Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Loss of life does not destroy the love one who gives and sacrifices for the common cause. It's a bonding process that can occupy many years and yet that hole never really can be filled. Your loss, Officer Cook, as tragic as it was helped to bring together those folks who truly desired peace and its stabilizing harmony. The faith and ferocity brought hope as did your reverence, integrity and dignity for a demanding task. So much to absorb. Little time to think and to react. That day you did your utmost to restore calm and humility to a scene gone haywire by a heinous individual's dislike for authority. Your blessed name is etched on walls and in our thoughts, hearts, minds, your family, fellow peers of perseverance and friends from afar. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. There is a lot of fight left in the Cook, Wilkerson and Tidwell Families, plenty of love, esteem and affection to go around the room shall we say. As the holidays fast approach, just to let you know, Officer Cook, you are missed terribly and its a profound loss of a great person and a wonderful soul with a gentle spirit of admiration to match.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 14, 2018

If only that day you could have diffused a dire dilemma in the heart of Liberty City in Miami where you protected and served with true compassion and humility the citizens of Dade County. Officer Cook, you were a humbly gallant man of the morals and character that has endeared you to so many individuals. The sacrifices we think we make are nothing when compared to your humane and brave resources. Our peace and prosperity can move forward, why can't yours, Officer Cook? We remember and offer a solemn and most deserving salute to you. A gentleman of the highest intellect, wisdom and the maturity to size up a situation and to take proper command, better yet, leadership and the skills needed to persuade others to follow suit in those trails of tenacity not tyranny. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 14, 2018

Time really flies by before you can bat an eye. Better make your affirmations, promises and live by them for one never knows when that day of reckoning will come. Dade County and its people witnessed genuine admiration and general peace and safety all because of your unwavering and unselfish actions of heroism and honor, Officer Cook. Character must stamp its seal of approval upon your missions of resourcefulness and the charges in your journeys. Destinies of devotion and desire, your dreams, aspirations and goals were deemed accomplished and complete. At the tender young age of twenty-five, violence, hatred and evil should not have stepped in and taken your life. A career and pathways so filled with nothing but humility and the distinction of serving our community one that fondly looks back upon your professionalism. Its efficiency, proficiency and unique sense of balance was there on a daily basis. The wicked shall not flourish. The righteous they reap their heavenly rewards for doing what God tells us is proper and fitting. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 14, 2018

Your dignity and boldness, Officer Cook, communicated the esteem and respect you had for your position. A role so important that it extracts every ounce of courage and bravery, honesty and integrity from those women and men who stand in there and defend our rights, our resolve and our intuitions. Your ingenuity, wisdom, character and vision, Officer Cook, have been and forever will be a shining light that glows humbly and warmly from your heroic legacy. A born leader, motivator and instructor with humility and faithfulness all in your cherished heart. You'll be remembered and saluted for helping salvage good relations among mankind. If only that tragic day never occured. The what ifs remain for your family , friends and colleagues to ponder. They still have wonderful memories of a young man so talented and yet so refined. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 14, 2018

Honors, homage and salutes are really never final, for they can be bestowed at all hours and times when crisis and turmoil lurks. The public is entitled to excellent service validated by quality honor, wisdom and the vision that delivers true humble dignity and integrity. You arranged that for Dade County's folks, Officer Cook and so much more. Their lives have been enriched greatly all due to your diligence and vigilance so vital to peace and freedom overriding violence and its associated evil. You were a hero of the most sacred and faithful of magnitudes. Success do not come easy as it's humbly instilled in its bravest and most genuine of police officials. God took you, Officer Cook, as young and strong as you were for a reason we don't really quite understand. Your family and colleagues in arms are to this day still trying to come to grips with why? May 16, 1979, five minutes before ending your watch with your partner. Going to a call you attended to many other times. The emotions running high, a desperate, diabolical and devious young man bent on taking the lives of private citizens and the police? For what logical explanation? Heroism and humanity were stirred together by humility's exploits. Your missions, passages, journeys and destinations of determination and true dedication of character and the scruples of survival. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You engaged. You educated. You enlightened and fought long and hard to live and breathe like those comrades who stood with you in those trenches of tenacity. Its ferocity having those everlasting affects upon us. Never forgotten. Always well regarded and highly respected.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 13, 2018

