Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, May 16, 1979
Reflections for Police Officer William Coleman Cook
Adjacent to acumen, astuteness and the awareness every public servant needs to possess is honor, integrity and dignity all shining and crisp as clean as a whistle. Polished and pristine, persevering and proficient, your watch, Officer Cook, was the consummate reminder of why diligence reaps dividends. Dade County had the humble benefit of your important service in order for liberty and life to remain as sanctified as possible even during violent times. It is when turbulent times strike, the determined and heroic keep charging never giving in. We'll always remember your wisdom, voice of reason and the convictions of having the fortitude and vision to act responsibly and with that inner spirit of humility. Mankind salutes your valor, Officer Cook, a gentleman and a scholarly comrade to all who live to battle this opposing nemesis. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 13, 2018
Operate don't wonder off course. Calibrate and stay within your jurisdictions. Help to ward off and eradicate evil and its never ending torment. Society has enough issues to deal with day in and day out. You were a loving and helpful fixture here in Dade County. With sincerity and a purpose of your destinies in hand, you ably and most humbly went about your business closing off those reservoirs of ruination. Fruitful journeys for a beloved comrade and that is who you are , Officer Cook. With a crisp uniform and polished shoes did you take your honor and dignity to share in integrity's onuses in fighting crime and in restoring calm and reason. It has made peace and goodwill more treasured than ever just as your heroically cherished soul of salvation and sacrifice . Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Classic character crusading around the venues where peril and evil lurked and you were always accountable and present. The Master has you sheltered where nothing will ever harm you again, Officer Cook. You can sleep soundly in knowing you gave outstanding effort and resolve.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 13, 2018
Disturbing the peace results in a lack of respect. Morally we all have an obligation to share in this world and in allowing those in society to chase after what they deem as right. You don't need to be pious or zealous, just frank and polite. Serenity, security, stability and prosperity take some time to form their shapes and for those who were residing in Dade County you were and always will be our hero, warrior and savior. Your family and comrades are proud and remain vigilant in honoring your memory and legacy of character, dignity and integrity you set forth, Officer Cook. For generations now your blessed and humble name will be revered, respected and enriched for your humane enhancement of our community. One that continues to hold you in high regard. A very good life and career, one with more left unfinished. That is for your family and colleagues. Your heavenly mission is to keep watch over those pearly gates of gallantry and humility. To be on this detailed and scrupulous honor roll honesty and courtesy are the two most essential parts. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 13, 2018
Be brave and humble. Don't boast nor be brazen. The Lord will guide your peace and safe travels. He looks after the women and men who concern themselves with the public's welfare. Only the dedication and determination to see terror through. You saw everything as a police officer, Officer Cook, no matter though, Dade County was in capable hands and a man who mastered integrity, dignity and honor that would serve you well for six years of loyal and energetic protection. Our inspirations can be peaceful and unified all by your unwavering character, unselfish commitment to pride and excellent work in the field and on the streets. The best of resolve, the incorporation of wisdom, vision and the intuition to act professionally. Saluted for heroism , humility and the ideals that have led humanity through its malaisses. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 13, 2018
Fair weather of foul weather, wickedness does not take a respite. Its vengeful and victimizing. It's all tragic and terrible if you don't have the right authorities on hand to battle for our peace and hope. You offered Dade County residents goodwill and serenity, Officer Cook, by being focused and ferocious in your tasks. Still, it boils down to honesty, integrity and dignity never capitulating during these arduous circumstances. You will remain a hero of the highest degree of bravery and humility that mankind has seen and of course your character and scruples always top of the class. God's greenest of pastures has the flock of decency, desire and faithfulness to see things through as you now patrol from eternity. Soon to be sixty-five and with a life of enrichment with Karen. If only evil did not take your caring and sweet heart. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 13, 2018
Violence is that pandora's box of hell. We live it. We breathe it and try to escape it. Dade County had your respectful and resourcefulness on hand to serve and to protect us, Officer Cook. The humble honor and humility all central to restoring peace and some stability for a community hoping and praying for such. You were a man among your peers, Officer Cook, with a gallant and dignified heart of integrity which made your commitment and character stand up to the challenging tests at hand. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Humanity is where heroes dwell and devote their souls of safety.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 12, 2018
