Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, May 16, 1979
Reflections for Police Officer William Coleman Cook
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
Point the directional signal of peace and perseverance in the right way, the scope of a hero's bravery, boldness and honesty will shine through. Your dignity, wisdom and integrity, Officer Cook, were some of the most essential components in your service of Dade County . Humble and humane, heroically a man of character and stellar commitment to excellence and pride. A professional appearance with nothing lacking. A legacy of trust and truth for your family to continue their pursuits of happiness as much as you brought virtue and vigilance to those loyally protected by your civility and serenity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 23, 2018
Navigate proudly. Steer profoundly. Direct authoratively. Have your discipline and dignity earmarked for serene moments. If integrity, honor and commitment are present and accounted for we will all breathe a sigh of relief. We did, Officer Cook, because of your heroic stance in keeping wickedness from our midst. The day came unfortunately when Our Master called for your sacred soul to ascend to those pearly gates where no man has been. Eternity is where the righteous have their souls revived and sent on a special mission of protection. Those golden pathways are marked and not to be disturbed and since no harm will ever come your way again, Officer Cook, may you and your scruples rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Reckening comes beckoning all heroes and heroines of honor and humility hearken to that call even though you had much more left to fulfill. Your dreams, hopes, goals and aspirations will live on in your beloved family members. Take hold, Take heart. Take care. Your life and public service made everyone better off and yet the sadness never seems to dissipate.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 22, 2018
Charisma and charm help any public servant. Friendliness is always appreciated when going through the war to defat violence. An enemy so tough as nails, once it gets a head of steam no telling where it might land. In Dade County your adventures, Officer Cook, proved to be austere and humanely heroic. For those citizens wanting some harmony and a little togetherness, you were heaven sent. With all your resources of faith and hope, goodwill was steered right into our very backyards. Your honesty and dignity helped you to shelter us from anxiety and fear of the unknown. Courageous and bold, your legacy of humility shall stay grounded in the foundations for a better and safer future. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 22, 2018
The police survivors and their families are the real humble warriors for in the wisdom and vision of their brave loved ones comes the legacies by which they heroically too carry on. Your family experienced tragedy, Officer Cook, when your dad, Charles, suddenly passed two and a half years before your untimely death in the line of duty. Highs and lows and yet for all your honesty, valor, integrity and dignity, you will forever remain beloved and esteemed. Character and ideals straight from your heart and a soul of serenity that assisted Dade County and its residents in their uphill climb to tranquility and some prosperity. Never forgotten and saluted for salvation and the inspirations that humanity takes along with its humility compel us to always cherish a man of the highest hopes and goodwill that God can bestow upon us. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You carried your family's mantle as only a beloved and brave son must with fortitude and ferocity. Ironclad and a solid performance in the line of duty to match.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 22, 2018
Confidence breeds humility and at least keep one from being conceited. Bragging and being brazen don't belong in any police department and your modest and mild manner, Officer Cook, allowed Dade County the opportunity to live freely and peacefully. To pursue happiness one's own energies must be funneled into meaningful diligence and the resolve to try and work your way out of a rut and harm's way. Though we know police must place the onuses of peril ontheir humble shoulders as you did so well, Officer Cook. A mature man with a plan of action whose heroism and vision shine brightly in God's enchanted castles. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Character and achievement usually bring the desired outcomes. Though, the pain and sadness linger for your family, peers and friends over losing you at a tender young age, Officer Cook. Heaven's constellations got brighter with your humble soul circling around them.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 22, 2018
Going off on a tangent surely does not help the situation. Going deep into one's traits of tenacity and character certaonly can only enhance any given circumstance. Here in Dade County you were a lifesaver, Officer Cook and the citizens and your colleagues were the recipients of your honor, integrity and dignity. In action along with your tenacity, resolve and faithful devotionto the important matters at hand. A hero who will be long remembered for his courage and versatility, your humility and nobility given back to humanity helped to keep the harmony and unity where it ought to belong. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 22, 2018
Dignity and drive thrive off of bravery and humility. If one stays loyal and humble in their undertakings then things may become a little less stressful when battling against an enemy that evil is. There are no illusions, you must stay focused and centered upon your honest day's efforts. You were a concerned and very dignified gentleman, Officer Cook, a ray of goodwill,peace and hope for Dade County and its folks. Never anything but the best, character, decency and the emotional support to stamp out serious issues that befell you that awful day that you were gallantly called home. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 22, 2018
