Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Learning from our miscues can only make us better prepared the next time around. Sometimes in life you only get one chance at persevering, so it's best to make good decisions so as not to let trouble and terror come through that door. Your dignity, honesty and integrity, Officer Cook, made you a much better person and most certainly a better trained public servant of tenacity and calmness. When character and commitment rise straight to the top, then success is almost universally trailing right behind. For those people living in Dade County, peace and prosperity came at the ultimate sacrifice and that was you, Officer Cook, giving your life so enhancement could further its destinations of decency and desire. You were a respected man of humility and those who knew a fine man of class and motivation surely are bemoaning your loss, Officer Cook. Our nation and community where you have been saluted for bravery and professionalism surely realizes what a Godsend and hero you were. God has your wonderful soul and that gorgeous smile wrapped in safekeeping. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 19, 2017

One day the world will see only peace. Violence will be forever vanquished. This will validate what can be humbly put into words. That men and women as brave as you, Officer Cook, succeeded in your fight over evil. Dade County can live in peace and in dignity. You grew up in a loving and nurturing home characterized by desire, decency, class and the will to accomplish thus setting the foundations for your family members to pursue their dreams and aspirations until fruition. Today and everyday you are so humanely honored for your valor. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Officer Cook, keep those heroes and heroines safe by watching over them along with Our Creator's loving and humble guidance. One day things here will proceed normally. Your endeavors shall never be forgotten.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 19, 2017

Police work entails using tactical means to reach a resourceful conclusion to any problem that might arise. Sometimes being taciturn might help out, other times another solution may be better suited. Whatever it took, you utilized your preparations, Officer Cook, as you did for any other occasion. It required honesty, fairness, integrity and dignity to get results. What more could Dade County and its citizens expect? They got peace and calmness, unity with firmness and justice. They received a man of principles, morals and ethics by the book. A gentleman revered by all whose demeanor and fierceness was unmatched as was your unwavering loyalty and valor. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You can rest assure, Officer Cook, those who have taken over your watch do so cautiously and most prudently. Their passions are being observed by your soul as it ascends higher each day.Your life and career mattered. Your destinies and their missions were humanely meaningful and quite insightful. Vision and wisdom are like those peas in a pod. To be used wisely and in moderation. That's the message in this fight over evil.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 18, 2017

Like a violent thunderstorm, violence in this world comes down as hard as an avalanche. You don't need to look any further. When the residents of Dade County saw you, Officer Cook and your patrol car they could only be happy. Having made police work your career as this was your childhood dream to become a public servant, thank God for a mighty proud and humble gentleman of honor and integrity. Dignity drives the desires and foundations o fits loyalest servants of which you were one of them. You were a hero of stellar character, quality in conviction and in commitment to pride and excellence. It all lent credence to your pursuits of happiness while you were trying to maintain civility, peace and liberty foe all. You'll never be far from our hearts and thoughts. Officer Cook, everlasting cornerstones here in Dade County and in a community where you have been humbly saluted and duly honored for courage and bravery will remain as cherished as you will always be. Family, colleagues and friends all loved you and relished your faithfulness to them in times of crisis. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Fruition may have been complete. Only God knows. Just why did your life have to end so tragically with more left to fulfill? Destiny calls someone must pickup that proverbial line. God has His angelic heroes and heroines of valor who picked up that line and delivered resiliency and resolve like no other. Badge#1664 showed up for work ready and willing to pitch in and get that assignment finished with precision. The Walls of Honor are etched and tell us the stories of humanity and its humility to all calls of professional duty.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 18, 2017