So dear and near and yet your beautiful soul, Officer Cook, is affixed at Our Lord's heavenly gates of grace and gallantry. Those worthy and most astute of heroic public servants rest ever so gently, their souls of security and peace now patrolling those heavenly pavements of prosperity where you reside, Officer Cook. You sacrificed, grew up and worked for and lived in a community where unity and liberty were to make excellent acquaintances. Dade County and its citizens realized their dreams and ambitions rode upon your badge of boldness and your uniform, pristine and crisp, full of integrity and dignity from the constitution of one humble and humanely loyal servant. Always heroically remembered and deservedly saluted for valor and unselfish resolve and effort. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 13, 2018

The vitality of the people depend on the health and welfare of those sworn men and women who serve for a specific cause. The case and point of crusading for courage where peace and serenity, hope and goodwill may be located. Its epicenter during your watch, Officer Cook, was in the heart and soul of Dade County and its areas of personal interest. You allowed your tenacity to take you to where violence needed to be headed off before more bedlam ensued. You were a stalwart whose character and conviction resurrected the masses and now God has taken you back to heaven to humbly watch over us and our journeys of faith and hope. Time flies by before you know it. Success and failure hinge upon our every movement. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 13, 2018

Peace and unity travel down those lonely roads of resolve and bravery all driven by meaningful honesty, integrity and the dignity to put in place the strength to carry on. We carry on with your agendas of fruition, Officer Cook, as best we can, though your service and character were a formidable duo in fighting off the forces of evil. It's a fever pitch, but one task that must get done justly,proudly and most humbly. Dade County has suffered enough and your morals, values and commitment saw those residents with at least an opportunity to live peacefully as one. You'll be forever saluted for heroism, heart and humility that stays within those comrades who served with you and of course, your beloved family. A cherished and admired man and an even more gallant gentleman with a compassionate heart.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 13, 2018

Prospects for peace are on the horizon so long as our most dependable and honest of public servants stay true to form in ferocity, character, dignity and integrity. What made you the humble and treasured hero and colleague to your peers, Officer Cook, was your willingness to fight a foe so powerful, its winds of evil can destroy lives. Life so valuable and yet one where peace and unity can only occur through consistent dedication and steadfast determination, one that you possessed, Officer Cook. Never forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You gave us encouragement to dig deeper and to march forward with our journeys of happiness, the same ones you relished and should be here to see them through. God is watching over your family as is your wonderful soul of quiet and introspection. .

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 12, 2018

The words and their meanings try to inspire us and give us a ray of hope and goodwill for our futures. Yours, Officer Cook, was certainly on the upside with more journeys left to behold. You held the pulse of peace and freedom for Dade County citizens in those humble palms and now you are being cradled in God tender loving arms for eternal safekeeping. The honor, integrity and dignity were all witnessed by family and colleagues alike who knew and understand a true hero and a gallantly humble man of character, desire and determination. To stay the course and make the endeavor for security takes a great leap of faith and conscience. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Those big green fields where you relished taking photos are just a glimpse into the happenings in heaven that await angels of valor and courage. Superior saviors and heroes and heroines, humility and civility do reap their just rewards.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 12, 2018

Unity is one instrument. And that is to bring one and all together even in times of crisis and strife. You see the real honest people and those just going through the motions. Dignity, desire and integrity when protecting life and property are not agents by which you go through the motions. Ordinary individuals have these same characteristics just as all humble and loyal public servants must. You possessed superior capabilities, Officer Cook, sheltering Dade County and its folks from terror by maintaining calm even in a stressful situation. May 16, 1979, sure was that day, hot, sunny and very confrontational for you and your fellow officers in Liberty City. What transpired next, you gave your life and career for peace and its potentials to make their rounds throughout a community that salutes your ingenuity, wisdom and humility. Bringing sanity and sense back to those clamoring for a sense of values and pride. The good Lord gives and He takes back His angelic heroes and heroines of valor to safely patrol His sacred pathways of perfection where no further harm will happen to you. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 12, 2018

