Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

The good Lord is up in His heavenly tower looking down on His flock of brave and astute heroes and heroines who have undertaken a big challenge. The exam everyday is to secure and provide a safe haven for all to travel under. Here in Dade County you were wonderful, Officer Cook, strong and bold, polite and well mannered. Having the integrity, honor and boldness workes well considering your dignity was never questioned. Badge#1664 was well respected and revered for having the vision and gumption to perform in an outstanding way. You'll be forever saluted and so honored for humility that duplicated your gallantry. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your periscope was persevering and perusing like no other. Gregarious and personable. That smile will never be forgotten. Old Glory should be respected. Your parents taught you and Nancy, Officer Cook, some marvelous lessons fo rus all to learn and to share with one another.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2017

Excuses are for those who don't put forth the endeavor. Their reasons seem somewhat suspect. Nothing suspect regarding your security over us, Officer Cook, here in Dade County. You were the everpresent public servant full of integrity, dignity and honor. Respected and admired for coming to aid your colleagues and those folks held under siege by a troubled young man. It will always be why? Why do the best die young? Your wisdom, inspirational hope and goodwill were the blessings your family, peers and friends can lean on during turbulent moments. Officer Cook, your feats of ferocity and tenacity have left trails for others to try and emulate, hard to do, maybe some praying will assist them greatly. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2017

I'm sure your comrades, Officer Cook, have had a difficult time overcoming your tragic loss even as the years roll on by. You were their hero and a legendary figure in the books of heroes and heroines who have laid down their lives for peace and safety to stay on the courses of humility and honor. Only integrity and dignity along with many other fine attributes helps fight this never ending war over turmoil. Dade County does not forget its servants of God who faithfully carry out their missions of mercy, hope and due diligence. You provided relief to many, Officer Cook, a blessed man with very blessed family. They are very proud of what you accomplished and miss you very much. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2017

Gutterballs are bad in bowling. Disloyalty and dishonor do more harm staining, tarnishing and usurping the fine reputations of our most beloved and devoted public servants. On the tennis court, Officer Cook, you enjoyed your games with Officer Keith DiGenova and on Dade County's streets it was all business, boldness and nobility. The humbleness of your gentle soul touched the lives of so many folks. Dignity and integrity it too reached out to the masses. Never more a wonderful young man always a polite and studious individual. God has plenty of character, courage and commitment nestled humbly in His doors of desire and determination. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2017

Vandalizing one's final resting peace steals their humility, honor and unwavering bravery. So I am very glad I was able to get the cemetery to replace your badge with a replica of Dade County. Although, I'm sure, Officer Cook, that having a copy of your heroic badge placed down on the cross would be preferable. Nevertheless, you were your community's hero of the highest regard and unquestionale resolve. When one places integrity and dingity on the line to save and to serve the public we must be very careful to offer them solemnly humble salutes of duty when called for. Your family, friends and humane colleagues have revered and respected your attempts to calm and to conquer terror. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2017

Take solace that your memory, Officer Cook, will always be revered forever. Your humane honesty, durability, dignity and integrity all stemmed from your fine character. One man's commitment to excellence and pride in wearing a unifrom and badge of boldness and giving every last ounce of energy to succeed mightily in all your efforts. Dade County has its spirit and goodwill stamped a sone beacuse of your unwavering humility on humanity's behalf. Morals, values and ideals are all fine and so are dreams so long as you pursue them wisely. Conviction and valor went out on your patrols and will always be a part of your heroic legacy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2017

Violence scares the very souls of thos ewho choose to humbly pursue their happiness. It leaves scars of tension which can undo the peace and civility of any community. That's why good men and women, loyal, brave and honest fight evil on our behalf. You gave Dade County and its residents your entire being, Officer Cook, to expose corruption and to courageously keep us serene and protected. You were one public servant as were your peers who were entirely dedicated to your passion and had the compassion, integrity and dignity to keep humility and common sense where they belonged. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2017

Sow the seed, reap what you earn. Police patch up holes in communities where discord and disputes rule the nest. You fixed up Dade County, Officer Cook, by virtue of your humane and telling honesty. Sometimes we must divorce ourselves from the everyday problems and focus on where our integrity and dignity should lie. All servants who protect by their unwavering diligence must equip themselves with all principles of morals and ideals always what brave men and women such as yourself, Officer Cook, subscribed to. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 30, 2017

