Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Mortality is something we all look at. At some point in time your life of service, Officer Cook, met its challenges and your mettle was as good if not better than your experience and efficiency. Honor and dignity, integrity and values surely beat humiliation and disgrace , your uniform and badge worked in unison to shield us here in Dade County from any awful turmoil that struck. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. One hundred years from today you'll still be humbly honored and gracefully saluted for virtue and courage.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 19, 2018

Direct honor to a humble location and it will likely come back and pay dividends many times over. Your protection and service on Dade County's behalf took terror and wickedness away from its citizens. Your character and humility, Officer Cook, greeted the people with that same cheerful attitude and acumen that graced our society. Integrity and ingenuity took your career and life's pursuits down those happier roads. A shame you could not be here to witness all these changes that came about through your civility and serene passions. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 19, 2018

Desire and dedication deserve humane salutes of dignity and valor. How else can peace and unity be realized without the honest efforts of men and women like yourself, Officer Cook? Dade County and its people corroborated what we already knew/ That values, morals and principles do take a career far down their lines of character, commitment and enhancement. You were truly one amazing man, Officer Cook, gifted and concerned, blessed with humility and integrity to fight off the affects of violence. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 19, 2018

Those who succeed in desire surely enrich our world. Their wealth is in bravery, honor and the very dignity that keeps us safe. Your trials and travels, Officer Cook, took you around Dade County where peace and serenity was sheltered by your humble and heroic presence. Never again can we be safe as when you patrolled. Your absence and character certainly have been most missed during these times of strife and evil. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 19, 2018

Heroism, honesty and mettle morph into bravery . It cannot be mentioned in any other humble and modestly dignified fashion. The truth is you were one reliable and trusted servant, Officer Cook, humanely sure and loyally confident in all your abilities to bolster Dade County's peace of mind, safety, security and the serenity that harmony and unity deliver as one. Your family and friends, comrades and anyone who knew you saw the excellency in your efficiency and performance put forth to save lives and that my friend is your legacy spot on. Diligence and commitment are equal nobility and humility given back to humanity. We praise the Lord for your blessed name and God fearing soul of reputation and distinction. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 18, 2018

Treachery lies in those terrains filled with strife and terror. Humility, honor and a labor of love must fill the air with dignity, character and integrity if all is to be set right. You proudly served Dade County and their folks, Officer Cook, devoutly, desirably and very doggedly never letting evil get a running start. Once that occurs, it is off to the resolve and resourcefulness to utilize whatever mechanisms are there to dispose of this dastardly being. Its wings of wickedness are so spread out, it takes the entire effort of a department to conquer its advances. You are and were a very spiritual man, Officer Cook, your faith, goodwill and mercy never wavered once during your watches over us. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 18, 2018

Terrible things need not be terminal. Terror and torment have remedies to fix what ails us. Good old fashioned honest and loyal police. And because of your unselfish resiliency and reverence for your position of trust, Officer Cook, God has helped take care of Dade County and its residents all these years later as you watch from a prime spot reserved for sage and visionary heroes. All you have to do, though it's an awesome responsibility is to patrol these pearly gates. We believe your wisdom, honor and dignity will assist your integrity in safeguarding those who need protection and security. The classic humble and heroic character and commitment to both pride and excellence that was superbly donned. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 18, 2018

Books are for those whose thirst for knowledge is unquenchable. A crook does not need much to succeed in their endeavors to make life worse for our society. Life during your time, Officer Cook, was pretty well here in Dade County except for that tragic day of infamy when you gave your life and soul in order to halt evil. The rash actions of a deranged man put you and your department in the cross hairs of his callous and inhumane activities. No better a man of distinction and the wisdom of integrity and dignity to stop dead in his tracks of terror. You gave your all, humility, civility and the sanctity of life by at least providing peace and quiet for those wanting to prosper and to pursue happiness. Good traits and character can make those adjustments that need to be made to preserve and to protect. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 18, 2018

I don't look at police work as an odyssey. It may be an adventure going out there and trying your utmost to secure peace and whatever else combines to make stability as good as it gets. Dade County was under siege from tensions racial and on that lousy and terrible day a domestic incident in which three Metro-Dade Officers were shot by a crazed and wicked man. Your life had reason, Officer Cook and so did it contain integrity, honor and desire that made your travels more valuable. So versatile and full of vigor, a life gone before anyone could offer a goodbye. They came to your Inspector's Funeral on May 19th to say so long to a man of virtuous character, the composure of courage, the wisdom that only humility can bring to a hero so loved and cherished. Seconds are all cowards require to commit wanton acts of vile and terror. You were a terrific human being, Officer Cook, solemnly honored and never out of sight. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 18, 2018