Dreams can come true but with a little effort put forth. Goals are nice to make but a word of affirmation awaits the brave and bold who honor our world with their adoring enhancement. You honored your parents and Creator, Officer Cook, by doing His faithful work reaching out to Dade County folks promising some serenity and freedom of movement for all. Mankind is indebted to your unwavering character and unselfish commitment to trust and tenacity doled out equally to all humanity. Your humility and kindness, Officer Cook, will continue to be etched in our hearts and minds. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Courage validates your vision and wise convictions.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 12, 2018
Friendship starts with a greeting and so everyday you greeted those in Dade County with a smile and the politeness that follows a loyal young man's exploits into the jungles of peril. Those paths are full of something and it was your responsibility, Officer Cook, to fix what needed fixing and to transplant some safety and liberty into those cherished lives. When good character meets up with marvelous mettle, then the morals one is raised with come to the top more quickly. You remain a gentleman of grace, integrity and the practices of dignity so vital to battling evil. Terrible wickedness that still plagues our humanity today and because of your absence, Officer Cook, things become a little more hectic. I would assume your soul revered and austere is watching over your family and those of us desiring quiet. Humble and humane, heroic and wise beyond your years. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 12, 2018
Taciturn and firm. Soft and humble. Bold and full of honor and integrity. It's all in the name of truth and trust that you heroically served and protected life in and around Dade County. Our esteem for you, Officer Cook, can be addressed by honoring your reverence and resolve on behalf of humanity. It was your character and courage which sealed your cherished souls within those hollowed walls of remembrance here and in Washington, D.C. A man with a hint of what needed to be concluded in order for our prosperity to occur who went out and did an outstanding job preserving fruition. All your journeys and their missions had humbleness spelled out in their every move. You'll never be forgotten for building goodwill among a community that solemnly respects your legacy. A life taken before your time. God and you, Officer Cook, along with those comrades who have sacrificed are now serving an even greater role. Protect those whose honor and bravery preserve our harmony as you walk that proverbial beat up above. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 12, 2018
When the mind goes you know something is up. It's when a tender young heart of honor and humility is torn away from a family and peers then you really begin to suffer. Your loss to your family and colleagues, Officer Cook, left a gaping hole and made Dade County and its folks a bit less safer. Pride and dignity, relevance and reality, all part of your character and integrity. We could identify with your pursuits of happiness while going after evil. Violence and terror like a storm that can seize and sap the strength out of any community. You are being so honored for giving humanity a chance to look serenity and unity in the eye. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 12, 2018
Never a more beautiful soul than yourself, Officer Cook. Badge#1664 was just what Dade County and its residents were looking for. That living stability of actual serenity and some liberty to pursue happiness and the pangs of prosperity. The brave soldier who directed others through danger because of your unselfish sacrifice, humility and the honesty by which each officer wears his or her uniform. You went after crime, Officer Cook, never running away and seeing terror close up. How much more can a man do? Always admired, cherished and well respected among the ranks, your memory shall be so honored humbly and humanely. Crystal clear wisdom, vision an d scruples to tackle anything. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Courtesy. Safety and the proper attitude always shall win out. Never wavering, always sincere and with a kind heart.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 11, 2018
God does favors. In return we display our loyalty and compassion to all His creatures. Creation is meant for productivity and a lack thereof means something is amiss. Police work cannot go wrong and yet for all the training, classroom and street work things can go radically wrong in a heartbeat. What happened on May 16, 1979, Officer Cook, a sinister man who took your life and dignity from you and nearly that of your colleagues and those people involved in that nasty domestic incident that spoiled the peaceful day here in Dade County, Your hopes and dreams, integrity and honesty were subjected to an inhumane coward. Your heroism and humility was the knight in shining armor with a character complete with decency and intuition. Saluted as our savior and warrior forevermore. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 11, 2018
God pays His own homage to His men and women of ferocity and resolve by assigning them a most difficult task when it is needed the most. Their sacrifices yielded way to peace, prosperity and the unity we as residents must have to thrive. Your loving respect for your position, Officer Cook, produced open minded and trustworthy honor, dignity and integrity every watch. Not a fly by night operation. Dedication, desire and motivation create chances for humble success when a public servant applies their wisdom and vision to the problems at hand. Dade County was steered by your youthful eyes and ears, Officer Cook, a legend and a true hero and gentleman of gallantry, humility and esteem for humanity. With outstanding character everything was straight ahead if not for that awfully terrible day when God took you from your beloved family and persevering peers of justice. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 11, 2018