Lights help shine those precise paths of preservation, perseverance and proficiency. Never lose sight of a man's durability, decision making nor dignity for it can mean all the difference in the outcome of any given circumstance. Your integrity and honor, Officer Cook, represented grace, gallantry and goodwill to all civil minded people living in Dade County. the constitution and character of any loyal and honest public servant must be guided in the ways of boldness, fairness and their commitments to pride and excellence as this is their unquestionable humility to humanity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You consummated better relationships for all of society, its peace and serenity can be directly attributed to your heroism and steadfast motivation.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 30, 2017

Everyday one wakes up is like a rebirth unto itself. Our Creator takes our souls back to heaven to judge them and gives them back to us in the morning. For all the character, fiber and morals, Officer Cook, you served the people of Dade County proudly and most humbly. Your honor, dignity and integrity were well blessed and well grounded in the fabric of ferocity that provided goodwill, peace and liberty among all. Today, is a sad day for your birthday would be joyfully celebrated with your beloved Karen and your many family members. I think a cake in the shape of a tennis court would have been very lovely. Though, you remain cherished and admired for heroism that stretches far and wide just as that big beautiful bright smile to be adored forever. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Sixty-four years of devotion, faith and unwavering humility to mankind.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 30, 2017

Terror does more than tease us. It cuts to our sanity and to our sanctity of live so precious. Just as your life, Officer Cook, meant the world to your family and esteemed colleagues, justice must be handed down swiftly and prudently. You were a cherished man, gallant, reserved and yet you composed yourself with class, honor and integrity. The very humane and humble dignity that patrolled for peace and serenity for all Dade County. You will never be out of sight nor out of our minds for we know heroes and heroines lived and gave their souls of nobility and wisdom for a cause. Violence needs special hands on treatment in order to properly eradicate it from our society where decorum and respect should always be the rule. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 30, 2017

Today, God willing I am going to visit your grave, Officer Cook and offer prayers on your behalf. In your honor, dignity and integrity do you forever rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero of character, desire, decency and faithful devotion to all calls of professional duty. You can be very sure that Dade County and its citizens under your watch was granted ferocity along with humble and humane tenacity. Everything about you, Officer Cook, was accentuated by morals, values and the aspirations to make reality your goal and noble priority where peace and its prosperous identity were on the line for all mankind.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 30, 2017

Terror, torment and turmoil translate into terrifying trouble. No doubt that the very violence we experience each and everyday someplace in this country does cut right into the very souls of peace, unity and the equality of being able to live freely. You can't have your cake and eat it too means I believe that you can't always get your wish to have things without having to earn them justly. Public servants earn their bars, stars and stripes based upon their effort, energy and efficiency. And where is the driving force behind those traits? Staying composed in the very face of strife, something you did very well during your six year police career, Officer Cook, taking excellent care of serving Dade County and its residents need. Everything one works and toils for is supposed to be done with some honor, dignity, integrity and respect for reverence. You were, Officer Cook, mankind's humble and brave messenger of hope, devotion and the resolving faith behind your travels. Peace and togetherness was reaped for one and all by your stitches of serenity and the welcome sight of wisdom, courage and vision. Today, tomorrow, next week and forever will you be heroically saluted for being a humanitarian geared to sanctity, civility, nobility and of all things accountability and its responsibility. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Wanton evil, heinous actions perpetrated by a distressed and diabolical young man took your young life, Officer Cook, you shall never be forgotten. Your wings of commitment are helping your lovely soul fly higher every moment in heaven. Keep those lights from above aglow now and forevermore.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2017

Tradition should never be trampled on. Too much respect and reverence to be shoved aside. When the lives of ordinary people are on the line, it's found in the genes of those gallant and honest enough to care about their safety and peace. A mind is a terrible thing to waste and you never wasted a second, Officer Cook, thinking about trivial matters. The uniform you donned was tailor made to perfection in reverence, resolve and the humane integrity to work well with others and to be able to lead others under stressful times. Dade County was in good hands under your leadership and abilities. The class of stellar character rose to the top as you my neighbor, friend and hero took your challenges and burdens quite seriously saving, serving and keeping sacred affirmations made to steer danger away from us. Rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2017