Police work is not art. It is only so for sketch artists who draw descriptions of suspected perpetrators. You would have made an excellent crime scene photographer, Officer Cook, if only there was more time allotted to you. Your destinies and their fruition were to clean evil off of Dade County and it streets enabling its fine citizens to live and to prosper more freely and peacefully. The honesty and humility that all public servants must somehow conjure up cannot be taken for granted, nor its integrity and dignity be taken lightly. Violence deserves the highest level of protection and perseverance. You gave your peers and supervisors those assurances and lived up to them in a loyal and resourceful manner. Today, enhancement and the cornerstones of justice, wisdom and vision have been fortified by your admiration, Officer Cook, for a position of responsibility while being brave and trusted in all that you achieved. Twenty-five years of hard work dealing with life and a career where duress and peril bump heads quite often. Far too much for our bravest and most esteemed heroes and heroines like yourself in this never ending pursuit of evil. You performed and wore your uniform excellently and very humbly, Officer Cook. Satisfaction was guaranteed. We wish you were still here. We know God has you surrounded by others who too paid the ultimate price with unselfish loyalty and unwavering dedication. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 18, 2017

Just learned yesterday of a Florida Highway Patrol Trooper injured on the job, hope he pulls through. You pulled your weight, Officer Cook, with a humble wealth of knowledge and skill, bravery and honor and the dignity and integrity to see your missions of destiny until God deemed them finished. What can one say when a gallant man of character and humility chases after evil in order for peace and unity in Dade County for its residents to take shape? We salute your valor and devotion all coming from your professional assurance, reliance and dedication, Officer Cook, the humility to enhance mankind as all brave and faithful public servants endeavor to do. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Those blue skies got a little brighter seeing your smile even though that picture of you in your uniform and badge was probably taken over forty years ago. Facts do not change. You were and still are our hero and your family's hero and warrior. They should be proud of your service and respect for humanity. If only others can carry on a classy fashion as you did. Wickedness had better lookout. The good servants are coming to take you down.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 18, 2017

Superb and yet low keyed, a humble man of distinction, dedication and determination patrolling and protecting the peace, freedom and rights of all Dade County residents. You were a master at your profession, Officer Cook and why did humility and reward grace your life? It's called having the scruples and principles to back up your colleagues when the call went out. No running away. No dodging. Face to face with the very violence you took an affirmation to clean up from the streets. Personable and efficient. Prudent and calming. A good influence for all men and women to pattern their careers after. Now, Officer Cook, you are being so humbly honored for bravery and leadership that dire circumstances calls for. To take the reins, you must be astute and learn from direction. Life and destiny teach us the relevant moments when action and restraint are called for. Gallant and humane. You continue, Officer Cook, to look down with your beloved soul upon all of mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Desire and motivation are always out in our society beckoning us. Police work never ends as it is passed on from one generation to another. Those talented and skilled apply willingly to preserve our communities from those factors that can cause havoc and kayos. Broad shoulders bare their onuses quite righteously. Yours, Officer Cook, carried a load of wisdom, vision and intellect to lend credence as our best resource.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 17, 2017

If you desire to be honest, God will lead you down those trails of terrific tenacity. He led you, Officer Cook, thru the venues of Dade County with a renewed sense of sanctity and integrity. Everyday you went on patrol, you fought for and gave an unwavering effort superior to what we expect from any public servant. If quiet and togetherness were desired, then by your faithful devotion can we remember your character, its courage and commitment that has kept our dreams and aspirations moving forward. A stalwart and sound man of reason and logic, good morals and the right fiber to conquer evil. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Good people, those humble and righteous realize their destinations and journeys in life only promote peace and civility. It is their humility and humane actions like yours, Officer Cook, that saved Dade County on May 16, 1979. A real hero and a truly blessed gentleman.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 17, 2017

Facing turmoil and torment, you put a little tenacity and dignity before you, Officer Cook and Dade County and its people were kept safe and sound by your unwavering wisdom and knowledge. You cannot go wrong by having morals and by following department policies. We will salute your unselfish character and pride in making enhancement an everlasting centerpiece of the people. God has His amazing and humble heroes and heroines sheltered for eternal safekeeping. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 17, 2017

Technique and the caution by which any public servant operates under plays a key role in any outcome that one must deal with and how it would turnout. Being able to handle stress and yet keep dignity, honesty and integrity close to the belt, one can only imagine how you could work? You worked very well, Officer Cook, for it was character, class, commitment and conviction that spurred you on. Dade County and its residents had the very best gentleman guiding their crusades in life because you understood how things must work. Always saluted for humility and bravery beyond the calls of duty. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 17, 2017

