Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Loneliness. Sadness. Tears. Prayers and meditation. To stop what you are doing and to ponder the despair your family, Officer Cook, had to be going through after your untimely loss. The profound grief and anguish had to be so immense and the tears nothing worse than the loss of a beloved hero, your warrior son, brother, husband, uncle, great-uncle and a loyal comrade to all your peers. The prayers and best wishes went out to the Cook Family whose devoutness kept your mother, Mrs. Julia Cook, alive and well all those decades later after your tragic day, Officer Cook, when a vengeful young man unleashed terror in Dade County and you and your partner that day, Reserve Officer Scott Lincoln, went to that scene of chaos, Officer Cook. Through it all your character, commitment and support of your fellow officers was the quintessential example of honor, integrity and dignity with vision and wisdom humbly trying to shade humanity from this unquestionable misery. Always the prayers for your family. Only salutes and condolences on your profound loss. Society misses you greatly and wants you, Officer Cook, to know we are there for you. That beacon of light and the boldness that honorably and willingly helped to seal peace within our walls of happiness and safety. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Being alone is not always so healthy for the soul. Your treasured spirit, Officer Cook, is soundly nestled among the many souls of engagement,bravery and the serenity to battle on in eternity. Everlasting quiet. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A proud warrior with a pristine uniform of proficiency and the perseverance to face onuses straight ahead.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 21, 2018

Ghastly what violence seems to promote in our society. Leading to anarchy and kayos, bedlam and mayhem, its unbelievable and unmistakable evil that sours our plans for peace, unity and the goodwill that prosperity brings. And for your humble role, Officer Cook, you brought great resolve and effort on behalf of your department and all Dade County's citizens. Heroic and humane from your heart, diligent and dignified which in turn personifies a public servants character that humanity looks up to in times of crisis. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 21, 2018

Glib you were, Officer Cook. This was not a fib. Ferocious and fearless. An unending support of serenity and efficiency to see Dade County through its toughest battles yet The courage, the conviction, commitment to desire, devotion and the driven dignity to lead honesty and dignity down those paths of perception and reality. What else can you say of a gallant and graceful warrior of valor and no doubts. You captivated, Officer Cook and garnered our peace, unity while staying focused and serene. all from your undying humility delivered everyday toward humanity. A revolving door of decency awaited your arrival, Officer Cook, in the throne of tenacity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 20, 2018

Culture is enjoyed by some of us. What we relish most is our liberties and freedoms of movement to do as we please. After all when you reside in the freest world, you should not have to take things for granted. police never should. You did not either, Officer Cook. You lived each moment and secured the public peace and unification for all Dade County's folks. With a deft touch of tenacity creating humble honor, grand devotion to dignity and integrity all the makings of fairness and firmness passed quietly as we pursued our goals and aspiring happiness, the very same you were allowed and should not have had taken away by sheer evil. Your colleagues and family pause to honor your scruples and outstanding resiliency. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Good character shuts off the valves of resentment and only enhances endeavor which your missions were will composed with, Officer Cook.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 20, 2018

I meant to say you kept dignity by your belt, Officer Cook and the redemption is not very far off. No fat. You were a slim gentleman with a wise and tender heart of loyalty and esteem. Your brightness shone through as you patrolled Dade County. Common sense and courtesy along with character, never conceit nor deceit. Humility propelled peace and security, safety and sanity through the region. We all miss you, Officer Cook, your family faithful comrades and a boat load of friends who enjoyed their times with you and Karen. Only the most humble of heroes and heroines toil in effort in Our master's den of decency and devotion. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. It's enhancement and enrichment which spell out the proximity of endearment. You were one sensational public servant, Officer Cook, poised and persevering with fighting resolve.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 20, 2018

Gab as you must, but, remember physical action speaks louder than talk. You acted very quickly, Officer Cook, to save life and limb of your fellow colleagues and those civilians involved in that messy domestic dispute of May 16, 1979. Dade County never forgot your courage and caring esteem, Officer Cook. A legend of a man whose diligence and devotion where A plus. Integrity like never before. Dignity to dig deeper to battle such a hurtful foe. Honor to humanely screen us from the pain and anguish of undue harm. Never more conviction, wisdom and vision to clear our pathways for peace and happiness, while wiping your trails free of impediments. Clutch character and the journeys to see you through your destinies. Our Lord has your soul of uniqueness humbly stored where it has a most difficult job, to patrol His streets while looking after others here bravely going about their professional business. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Sleep well, Officer Cook, the redemption is not very fat off.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 20, 2018

Gliding to gallantry is not so simple. You must have your feet on the ground in character, ethics and the honor that comes with the vital task in serving the public. Your sources, Officer Cook, led you on your patrols of peace and serenity for all Dade County. You delivered the goods of gladness and grace to a community that will forever salute your heroism, humility and special insight. Thoughtful and tenacious, your career and life, Officer Cook, was the total embodiment of fruition and very faithful protection. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Take time to make time. You could always be relied upon to share and demonstrate your concerns as you tackled violence and its horror.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 20, 2018