The stroke of your hands, Officer Cook, was Dade County's stoke of genius. Luck is sometimes a part of police work, though skill and talents, values and principles will take a career further along than anything else. Your system of values, ethics and effort were all the creations of your decent and honorable upbringing at home. That humble achievement was your parents responsibility, their pride and joy. Their darling heroic and humanely dedicated son whose value as a public servant was worth all the class and care we could ever dream of. Your personal concern for those whom you protected was for freedom and unity to share as one in all our journeys through life and in good health. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You took excellent care of us and God is perpetually taking good and kind care of your devoted soul of serenity, Officer Cook.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 18, 2018

The devil's right hand henchmen are evil, callousness and just heinous disregard for human life. Our peace, stability, prosperity and vitality here in Dade County were brought about through your goodwill and humane honor, Officer Cook. Plain and simple. It's in the hearts of hero's like you, Officer Cook, that make the world revolve. In other words , a no more decent and deserving public servant whose dignity and integrity had to match wits with ruthless violence and the damage its intensity lets out. Peace and safety here were brought by a warrior and a servant who had the guts and gumption to battle on so long as wisdom and maturity were cemented together. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your staunch character enabled you to achieve where others might not have. Building blocks, cornerstones and foundations set down by a gallant young man with a fighting spirit that will never be surpassed nor duplicated.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 18, 2018

Your physical being, Officer Cook, went back to the earth where you came from. Your gallantry and good grace advanced to a higher spiritual level. Our Lord, Master and Creator sees and hears the cries of all people, babies, man woman old and young and even police who need His assistance from time to time. The calls of help went out and on May 16, 1979, there you were, Officer Cook, patrolling Dade County for peace and liberty ready to lend a helping hand, Your soul was exposed to the villainous Mr. Pearsall and for your character, ideals and integrity, there was no more finer dignity being left in the streets ready to fight that awful gunfight which took you from among us. Your family and department all suffered the anguish, that gaping hole still is left in your family where hopefully time has healed some of the wounds inflicted upon their souls too. You were a good man,Officer Cook, highly honored and duly respected for heroism at its zenith. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A career and life leave undone where do we pick up the pieces and march on with our dreams and aspirations? Your beautiful soul, Officer Cook, will lead the way from the staircases to heaven where perfection meets perseverance and prudent proficiency.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 18, 2018

To delve into dignity, devotion, decency, determination and dedication, you must first begin to swim upstream in unshakeable conduct and that includes carrying dignity, humility and honor far and wide. The winds and breath of evil seem to flourish and with that being said, all public servants must advance their wisdom, convictions and commitments to honorable scruples. Nothing better than boldness, nothing more righteous than being humble and reserved so long as we knew you always had Dade County's intentions in your golden heart, Officer Cook. You wore a pristine uniform and carried your badge of honor exceedingly jst as prescribed. No man or woman who ever served and partnered with you could say otherwise. Your character now and forever exists peacefully and without an yharm in God's throne reserved for His flock of angelic heroes and heroines. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 18, 2018

Happy are those content with their lot. You were a healthy, happy and maturely humble man, Officer Cook. That alone should have kept you safe and sound. Tragically, evil conjures up other nastier thoughts. It has its own mindset and conclusion. Mr. Pearsall's ill gotten evil left your department void of your unassuming and heroic virtue and validity that you handled all your assignments with honesty and the scopes of security, integrity and dignity. You were confident in being available and able to conquer duress here in Dade County on its behalf. A cherished labor of bravery and valor always to be founded in bricks, marble, granite, whatever your good name and Badge#1664 and its yeoman work won't be overlooked. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 18, 2018

Fishing expeditions are fun. Tourist trips are enjoyable. But, ferocity and tenacity pack that much needed one two punch to kayo bedlam and mayhem. All the fuel you don't want to ever pour over wickedness. Once it gains momentum there is no telling when it will surcease. You did really well in your battles over crime and mischief here in Dade County. Officer Cook, you were just the proper and dignified man of means and commitment to execute his roles precisely to the letter and to help rid terror from our midst. We can surely honor your dignity and integrity by placing our humility toward humanity in a position where we all gain. No worst loss than losing you at such a young age with more left to accomplish and that is left to your peers and family to continue accentuating your acumen, astuteness and the very virtues of your legacy, heroic and humble . Loyal and thoughtful, wise and full of vision. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 18, 2018

The bonds of work, the labors of love, the meaning of mettle, they all support the profound and decent work that intelligent and intuitive men and women try to produce on an everyday basis. No small task. One big challenge when attempting to keep serenity and unity, harmony and peace flowing freely. You at least performed your job, Officer Cook, skillfully and in a trustworthy manner never letting Dade County's people down. Character and conviction speak wisely of a devoted and talented young man's days and years determined to get after the roots of rotten evil whose terror spread out and never seems to let up. Until your last breath and heartbeat, you never gave up always the passion and most compassionate heart there was digging down with humble resolve. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 18, 2018

Your blessed initials are all over your good work and gentle kindness, Officer Cook. Dade County fondly looks back on your life and honors your service to them. Your hopes and dreams were never dashed even though your family would rather you be with them celebrating all the good and grand moments of their successes. It was in your genes of grace and gallantry where highly treasured principles, character and the honest integrity and dignity lied. Evil was addressed by your unwavering and undying sacrifice one made possible by your stellar reputation among your professional comrades. Always saluted and never forgotten. Rest in peace neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 18, 2018