I meant to say, Officer Cook, that thirty-eight years later we weep from sorrow. A good man and a most humbly courageous officer taken way before your time. As I have stated many times that God is the chief clock keeper and He determines when we have provided our best service. Your existence, Officer Cook, was compassionate, honorable and most dignified, integrity and character never took a backseat. You'll always be fondly remembered for sealing the foundations of ferocity and the terrains of tenacity in Dade County where the quiet and comfort of its citizens was given superior attention by you. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Destiny is not just a journey, for some it's their living and breathing successes of fruition that enable us to prosper.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 17, 2017

Police officers must be frank and to the point. It is their humane honor and reverence all centered around their dignity and integrity that makes the case for peace and unity to blanket itself where it will have the greatest affect. In Dade County there you were, Officer Cook, with your loyalty and caring doing what you did best, serve and protect. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Character, desire and morals dictated your life and career one performed bravely and most valiantly.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 17, 2017

Thirty-eight years later we still wept with sorrow over your loss, Officer Cook, though a smile once in a while will do wonders for us. Your family pursues their passions with your humble and dignified blessings of encouragement. It's Dade County and its citizens who spoke and hopefully peace and unity can be theirs to keep living by. You were a man of decency and driven motivation, no doubts about it. Savvy and civil, respectful and resilient. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Wisdom and vision that keeps looking down upon us. You were the consummate officer and dependable public servant.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 17, 2017

Another one of your colleagues passed away yesterday, Officer Cook and I'm sure you will welcome him with loving arms. Dade County is a little less safe now, though your honesty, dignity and integrity is very much ,missed. You remain treasured, revered and respected for the humble and humane unwavering sacrifice that has continued the journeys and their destinations of peace and unity, devotion and desire. God's fortress of angelic heroes sadly has grown. When will this violence end? Keep shining down your hopes, faith and optimism upon all who serve and protect us as you did in an outstanding and professional manner. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 17, 2017

Police officers determine and then try to resolve dilemmas of diabolical proportions. The structure of our society demands all brave and dignified men and women of courage and loyally try their utmost to seize upon the opportunities whereby enhancement may be found and seek plausible ways to pursue it. Peace and unity shall replace the singes of violence. And for all Dade County citizens, Officer Cook, you represented yourself with integrity and class, the character and conviction to fight through this mayhem and kayos. No better a man, a better gentleman with a spirit that continues flying higher each day in God's holy kingdom. Comrades and your beloved family members salute and duly honor your memory, Officer Cook, a wonderful life and a police career destined for more fulfillment. We will humbly let your destinies of fruition receive their proper accolades where they are now patrolling those sacred streets. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Intellect, intelligence and a grasp of how to lead other officers made your intuition and ingenuity, Officer Cook, a marvelous insight on how to deal with humanity and the humility all public servants serving and protecting us must maintain for success to be achieved.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 16, 2017

Diamonds in the rough are hard to find. You were that shining example of a classy public servant, Officer Cook. All your being and integrity made that very unique difference. The peace and unity was born from your commitment to pride and excellence, the character to fight feverishly on our behalf. Never forgotten. Astuteness graced with energy and the special passion to be the best . Cornerstones are the very foundations laid out by our heroes. You were an outstanding officer and a friend and colleague to all. If only every officer could maintain their composure and dignity. What a more peaceful place to live and to prosper.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 16, 2017

Diffuse and amaze. Police deal with dire issues and problem solve to resolve and restore peace and calmness. You did this with honor, humility and the courage from your heart, Officer Cook. Dade County and its folks had that humble gentleman of endearment and character, the desire and rive to succeed. You won't be forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You engaged and in an unwavering valor protected and served us very faithfully. All resourcefulness. Always cherished.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 16, 2017

Rectifying ruination takes great responsibility and bears grand humility. Dade County's and its heroes and heroines of humanity all understood their roles of resolve and resourcefulness. You knew what was expected and performed valiantly and honorably. A man of dignity and integrity stroking the fans of unity and peace among those whom you served and loyally protected. Cleaning up the streets where violence and evil await to wreak havoc demand decency and a gentle and caring hands on approach from men and women of commitment and character. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Endearment and enhancement require that special passion and a compassion. You had that, Officer Cook and went by the book to secure firmness and fairness in justice being meted put.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 15, 2017