Delight in what you cherish. Enjoy that which you relish. What is relevant today might not be so tomorrow. For heaven's sake did you, Officer Cook, toil and protect the citizens of Dade County with all your might. Never conceited nor brazen, your boldness of courage, your humane heroism and intense loyalty held firm as your God given talents, honesty and intense integrity helped to lead your dignity over these battles of evil. Now and we pray forever do we keep our sense of direction, purpose by which our pursuits of happiness march forward and your family, comrades and the entire police world salute satisfaction guaranteed. Always the finest of character and morals that are eternally locked away in God's hidden treasure chest. You were a treasured soul, Officer Cook, purposeful , resourceful and ever mindful. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 11, 2018
Ghosts and goblins are all part of Halloween. Gallantry and honesty are an every second part of police action. The kind that emancipates communities and their locales from evil, insane and so tragic. Your tasks here in Dade County were to provide each resident with a safe haven by which to thrive and surely as your kindness and faithfulness, Officer Cook, did you live up to your solemn affirmation of trust and truth. All of which your character, dignity and integrity spelled out during a successful life of humility given back in serenity to humanity. Your commitment to transparency was never any clearer as was your maturity and vision, a wise man girded by God's gentle breezes. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 10, 2018
Oriented and with a sense of direction, your life and public service career, Officer Cook, were led by mettle, morals and the principles that take honor, pride and intuition all in the same direction. Your paths in life, your dignity and integrity should never have been interrupted by the wanton and brazen actions of a troubled man. If you are depressed seek help. If you are diabolical and looking for trouble stop and ponder your actions and what might come as a result of them. Dade County and the Liberty City area where you patrolled for peace and exactly that liberty for all is not all that bad of a venue and consider today, Officer Cook, because of your unselfish, character, heroism and humility we and they have benefited if only you could have witnessed the changes that have arisen. Your soul has risen each day under Our Creator's guidance and girding strength, His mercy for all. Just keep looking down on your family and flock of colleagues who worked alongside of you. I continue praying for you Mrs. Cook. Devout and faithful ,congenial and as was your son your darling son pride and joy along with his big sister, Nancy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 10, 2018
God's creatures are those sacred instruments of His tender loving kindness. Thet are the very rare individuals who go out day after day and patrol our very communities in search of peace, truth and justice. Your missions you accepted willingly. Officer Cook, were to make Dade County citizens safer and relevant once more. We'll never overlook your cherished soul the one given to you by Our Master who implanted the pathways of character and the solid commitment to excellence and pride that always backs up one's very humble honor and esteem, bravery, dignity and the embodiment of integrity. Colleagues, friends and your beloved family members can fondly look back upon those memories with them and now and for eternity with The Lord Himself who observes and watches over His pride and joy, the ones whose unwavering ferocity helped to restore security and unity for humanity. Your humility, Officer Cook, was in your badge of boldness and the uniform you donned with desire and the motivation to ably lead others through danger and peril. Violence must be cornered at some point and with their faith and your spirit watching them , Officer Cook, the job at hand will get concluded. Rest in -peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 10, 2018
The heavenly scent of serenity and harmony and all in a day's work of honor, integrity and the bravery of dignity. It sent wonderful signals throughout Dade County where you patrolled and preserved life, Officer Cook. So trusted and loyal to the causes of liberty, you were a man of character and charm, grace and adventure. Goodwill and humility followed you on your trails of righteousness wherever you went. Heroes and heroines leave their missions, journeys and destinations with everything to gain. Fate casts its date and God saw your assignments here as completed. Now in your eternal life sanctity and resolve become more clearer than ever. Take care and watch over you rfamily and those honest and dignified who pursue nothing but peace and unity for a society that will remember your goodness of heart and never ending heroism. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. May 16, 1979 was and always will be a monumentally sad day in Dade County and the entire police world. We lost a warrior and a very gifted public servant full of passion and compassion toward mankind.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 10, 2018
Accidents happen. Yet they are preventable if the proper actions are applied. Police experience the highs and lows from a demanding job. Their assignments take them into communities where evil hides behind the bushes waiting to strike. That day, Officer Cook, a young and troubled man gave you and your colleagues fits as his rage took over. You tried your utmost to calm him and because of your heroic and humble nature at least you saved lives of the civilians and your fellow Dade County peers and we are grateful. Character and class devotion and desire on par with your superb dedication and determination to hang in there during a heated battle. Humanity thinks highly of your valor and wisdom, Officer Cook, heaven's of of the many shining stars. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 10, 2018
