face. That is now and for the last thirty-nine years been in God's eternal shelter of compassion where you can serve an even greater role and that is to patrol those pearly gates of esteem and gallantry. All from your heart of caring and giving back to humanity. Civility and sanctity must rule this world if we are to escape this wrath of wickedness. Now better character and your cleverness and wisdom gave you the chance to motivate and to lead others through these straits of serious mayhem and kayos. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 24, 2018

Intensity heightens the awareness of our surroundings. Integrity and ingenuity bring intervention when they are applied with the likes of dignity, determination and honesty. You brought goodwill, peace and a little safety to our midst here in Dade County, Officer Cook. A gentleman, a giant in humility and the heroic success that now rests in other brave men and women public servants. How can we be happy though when you were taken away so suddenly by wanton violence? Our foundations and their cornerstones have been arranged by your unshakable resolve and the will to do Our Creator's will. Always the consummate hero, humanity and heaven together can see the morals and values right away. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 24, 2018

You blow up a balloon with your lungs. The same pair that provide your body with oxygen that helps your heart circulate the blood around. Your soul of assertiveness gave Dade County and its residents the chance to experience a new lease on life. Valiant. Courageous and bold in your professional commitment, Officer Cook. You can be sure your humble honor, integrity and dignity won't be forgotten for having rescued your colleagues and the citizens from a day of sheer terror. Ten minutes or so and five minutes after you arrived on that domestic scene all heck broke loose despite your best endeavors to calm down a young man bent on vindictiveness. For having the acumen of character and the morals to resolve and to deliver serenity may you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. That one lousy bullet and a life of prosperity and devoutness ended too soon. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 24, 2018

God has all those lives of vitality, hope, honor and valor stored where they are now and forever eternally safe. Your soul of enhancement and effort, Officer Cook, is where it will watch over your community, your family and those who respected and cherished your blessed name. Dade County's interests were revitalized by your unwavering and unselfish dignity, honesty and compassionate integrity. It guarded us and steered us in a manner of our destinies. Journeys and missions have fruition and yours, Officer Cook, was sadly deemed as finished even though you had more left to fulfill. The eyes of Our maker overlook our pursuits and let us pray that violence, terror and whatever strikes God forbid will be dealt with as you so faithfully did on humanity's bequest. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 24, 2018

Live. Explore and put forth the humble effort to seize security away from the breezes of violence. Those winds blow and haunt our very lives. Peace and freedom, happiness and prosperity rod eon your watch, Officer Cook. Focused and centered, considerate and polite, dignified and honorable. The Lord Himself must have needed you for other vital matters there in heaven taking away a Dade County hero of goodwill from his love dones and family of comrades who too served bravely along side of you. Never forgotten, your hopes and aspirations are now a humanely treasured part of your heroic legacy. Resolve and enrichment were part of those plans and maturity, vision and wisdom navigated your years of yearning. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 24, 2018

Volunteer officers, men and women should be admired and respected for their acumen and honesty just as much as veteran officers. They too serve their callings and for them integrity, character and dignity is just as important. No matter your life and career, Officer Cook, was a good one and you had accomplishment embellished during your service and remembered for professionalism and courage beyond the calls of duty. Humanity had its soul of serenity right there in the heart of Dade County beating and breathing down evil's back. You were a hopeful and morally righteous young man, Officer Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 24, 2018

Rogue and or corrupt police officers must be taken off the force at once, tried in a court of law and thrown in prison for the rest of their lives. Too much humility, honor and dignity , not to mention danger and risk are placed on the line by brave and cherished souls. Your character and humility, Officer Cook, offered you the opportunity to pursue your passion for Dade County's virtue. Their peace of mind and comfort zones all resting on your broad shoulders and the ingenuity that responsibility brings home to humanity. A very good life, well mannered and with values so gallant. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 24, 2018

Destiny makes humility take note. A person's bravery and honor are always on the line because of the onuses in securing a community's peaceful havens. Dade County was a celebrated area and made more accessible by your virtual heroism, Officer Cook. A gallant warrior whose character and integrity stood in there during unmitigated violence. You were a humbly efficient gentleman who was cherished and continues being so honored by humanity. Those angel wings you carry, Officer Cook, are a humane reminder of who you were. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 23, 2018

Evil incites. Unity ignites. Our flames of passion were girded along by your honesty and humble heroism, Officer Cook. A Dade County hero and legend whose good name and proud character, dignity and integrity made that difference. Our dreams and hopes rested in your efforts to gain security and safety among all people. You won't be forgotten because humanity is better off with your devoted and dedicated service. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Tenacity breeds fierceness and loyalty makes comrades stand and salute your heart of kindness.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 23, 2018

Firm. Fair. Loyal. Trustworthy. The more one honors their heroes and heroines, the more Our Lord shines His grace and mercy upon us. Your soul of conviction, Officer Cook , is encased where God Himself looks over you. For preserving our way and delivering stability and unity to all Dade County may your family's efforts and missions be doubly blessed. Those sacred streets where you honorably walk your heavenly beat are where no more harm from violence will ever come your way. Integrity, character and dignity saw you through with your navigation over a community that so humbly respects and pays homage to your undying humility. Humanity was served. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 23, 2018

Heroines and heroines stay in motion as always. The wars over terror never seem to let up and because of this good character, true commitment and excellence in honesty, integrity and dignity bring things closer to home. Dade County was where you called home, Officer Cook, for twenty-four of your twenty-five years of life and humility. Pursuits of happiness willingly accepted and service completed with the hopes and goodwill that steered humanity forever in the future. Your product of work was outstanding as was your courage and vision. For having the devotion and decency of character may you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 23, 2018

Your generator of gallantry, Officer Cook, was fueled by your perpetual ferocity. Unrelenting and unselfish in this battle over violence. It took every resource you had to put out the flames of injustice and evil. Oh, you tried your best every second and sad that on May 16, 1979, God had other plans for your humble honor, crusading dignity and insatiable integrity. Your quest to calm and to harmonize Dade County citizens will forever be fondly honored and so saluted for patience, versatility and humility all given back loyally and most faithfully to humanity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 23, 2018

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