Photos remind us of our loved ones living or not. Even though they may have passed from this life, their memories should never be expunged from our thoughts and hearts. Never. Heroes and heroines, those loving and passionate individuals who gave their honest lives for a cause. Courage and desire beckon for devotion and the faith to act justly. Smart and of sound wisdom was what made you more humble and humane, Officer Cook, in your travels and pursuits of happiness which at times may be an obstacle for evil which lurks in its path. At least, Officer Cook, your trails were blazed by conviction, valor and integrity. Dade County can proudly remember your exploits of excellence through endeavor that has enhanced and endeared you to so many not only your beloved and wonderful family. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2017

Life offers many mysteries to difficult to understand at times. Why would anyone devote themselves to serving and protecting knowing full well accidents and tragedies may occur at any moment? Why subject yourself to a professional career when there are so many more that offer less stress and often carry with them just as much responsibility where honesty, dignity and integrity must be employed? Police work is very honest and dignified and challenges one's resources to the maximum limits. You dreamed about becoming an officer, Officer Cook, surely teaching music, in particular the drums since you were a master at beating those drums while strolling down Norland High School in Miami's hallways. There was however no doubt, no reservation that your aptitude was geared toward a law enforcement career and your parents, Mr. and Mrs. Cook along with your sister, Nancy, were humbly proud of you when you graduated the police academy and pinned on your badge of boldness, humility and loyal and faithful commitment. We knew where Dade County would be living in peace and contentment all due to your diligence and the unquestionable vigilance. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You sleep soundly in Our Creator's arms of perfect acumen, awareness and astuteness. Keep giving us, Officer Cook, that same determination and fervor from where you eternally patrol those sacred golden streets.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2017

Mercy comes from God's wings of love and emotion. It affects a happening over those who display this interesting characteristic. Having a passion is one thing, having a certain compassion is exuding the humility that God has implanted within all His creatures. You were a happy man, Officer Cook, a hopeful optimistic who was steered to become a police officer since you were a young man. Dade County and its citizens were greeted with a smile and a gentleman of the highest regard for his fellow neighbor. Dignified and poised, humane and full of righteous integrity, you performed your job and its many perilous challenges with common sense, wisdom and the articulate intelligence that remains a vitally important chain of your heroic legacy. The peace and safety, security and serenity has never left those whom you served with and preserved. Never an easy thing to do and surely not easy to carry on without your guiding presence. It's stored in your treasured soul that moves from place to place in God's celestial kingdom. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2017

No bell needed ringing when you went out to serve, Officer Cook. Just very sad and tragic it was the bell at St. Mary's Cathedral sounding when you were borne into this humble house of worship for the final time to be remembered by your family, peers and friends for gallantry, humility and the talents interlocked around dignity, integrity and honesty. You paid with your life to save Dade County and its proud citizens. It was fitting that your character would race to that awful dispute in an attempt to calm a troubled young man who like you had a future. Yours, Officer Cook, was like that hot sun the day all our nation bade you a fond and humane farewell. Bright and beautiful. Your actions of heroism won't ever be overlooked. Peace and passion was distributed wisely and sagely throughout a community that admired your pursuits of happiness while risking your being to further enhance our lives. Inspirational and filled with grace and values. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. God's heavenly shelters afford those who paid the dear price of humbly eternal accommodations. They won't be harmed by anymore violence, terror or turmoil. It was tenacity and compassion that navigated their missions of hope and optimism.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2017

The list of heroes and heroines falling in the lines of duty and danger just seems to be growing. A growth spurt that someday must come to an end. Violence and heinous evil must be derailed, terminated whatever it must be curtailed. Our country and nation demand the most loyal and honest of public servant's protecting our goodwill and grace. You came in, Officer Cook, prepared and planned for your daily rigors of dignity, resolve and integrity at your side. Dade County's folks were well thought of by a humble man of class, decency and the character to battle such an adversary of gigantic proportions. Never forgotten. Stoic and heroic and forever saluted for valiant endeavor. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Others brave and sure say we have your watch, better be sure those words amount to more than just that. God's watching over your soul, Officer Cook, as it serves an even more humane role within the confines of our world.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2017

People sure behave in the strangest of ways. Those who may not act this way are our most humble and honorable public servants. It's their diligence, vigilance and integrity that may never be questioned as they pursue a career where danger can take their lives. Their lives protecting others. For those residing in Dade County your mettle and respect, Officer Cook, made all the difference. Their quiet and peace was all tied to your faithfulness and resolve. Only the character and class was proudly exposed on your uniform and badge of boldness, humility and commitment. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Encouragement and endearment helped your destinies where thoughtfulness and fruition worked well together.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2017