A fight to the finish and morals and humility right up until your last ounce of breath, Officer Cook, gave hope and good will the chance to prosper with one another. Dade County had high hopes and dreams, your integrity and dignity saw to that opportunity for serenity and security to creep through those walls of faith and perseverance. A hero of the highest accord you won't be forgotten for your wise and sage advice during those struggles with evil. An adversary capable of knocking justice for a loop with the bat of an eyelash. Heaven has you, Officer Cook, your foundations and cornerstones, character and enhancement all forever as they watch over your loved ones and comrades. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 10, 2018
Your smile and vivid personality, Officer Cook, was a testimony to your honesty and unwavering dignity, integrity and valor in which you fought for our rights and freedoms. Dade County was under your blanket of character, commitment to pride and excellence like no other. We the people pay homage to your cherished memory and the charisma that humbly was among your qualities. A person's heart, a hero's humility tells all we need to know if we are to comprehend your wisdom and the convictions necessary for a dangerous and rigorous position. A stalwart and a gentleman of gallantry who left this world all too soon because of this relentless violence, at least we honor your civility and the sacred acts of heroism you brought to work each and every moment. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 10, 2018
I am not a robot. I don't fly off the handle. The Internet has a new thing before your reflection is considered you must verify pictures of cars, crosswalks, fire hydrants and the like. I guess with hackers lurking crime is everywhere, one can never be too safe these days. During your days, Officer Cook, Dade County never had to worry or be concerned. They had a stellar and treasured legend of bravery and honor representing the best interests of the citizens. Peace, prosperity and safety were under your domain and it's plain to see why you were well respected among your peers. Integrity, wisdom and the visions of dignity tend to those pressing matters at hand as well as resolve and clarity. The mind is clear to take in and process information that can only assist humanity in its hunt for some humility. Our Lord has an entire package and program eternally set for His troops of tenacity, courage and honor. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 10, 2018
The heart beats. Th e brain thinks. If not for its function we could not begin to function. Thankfully, you had the decency and common sense, Officer Cook, to capture the hearts and souls of Dade County residents Relevant and resourceful are two sure ways for a heroic warrior to do battle with violence. Honesty is always the best policy and since all public servants must have this along with civility and dignity, it is only in integrity's best interests to help keep up this war over wickedness. You helped to stabilize peace and unity for a region calling out. You'll be fondly saluted and remembered for wisdom, morals and the cycles of humility distributed justly back toward humanity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 10, 2018
Like a cat waiting to pounce upon its prey, we can only hope and pray the good and loyal soldiers of the law enforcement is out there in force stalling its bold advances. Violence looks to spawn as much terror as it can and your good eyes and ears were waiting for it, Officer Cook. A man of goodwill and the premonition to handle his professional the only way you could, Officer Cook, straight ahead and face to face. Heroes and heroines don't run and surely you never ran after glory and honor, integrity and dignity find their spaces in those walls where you deposited a little peace and harmony for Dade County and its fine folks. We hope and pray your family is fine and all their blessings are bestowed upon by your unselfish service to make our society prosperous again. Humanity needs its humility from those who clarity and sanctity match exactly with one another. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Destiny called you, Officer Cook, desire, devotion and your devoutness were humbly shuttled to a higher calling with an important assignment beckoning your serene soul.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 9, 2018
The crevices of a person's brain only begin to tell a story. Your head, Officer Cook, was full of humility and unwavering honesty that built those roads to resolve, integrity and dignity. It desired to live and be of good use to those living here in Dade County. It was wonderful and congenial and left us feeling happy. Your career was marked by your pursuits of peace and its productivity that helps to make all officers who they are. Your identification was your ingenuity, intelligence and the intuition to make a negative into a positive. Character and commitment were certainly worn on your uniform and badge of boldness, Officer Cook. A most decent and civil human being. Always a hero whose heroic legacy established those forever embracing channels of good communication. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Tucked away was your maturity, vision and wisdom you received from an excellent upbringing and the training of your superiors. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Diligent and accomplished. You took the battle to violence and at least made a dent in wiping it away from our midst.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 9, 2018
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