The caravan of your crusades, Officer Cook, was loaded with staunch loyalty, a fond and unwavering faithfulness. All measured by your austere honesty, integrity and the ingenuity of keeping dignity belt as you served Dade County citizens. We could treasure our security and channel our passions into tranquility and civility because of your unselfish and undying humility. All the class, desire, decency and scruples any public servant worth their salt can possess. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Hope the Wilkerson's Tidwell's and yourself, Mrs. Cook are enjoying a restful summer. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Our world was indeed blessed by your wholesome and supportive participation, Officer Cook, in these seemingly endless wars over terror.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 20, 2018

Certain patterns of values and ideals must be replicated and duplicated on a daily basis. Your genes, Officer Cook, represented the authenticity of modern day good people. Honor. Integrity. Dignity. All the standard bearers of top notch police work. Dade County and its people saw a decent young man pursuing his inspirational vibes and through your humble resolve and humility, Officer Cook, harmony and sanctity became a living and breathing reality. No man or woman of valor wants to see wickedness, you my neighbor, friend and hero faced an adversary square on and at least give your very best attempt to arrest a troubled young man. His life was sad and pathetic. Your life and career exemplified true humility and the heroism displayed toward humanity. Rest in peace. You had much left to accomplish, Officer Cook, Our Master his your gentle angel's wings tucked next to Him along with the many heroes and heroines of bravery.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 20, 2018

Twenty-three thousand men and women sacrificing their lives for safety and peace. And yet humbly speaking departments carry on with their cherished missions. Mercy, faith and the hope that springs eternal. You take a man of solid commitment, morals and the character plus their honesty, integrity and dignity, somehow the total package is there and yet it takes a department effect to succeed in fighting crime. Your humble and heroic name, Officer Cook, brought Dade County and its people new dreams, goals and aspirations to live happier and more peaceful lives. Now, God has your humane and loyal soul of esteem in His house of compassion forever wrapped in His palms for eternal safekeeping. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 20, 2018

Milk and honey blending together are like bravery and honor shadowing each other. Dade County was always aware of your vital presence, Officer Cook, as it shined magnificently. A gentleman of compassion and perseverance protecting us from the evil of violence. Encounters no one wants to think of. Your character and professional conduct was heroic and stellar in nature. A blessed man of boldness, dignity and integrity. This all drove your pursuits of happiness in breaking newer grounds for peace and prosperity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 20, 2018

I apologize Officer Cook. I left a reflection for Officer William Askew and used your name by mistake. Violence is like that venomous serpent that sinks is teeth and despicable actions into our communities. And so to fight its nasty affects you must have officers dedicated and honest, confident and with integrity, character and class to raise our expectations and levels of peace and unity to a higher level. Complacency may never rap against those cages where courage and commitment stand as one for our liberty and serenity, sanctity and sanity may be usurped forever. Thank God you were a strong minded individual, Officer Cook, happy and healthy, ready to defend our determinations for a brighter future, one made better if you were present with your loved ones and peers of preservation. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Our Lord's lights of bravery and hope shine brightly against the glowing souls of His honor roll of heroes and heroines. Humility and humanity came forth calling them in unison.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 19, 2018

Webs of evil spun trigger yet again the worst trouble. For America, land of the free and the home of the brave, our many good souls of welcoming encouragement are out there patrolling and risking their life for our security. It's loud and clear that signal you sent, Officer Cook, to all Dade County residents to be aware and careful. You were fearless in all your yearnings and never wavered from your courses of corrective heroic actions. To bind our freedom and prosperity this takes a communal effort and through your dignity, integrity and always present and reliable honesty did the tasks and challenges get met. Head on and straight forward as we march on continuing to channel, hope, faith hand decency into your legacy, Officer Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 19, 2018

It takes a real man or woman to be able to patrol and to acquire our stability and taciturn moments. Destiny awaits those heroic souls of conviction who brave danger exposing their being to whatever needs to be accomplished. Right from wrong and no kid gloves. Honor. Integrity. Dignity. Loyalty and the lessons each public servant can teach to one another. Until the cupboard is bare every reasonable means is to be utilized and implemented in this never ending battle over terror. You put on your uniform of pride and your badge of not only boldness but dedication and determination personified gallantly pursuing your childhood dreams and aspirations to make safe again Dade County's citizens. Saluted for courage and a commander of compassion. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. God tests His finest angels of valor daily to see if their perceptions are spot on.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 19, 2018

Insert incentive and integrity into your plans of action and there's a better chance of being successful in all your endeavors. Problems require solutions. Revolutions need grit and gumption to figure out. Here in Dade County you calculated the landscape, Officer Cook and drove everlasting security and serenity into our hearts, those still sad and broken because of your untimely loss. Society ails and yet despite the unbearable grief we march on with our agendas for harmony and shelter for all. Your class and character, commitment and decision making said it all, Officer Cook, a humane and humble hero to all. Sacrifice brings about certain things that morals and ethics bring to any given venue. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 19, 2018