Dumbfounded will not achieve a thing. Desire and the will to survive and to serve humanity will accomplish humbly if bravery and honor are tied together integrity and dignity. They were for your life and career, Officer Cook. Serving and saving all in the lines of duty and its inherent danger. Dade County and its people had their serenity, peace and prosperity soundly laid down by a wise and humane man of faith, resourcefulness and that word character. Time and again going back to values, morals and the ideals of maturity and aspirations. You can dream so long as there is a little light at the end of the tunnel of tenacity. There was and forever will be. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. We'll honor you seriously, Officer Cook, for your solemness and cherished your acts of kindness and mercy. They had and left a profound affect on us all.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2017

Days go by. Time passes us faster than we could ever imagine. Always the best laid plans of mice and men so to speak can go awry. Why? God plans our agendas and for whatever reason we may be loathe to perform up to our expectations. Certainly, no police officer worth their badge and honor can go out on patrol and give a half hearted effort. Lives, dignity and integrity are at stake. The public whom you served valiantly, Officer Cook, did not have to ask very much. They received loyalty and dedication right back. You were a humble and serene man of character who relished your career and life fighting crime and its never ending torment. Today and forever will you, Officer Cook, be revered, respected and solemnly remembered for bravery and heroism of the highest standard. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Salt makes our food taste a bit better. Vision, wisdom and intelligence coupled with keen intuition and ingenuity make one a little more humane and humbler. A truly blessed man, thoughtful and faithful in all your journeys, Officer Cook and missed very much by all who loved and admired your maturity and comprehension above and beyond your twenty-five years in this world. God's fruits are His stoic and angelic heroines and heroes who laid themselves on the line linking them to honor and bravery forevermore.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2017

A most beloved man a humble and humane hero to all taken from his family, colleagues and this society well before his time. Yes, you spent years toiling for peace with sure tenacity and a fever pitch ferocity, Officer Cook. Dade County and its residents could not have asked for a more supremely honorable and cherished gentleman of faith, unwavering devotion and both the unselfish integrity and dignity that your professional position demanded. You delivered outstanding resolve, coolness and a light calmness despite being overwhelmed by an ugly domestic incident between a man and his girlfriend that resulted in three officers shot and yourself giving your life and very promising career. It was a mission accomplished in this extraordinary battle over evil, all the boldness and vision along with inspiring wisdom was left on that Liberty City street on May 16, 1979 and will be forever saluted for valor and courage over and beyond all your tasks given to you. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Tomorrow you would have turned sixty-four, still a tender young age nowadays and all the moments to share with Karen and your family in particular your three great-nieces and one great-nephew. Take care Mrs. Cook. God willing I will pay your "Billy" a visit and offer prayers for a man of distinction, nobility and the humility that his soul offered humanity and the peace and stability planted by his commitment to pride and excellence. Conviction is one thing carrying it out is a bigger than life challenge for every public servant who walks the face of this Earth.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2017

Custom made for the job, you were given the humble and supreme burden, Officer Cook, of offering service with a smile and honesty to last forever as you patrolled Dade County streets. Those living in that community saw one humanely brave hero with all the results of resolve, class and stellar character and commitment to both pride and excellence in the line of duty. It made you the man, the gentleman whose life experiences were journeys of dignified hope and faith. Now as you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero, know that heaven has your humility, nobility, civility and sanctity covered by God's loving hands for safekeeping. Other men and women your fellow heroines and heroes too have those bonds of boldness just waiting for your family members to reunite one day with you. You were that special angelic hero and cherished soul of serenity. Mankind's unique servant of Our Lord. Humble. Fair. Firm. Reliable.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 28, 2017

Certifiably courageous, calm and of stout character. It took your whole repertoire of resolve, faith, honesty and the integrity that sprouts forth from dignity, Officer Cook, to be able to carry out the awesome responsibility of protecting and serving all lives in Dade County. No matter if clouds were hovering overhead or a fog so thick as pea soup, thunderstorms so massive, you were there to save lives and your morals, values and ideals from a devoted hero shall never go undone and shall always be afforded those humane and humble salutes of humility for treasuring those moments and years of loyal and dedicated preservation while risking your life and for giving back to a community that respected your intuition, intelligence and ingenuity all from your tenacity, wisdom and clear vision focused on completing your assigned tasks. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 28, 2017