What we know regarding law and order, peace and prosperity could fill a thimble. What good honest and hard charging men and women do everyday is place the most sacred of themselves in the line of fire shielding us from peril and wickedness. Your whole life, Officer Cook, was an indication of integrity, dignity and humility learned, preached and practiced the right way. Dade County sure had a most cherished, respected and admired leader of others securing the peace while making certain those dangers were kept at bay from us. Only the conclusive character, commitment to pride and morals could faithfully carry out those assignments where awareness, acumen and instincts kick in. Never more polished and a proficient man wearing a crisp uniform and a shiny badge fairly going about his daily official business. Humanity was well served by you, Officer Cook, I 'm sure your family and brave comrades miss you so dearly. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Liberty City and its residents got A number effort and the grace and humanely heroic actions from a superior warrior and servant of Our Creator.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 12, 2018

Liberty is not a license to commit mayhem. Freedom is not a facility by which to obstruct justice. Bravery is for those humble and boldest of public servants of which you were in Dade County during the 1970s, Officer Cook. Messing around with honor, dignity and integrity is one sure way to get yourself in trouble and those whom you serve and protect in harm's way of terror and evil. You stayed the paths of diligence and perseverance, Officer Cook. the peace and unity had the potential to channel themselves into more friendlier serenity and stability through your character to one and all. A man of missions that brought the promises of faith, hope and goodwill to all of society. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 12, 2018

Mayhem creates a flood of memories. Memories of a heroic life and a career headed for more humility. It also lays out an evil person's criminal problems while our bravest and most honorable stand toe to toe confronting violence. Your family has wonderful memories that will always be a part of them and their happy pursuits in life, Officer Cook. Badge#1664 stood tall in humbleness, dignity and the integrity to restore peace and harmony to those living in Dade County who desired serenity and the safety needed to aspire. You were a man, a gallant warrior who kept his word of character and vision right where it had the most positive effect. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Officer Cook, you lived a proud and sacred life, twenty-five years of excellence and the destinies of decency that have now been rewarded by Our Master of this universe.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 11, 2018

Tenacity is no small token when fighting against the likes of terror and its miserable evil. Your ferocity and character, Officer Cook, protected the residents of Dade County quite well while you held your honor, integrity and dignity in place. It displayed its due diligence which allowed the prospects of unity and peace to continue flowing through. You remain a most cherished and admired public servant who followed his trails and chose the right profession. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A heroic legacy steers the currents of conviction and courage forever in our midst. Saluted and so humbly honored for nobility and the humility to reckon what needed fixing. You did your part bravely, humanely and very unselfishly.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 11, 2018

Premature passing is not always preventable. It is noted in some writings that death is better than a life of pain and suffering. Your untimely passing, Officer Cook, that awful day of May 16, 1979, when you heroically answered a domestic call that forever validated your legacy of love and affection for Dade County's citizens. All the esteem poured into your commitments, convictions and vision for a prosperous and peaceful future. Heroes and heroines give the language of humility, honesty, integrity and dignity a humble curtain call for their exposure and for your character and ethics to shine forth upon us and your beloved family members and courageous peers who now continue your battles and missions endeavoring to abort the advances of a large adversary. You performed your professional roles ably, capably and without regret sealing our walls of tranquility and the desires to remain secure and protected. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 10, 2018

The guilty know who they are. It's the innocent that need protecting and service in order for them to march on in their journeys. Our mission is very clear, try and make Our Lord's world a little safer. Serenity and peace were your words of advice, Officer Cook, to one and all residing in Dade County. A class man of desire and vision whose wisdom and maturity was was ahead of others. With humility and esteem being led by your morals and principles, Officer Cook, it is surely never going to tarnish your glowing legacy. A real honest hero who gave his life and whose soul captivate sall who look up to the stars and moon at night. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. So honored and so revered. Respect and admiration are gained by loyalty and valiant public service. Yours, Officer Cook, is what makes dreams and goals become a reality. Not the first to the finish line, but steady success along the paths of perseverance.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 10, 2018