The scoundrels who commit cowardly acts should face the worst consequences. For actions like these our country has no place for their beings. It is in the hearts, minds and souls of the many brave and civilized individuals who risk their own lives to shelter us with peace and liberty in order for us to enjoy the fruits of our peaceful pursuits. Your career and life, Officer Cook, was noted with nobility and the fighting mettle that only honor, dignity and integrity bring. Dade County and its citizens were well taken care of by a man of courage and boldness, one whose own self humility and humane heroism will long be solemnly saluted and honored for the cherished and humble esteem for which your character and commitment stood tall during the outrages of utter ignominious violence. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 18, 2018

A fever breaks when you get better. Unfortunately, violence does not break, it bends and snaps the structure of our society that looks for some harmony and unity for all people. And here in Dade County you were the consummate protector, Officer Cook. Girded with valor and bravery, your honor, dignity and integrity were quite essential in stalling heinous and wicked actions of a troubled young man sadly bent on violating the public's trust. Your passion and compassion guide dyour roads of resolve and trails of ferocity forevermore. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero of character and of a heroically sound heart always there to assist and to greet others with your big infectious smile.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 17, 2018

Generous and gallant, brave and bold. Your story has been told and of your tenacity there was none more than yours. You rescued your comrades and citizens from an abyss of absolute terror that fateful day of May 16, 1979. A man lost too soon whose destiny was in becoming a certifiable man of mettle. The ideals of wisdom, conviction and commitment never waned, they only became more apparent as you gracefully and humanely went out and sought justice for humanity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 17, 2018

Calendars were created to remember the good and not so good. We'll never need a marker to fondly honor your life and career, Officer Cook. That's for sure. Dade County takes a night to honor heroes and heroines alike whose hearts swelled with dignity and integrity in service to their communities. Your journeys helped to net violence while blanketing peace and goodwill among all mankind. Never a finer gentleman of gallantry and a man who mastered the arts of awareness, astuteness and acumen. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 17, 2018

Covered by courage, dignified with desire and a hero of humility bestowed upon humanity, your missions in life, Officer Cook, saved Dade County and your department from greater harm than we could ever realize. Your character, honesty and integrity fortified your pursuits of happiness and peace while attempting to extinguish evil. A real humble and humane hero whose values and scruples matched your energy, wisdom and resolve. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 17, 2018

For all the accidents that cost a public servant their life, there has to be some remedy to correct this perplexing and serious problem. A shooting range, a bad drug deal, an ambush where an officer is killed by their partner, mistaken for a suspect, things and departments must overhaul this system so justice is meed out fairly. I do understand you have domestic situations where a couple who are police and one who is off balance comes and kills their spouse who serves the people. Here in Dade County there has been one instance of an accidental death. Your life, Officer Cook and career did not happen by chance. We the people here in Dade County were given supremely superior protection, the love and admiration of society upon your stellar and humbly heroic soul of serenity doing its job with a full barrage of boldness, bravery, loyalty and the dignity of integrity which directed humanity's peaceful navigations. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 16, 2018

Shipwrecked by complacency and incompetence , police departments already have enough to worry about besides securing the safety and peace of those they serve and protect along with keeping their colleagues safe and secure. Violence does not discriminate, it goes after police, young and old, kids of all ages no matter their educational status, background or race.The creed of cold and calculating individuals is attack them and who cares so what? You gave more than your value and life, Officer Cook, defending Dade County from the throes of woe and sorrow. If only your dignity, honesty and integrity could bring you back to your loved ones and peers of resolve and character, Officer Cook, then your missions in life could continue in a gameful manner. You will always be honored for having the right stuff, heroism, humility for humanity and the ideals by which we can revere your legendary and most humble name. One day I'll have to pay a visit back to D.C. and the Police Memorial Wall of Honor where your solemn service is resting on a plaque there. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 16, 2018

The achievements of a person's life and chosen career really do accentuate the authenticity of their loyalty and due diligence to their tasks at hand. Slowly but surely peace and its reason floated humbly and quietly around the venues of Dade County. And all because of your heroics and honor, Officer Cook. A gentleman with a humane heart, a scholarly young man looking for hope and some faith among those desiring a little shelter from senseless violence. You stuck in and hammered away feverishly to maintain a code of ethics for us, the citizens who wanted to live with dreams and freedoms. All our aspirations have been firmly grounded within those cornerstones, Officer Cook, that your maturity, decency and vision helped to begin. Your wisdom and commitment poured into your labors of love and esteem for those who were besieged by bad people bent on destroying our society . And thank goodness for your unrelenting goodwill, spirit of free choice and the gallantry that graces us . You were here for twenty-five years, too short a period of time and yet they are were blessed and counted as your heavenly reward for your efforts put forth. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 16, 2018