Emancipation allows you the pursuit by which to engineer effort, efficiency and sheer energy. All of which must be expended during the tense and brutal battles over an adversary as massive as terror and mayhem. Dade County, Officer Cook, was genuinely and heroically protected by your loving bravery and esteem. Respect and dignity for an important task challenging your morals, mettle, integrity and everything honest about you. An engaging man with concern for his fellowman and humanity in general. Your civility and its humility remain forever sanctified in God's golden shelters where sacrifice and humbleness are etched forever in those holy walls of honor where bravery and gallantry fought as one to provide peace, unity and justice for all. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 21, 2018
You illustrated the fine trait of integrity, Officer Cook, so much so that it made your dignity and honesty that much more humane and humble. What all heroines and heroes of all law enforcement agencies display on an everyday basis. Dade County saw more than a flash of ferocity, they witnessed first hand your high caliber of courage from your kind heart, serenity from your beloved soul and the crusading character that needs implementing if ignominious actions are to be battled. It's no small war, it's the kind that must be fought all out diligently and with a sense of pride and humility. You gave this back to humanity, Officer Cook and will be equally rewarded by Our Lord. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. One dose of diligence goes a long way down those trails of resiliency.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 21, 2018
Police must convert every opportunity they get to make the streets and roads more safer. You don't always get too many chances and so your honesty, integrity and dignity has to be spot on. For heaven's name, your work habits, Officer Cook, were always top notch and as a hero you;ll always be solemnly and humbly remembered for saving lives. Dade County and its people received great care and excellent consideration from a gem of a man. So dignified and valiant, that flag of ferocity always flew high just as your treasured soul of ingenuity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 21, 2018
A great guy. A gallant warrior. A gregarious gentleman. However, your loss, Officer Cook, ,cast a pall over Dade County and inspite of your tragedy, we carry on your faith, hope and honor you displayed for those whom you loyally served. It's esteem and effort humbly integrated into mankind's spirit of adventure. Your genuinely congenial character and convictions to scruples are all a part of your legacy, Officer Cook, that your family will solemnly impart on others the rest of their lives. Violence and evil should never have taken you, we mourn and do honor your life and career of versatility and durability. The sanctity of those streets are now in the hands of those humbly brave and sound servants. Pray they act professionally to rid turmoil from our midst. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 21, 2018
One strike of terror is all it takes to unhinge a community. Pressure puts everybody on edge and for those who remain calm and vigilant, evil looks twice before acting. Your class and humility, Officer Cook, indeed shone brightly during those tense and terse moments of heated rage. A humble hero of honesty, vision and wisdom leading other men and women of character during those crusades for some harmony and unity. Saluted for composure and comportment. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The heavens above maintain an honor roll of angelic heroes and heroines blessed by unselfish virtues.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 21, 2018
When paired together to fight evil, resolve and respect are a formidable combination. Every asset at an officer's disposal must be utilized to get the desired outcome. You tried your utmost, Officer Cook, that day and everyday for Dade County to live in stability and in safety. Always and only the best of honor, dignity and integrity saturating your soul of kindness and valor. We are all better for your service and character missed dearly every moment. Your family has the beautiful memories of their humanely and heroic family member. The glue that kept it together after tragedy. Humanity and its humility have been tightly sealed forever in God's humblest of venues. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Service and values with the core of admiration and charm forevermore.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 21, 2018
Principles and preparation belong in the same basket as does mettle and meticulousness. The closer you get to bravery, boldness and honesty, the closer you get to humility and decency in all public servants. They must carry their dignity and integrity close to their vests of vigilance as you did on behalf of Dade County and its folks, Officer Cook. A heroic legend so refined and resourceful who remains and beloved by everyone, family, friends and close knit peers. Never will civility and mankind ever forget your gallant attempts to restore the calm after that awful storm of ungodly wickedness. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 21, 2018
Curiosity is a useless emotion at times. Though, nothing wrong with being curious, it is not sinful. Courage, valor and bravery were never better when badge#1664 patrolled Dade County streets, Officer Cook. Your superior effort and superb values of honesty, integrity and dignity helped to stem the tide of terror. Our peaceful days and nights were because of your humbly unwavering heroic actions taken that terrible day to stop a domestic incident from escalating. These tasks extract every bit of strength from your heart and soul, the character of success during your six years of loyal and fruitful work. We will always honor your memory, humility and the reverence you delivered to humanity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 20, 2018