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

Being naive may not cut the mustard in this misery fighting evil. Public servants come to expect the unexpected and on that fateful day, Officer Cook, you showed the folks some old fashioned boldness and bravery in the very confrontation of danger. Your honesty, intellect and dignity was certainly called for as was your ingenuity and character. The result of being devoted and resolute. You built relationships and the goodwill that makes humanity stop and think about what your sacrifice did to enrich our world. Remembered heroically and cherished for point blank valor that validated your fruitful life and years toiling for our safety and humble unity. Nothing comes easy. It's not laid on our plates. We must make the good effort and God Our Master reasons to want us pursuing happiness and prosperity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 14, 2018

Sacrifices bring bravery and valor to the center of the stage where good men and women help keep unity and liberty within any given venue. Your assignments were broad and wide, Officer Cook ,as you protected and delivered harmony to a community still humbly honoring your legacy. A life of toil and tenacity cut down by a menacing man'e evil plans. Never did your family nor comrades think you would be taken so suddenly. God saw your career, dignity and integrity right to our front doors in Dade County. Peril and danger take no prisoners and your journeys, Officer Cook, were morally proper as were your humane heroism and humility. Our Creator keep a servant's humbleness up in heaven where it can have the greatest influence. Keeping those gates of valor safe is never an easy job and your conviction and commitments were right on, Officer Cook. Your soul of faith and hope can keep circling our universe watching over those brave and honest who serve the heroic causes. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 14, 2018

Saving, preserving and persevering all the correct traits of a duly affirmed public servant. In Dade County the residents had you, Officer Cook and your esteemed bravery and boldness fighting for our serenity. All the honor and integrity made you a superior gentleman of gallantry and the good graces to face violence head to head. Your colleagues and family have made your memory a priority as you were our champion of courage and the right scruples. We leave humility in God's humanity one you served loyally as a faithful and ever diligent young man. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Character never has its conclusion as yours, Officer Cook, help Our Lord oversee His perfectly paved pathways.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 14, 2018

Delight, joy and happiness are what every citizen would want except when violence lays out its ugly plans to mess our society up. You prepared for those battles over evil, Officer Cook, which made Dade County better able to live in peace and safety. Only your heroic honor and character when coupled with your integrity and dignity made your pursuits more resounding, humble and humane. We will honor your memory, Officer Cook, by carrying on your legacy of morals and its meaning of goodwill and humility. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Walls are put up and enhancement can then take its rightful position.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 14, 2018

Violence against public servants is at an alarming rate and somewhere it has got to cease. They perform a job where they throw their beings and souls of preservation into the fight over this unrelenting adversary. You were a humble and yet effective, Officer Cook, in your passion to see Dade County clear of harm. No better man of honor, integrity and the wisdom that maturity and clear vision deliver. We will forever salute your kind and noble character one of stability, capability and humility in sending peace right back at humanity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 13, 2018

Grudges are for cowards. Vengeance is for villains. Evil is the epitome of violence that is perpetrated against our modern society. After all these decades later, there still has never come an answer as to why Mr. Pearsall shot up Dade County in Liberty City taking your life, Officer Cook and nearly those of your bravest of peers. You were faithful and loyal , honest and brave, courageous and dignified. How much did you pour your badge into your endeavors? You placed the people's trust in you and boldly went out on your affairs with charisma and humble esteem backing your splendid character. You'll always be your family and department's hero, our warrior who wore everything in those trenches where torment and turmoil awaited your duly undying presence. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A day's work and diligent in your calling. Even the way your surviving peers were treated by the county still wonder why?

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 13, 2018

Day by day, week by week, month by month, year by year those footsteps that you carved out here in Dade County, Officer Cook, seem to be more difficult than ever to follow in. Honor and dignity, integrity and ingenuity are hard to come by for a lot of men and women who have this yearning to solve and resolve any issues that come before them. You handled adversity very positively, Officer Cook, humble, humane and graceful. Embellishing is nice to put into words, better it is the tone and framework of your stellar character and hopeful anticipation all would be fine. Never more tougher to pursue a dream where harm and tragedy can met at the most inopportune time. Our stability and harmony have come as a result of your sacrifice. Giving up one's life for their friends says all you need to know of antone's heart. Yours, my neighbor, friend and hero was there to be received by the Lord Himself for a job well done. Delicate, yet fair and balanced. Rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 13, 2018

Finding solace and consolation is harder than you might think. Even though it's right under our very eyes, ears and noses, it takes some work and real austere means. Your hopes and dreams, Officer Cook, were not dashed despite of the heinousness which took your life and soul from your family. Your soul really was not taken, it has been on an extra special humble eternal excursion where no person can just enter. A flock of tenacity, honesty, dignity and integrity leads those charges upstairs in the gates of grace and humility. Just as you protected Dade County with extra passion, Officer Cook, so too Our Creator has bonded together a special unit of peace and responsibility together as one entity to observe and to greatly assist those now serving here where their bravery meets the villainess of vile and disrespect. You, Officer Cook, were a man of character and clever accomplishments. Twenty-five years has imparted many lessons to be forever learned and gleaned from. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 13, 2018

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

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