Brains and brawn are fine. But, its honesty and humility that sets our most courageous souls apart. What set you apart from your comrades, Officer Cook, was your gallant and unselfish efforts to ease the turmoil that existed in Dade County during your time. A time where racial unrest and tensions boiled over. That domestic dispute where you gave your life in a dignified and humbly way signified what your loved ones and peers knew already. You just dug in and tried your utmost to stop a mad man from causing more harm. You won't be forgotten. For with resolve and character such as yours, Dade County will remain safer and more sounder. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. God's heavenly encouragement do not let up, there is no surcease.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 10, 2018

Brave souls expose their tender and gentle wings of wonder to seek our peace and harmony. Our serenity and security was lovingly placed in your humble hands of engagement, Officer Cook and the streets and folks of Dade County were never in more heroically honorable arms of responsibility. Your commitment and character all came from your integrity and dignity which helped to sprout calmness where it was most needed. Today, your family and comrades, Officer Cook, pay homage to unconditional loyalty, faithfulness and the willingness that humility allows its public servants to go our and patrol for the terror that still torments our peaceful pursuits in life. Our dreams and aspirations have become such because of your heroic legacy. It left behind much more to fulfill and to champion. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Destinies, journeys and their compassionate missions are surely measured by Our Creator. His angelic angels now and for eternity watch over the fortress where ferocity and tenacity were given excellent attention in helping to avert more calamity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 10, 2018

Losing gracefully and fair and square is one thing. Being a sore loser is something else. You take your lumps like a man and pick yourself up and move on. You waged a ferocious war over evil in Dade County, Officer Cook and because of your character, stamina and serene manner were able to contain violence for the most part. Integrity, dignity and honesty are those first building blocks which guide the pathways of boldness through. You are the hero who resolved and brought peace and safe trails to a community looking for answers. Never more humility, humbleness and humanely desirable actions to be fondly treasured and saluted vigorously. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 10, 2018

Time passes as your ferocity has been stoically saluted, Officer Cook. A career and a humble life of honesty, integrity and dignity portrayed you as a cherished partner in this battle over evil. Its boldness cannot begin to match up to the boldness you had. The Central Division had a hell of warrior representing Dade County and its people. They wanted freedom, liberty and unity, they got the complete package of proficiency and the professionalism that character and conviction spread upon their brave and valiant men and women whose wings of resolve humanely gave their lives for a noble cause. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 9, 2018

With a caring and concerned heart, Officer Cook, humility and honesty took you in various directions around the Dade County community patrolling our peace and quality of life. A gentleman of gallantry and humility skillfully navigating his path in life around a venue where your heroism has been validated by salutes of sanctity. Peace and justice beckon for boldness and the commitment of a duly talented public servant of which you were, Officer Cook. The balloons have been released, the birds chirp, your soul, Officer Cook, keeps us engaged with our pursuits of life in happiness and prosperity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your destinies, Officer Cook, are the humane and serious actions of one determined and motivated young man.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 9, 2018

The trails of a person's tenacity teach us the lesson regarding their bravery, valor and humbly integrated honor. You had the values, Officer Cook, to carry out your duties faithfully and with a sense of humility. Those servants who display the correct character and commitment are the angelic heroes and heroines who understand it. Dade County and its residents were well preserved by your caring resolve and excellent perseverance. Never forgotten and always fondly cherished. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Enhancement leaves a path of dignity of which those future men and women must serve us under. Thank goodness for your hope, mercy and goodwill given back to our society, Officer Cook.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 9, 2018

Worrying only keeps one from doing their roles properly. Police do have a right to be concerned and you took responsibility to heart, Officer Cook. Your words were your bond and the affirmation of which you served and preserved like no other. Bravery, honor and integrity helped to stop evil and for what transpired on May 16, 1979, may you be forever remembered for having humbleness and the humility to act civil and thoughtful manner. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. What supports dignity, ingenuity and conviction are the principles, Officer Cook, of which you looked after us and for the peace and unity we continue to treasure because of your unselfish sacrifice.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 9, 2018

A day in the life of a public servant is one built on morals, character and the courageous dignity to serve and to protect us from terror. Evil and its violence destroys the honor of peace and serenity with which you served Dade County and its folks, Officer Cook. You do your due vigilance and keep humility and heroism on your uniform and that's what you did all your life and for six outstanding years of support and vision. Your unwavering and undying wisdom and bright smile is certainly missed. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 9, 2018