Grudges grip a society already filled with chaos. They sap the energy of our most gallant and resourceful women and men who grace our planet with a plethora of unwavering and never ending perseverance and resolve. You always had that special smile on your face of ferocity, Officer Cook, tenacious not pugnacious. Ready to pitch in whenever called upon. In particular that is precisely why we in Dade County have a certain humble peace of mind and the safety to go wherever we want to pursue our joys of good health and a wealth of knowledge. Champions care. Pessimism takes delight in ruination. Always giving humility and humanity a tremendous uplifting. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 19, 2018

A man of steel with eagle ears and a tender caring heart of resolve. Your courage and composure, Officer Cook, are among the many reasons why you are forever to be saluted as a humble and loyal Dade County law enforcement hero. Honesty, integrity and dignity strike the chords where no person may go. Not everyone is cut out for searching for peace and for promoting unity and a spirit of goodwill for all mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 19, 2018

Weed out and replant the seeds of serenity and goodness. All in a day's effort, Officer Cook, a Dade County hero whose legacy stands on firm soil. For having the hope and integrity may you be blessed by Our Creator who steered your paths in life most prudently and proficiently. Heroes and heroines receive mentions for having mettle and morals bolted along with their radiance and boldness. Your cherished and humble soul of charity and peace rests soundly in God's great crater in heaven. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 18, 2018

Justice has eagle eyes to see precision and pristine bravery and integrity conducted along with honor, decorum and dignity. Exactly, what Dade County and its citizens expected and got that and much more loyalty and character back from you, Officer Cook. Your consummately remembered for giving sage advice and for having the wisdom and courage of a lion to go out and to patrol for peace and sanity when it was most needed. Never a bad word, only a calming influence and genuine humility. Humanity's gift to the world. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 18, 2018

A smile can last a while. A hero's memory lasts forever as honor, dignity, integrity and humility stay implanted in a decent person such as you, Officer Cook. Never better character, conviction and style of commitment to both pride and excellence while serving Dade County. One's own intuition and reputation are important in fighting off the forces of evil and you deserve all the salutes and humble honors that befit your dedication and driven desire, Officer Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Clever and charismatic you'll always be remembered for give your all. Sanctity, serenity and the zealousness of going right toward violence never batting an eye.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 18, 2018

Winners are winners. Whiners are whiners. A sage man of intelligence and articulation, you provided many joyful moments, Officer Cook, It's because unwavering courage and effort went into your unselfish sacrifice to keep peace and clarity directed in all areas of Dade County. The benefits of your boldness and character are still and forever being felt. Honor and integrity, dignity and desire, decency and devotion have all be transplanted to a higher spiritual place, it is called eternity where your fellow brothers and sisters, all heroic and humane as your soul is rest there as angelic heroes. God will never do anything to harm His grateful and humble flock of tenacity. Humility and vision can sleep soundly. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 18, 2018

Good humor is an ice cream. Having composure during stressful moments is mandatory for all police. Never can an officer act crazily and not have their honor about them. You kept bravery and integrity close to your belt, Officer Cook, a loyal and cherished friend of all Dade County residents. You made your word your solemn bond of assurance and the results were outstanding as you tried your utmost everyday and on that sad day of May 16, 1979. You'll be a beacon of hope and goodwill for all future men and women who bravely go out as you did, Officer Cook, to attempt to bring peace and unity to a community crying out for help. Lookout over your family, peers of character. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 18, 2018

Simple things are just that. Complexity makes us think more clearly. You pondered and understood your job responsibilities , Officer Cook. The good folks of Dade County were protected by your youthful concern and fond heart. It's humility and honesty that greatly assists all public servants in the course of their duties. Yours, Officer Cook, was to maintain a calming presence and to have stoic character and commitment battened down to your dignity and integrity what delivered peace, serenity and the stabilizing forces of ferocity sure as the sun rises. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 18, 2018

A gripe won't turn down the volumes of mischief. Only the love and respect that esteem and dignity will do to assist our crimefighters. Dade County was properly guarded during your courses of heroic action, Officer Cook. With a seal of approval did you go out and try to save life and property. Most elegantly demonstrated on May 16, 1979, charisma and character circling those wagons where tranquility and unity were dispersed among the residents. A good man with a heart of gold and maturity beyond your years called back to heaven too soon. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 17, 2018

We've got to believe Our Lord has compassion overall HIs creatures. Biking. Hiking. Whatever we do He is looking down on us. He gave you, Officer Cook, your tips and cues concerning service and He kept your compass of valor, honesty and integrity as perfectly straight as possible. Twenty-five years of piety, kindness with a humane and gentle soul of peace and the intensity to withstand the surges of war and evil. Dade County had true value, class and care when Badge#1664 was out in force scouring the streets and keeping tensions in tow. Only the best of intentions, Officer Cook, the finest and proudest man of ingenuity and invention streaming our way. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 17, 2018