Vim, vigor and vitality are the components of honor, decency and integrity as they must all be carried out by all officers. Officer Cook, you carried out your life and career ensuring Dade County and its people of two things, peace and unity. You gave humanity and humility that very special presence of charm and character, commitment and courage not to be forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Al;ways dignified and always cherished.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 15, 2017

In one way or another we all have our sentiments. Sorrow and grief carry the largest of burdens. We hold you and your spirit close to our hearts forever, Officer Cook. Dade County owes public servants of honor, decorum and integrity a great deal of salutes. For a job well done and the type of just character that all police work demands a hearty thank you. Your humility and its nobility was mankind's best friends The courage and bravery to steer evil clear of all residents while reinforcing peace and unity can never be overstated. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 15, 2017

We live in a world where our very actions can incriminate us. The only way out of this hole is to tough it out and to act properly and morally. Integrity and honesty replace dishonesty and the total lack of principles. Character and class that you possessed, Officer Cook, helped to shape you into the hero and loving person you were. All these many years later, your pride and devotion are still fondly saluted. Dade County and its residents can live among each other in peace and quiet, the unity that you help to consummate, Officer Cook. A burden squarely on your humane and gentle shoulders. The foundation of fairness and justice properly set as an everlasting cornerstone for all to partake of. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Faithfulness and your resolve forever are apart of Our Creator's celestial kingdom. It's a spot reserved for the pious heroes and heroines of perseverance and precision resolution.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 14, 2017

The shelters of peace and prosperity in Dade County were occupied by those citizens whom you served and protected, Officer Cook. Heroes and heroines of genuine humility and honesty need no prodding. It is in their genes where valor and gallantry lie. It is the very spot in which sanctity and serenity stay until summoned. You kept your wits and calm about you, Officer Cook, letting honesty hone in on where it was most needed. Years have passed since you gave your life in courage and pride, the commitment and character that has and will be revered by all your peers and loving family. A man, a gentleman of passion who took his dreams and aspirations to heart and set out to fulfill his missions and destinies of desire and hope. Fruition to make peace a blanket for all to lay down at night and to cover themselves with it. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 14, 2017

At times our eyes are filled with tears, no matter we fondly remember you, Officer Cook, a man humble and a loving public servant who made gallantry and integrity matter. All your life and the length of your days you made integrity and honor mean effort and careful thought would be the order of your day and those dangerous missions which you willfully accepted, you faced them straight up with unwavering commitment to character, conviction and the proper morals and professional conduct to bring peace and unity to all Dade County residents. Your colleagues bade you farewell on May 19, 1979, a hero for sure and one day for your family to see you again. Your parents, I'll always pray for you, Mrs. Cook and your beautiful family members that your heroic son, Officer William Coleman Cook, your "Billy," is up in God's heaven smiling down on all of you. His pride and humility, character and charm are safely tucked away in God's eternal shelters where no harm will ever come his way again. You taught us those lessons in life, Officer Cook and now those who serve with bravery, patience and perseverance can hopefully make evil disappear from our midst permanently. You tried, Officer Cook. The ingenuity, intellect and intelligence in leading others thru danger and peril was there. This world's humble savior and warrior rose to battle a very fierce adversary. You fought until the end. There was no giving up or surrendering. Cherished, admired and respected for aiding and locating where to preserve justice faithfully, fairly and firmly. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Our Creator rewards loyalty and precision from His public servants. The righteous flock of valued angelic heroes and heroines of humanity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 14, 2017

To seek the truth, justice must speak from the depths of dignity, honesty and the desire to keep integrity at all times. The cost for all police officers who take an affirmation to serve and to protect may be their lives and careers. Lives hang upon the virtues of all public servants having character, courage and the class to persevere. You performed your professional roles here in Dade County, Officer Cook, with righteousness, resolve and the resourcefulness to see violence terminated all at channels. You were a humble man, a gentleman with a kind and compassionate heart and will never be forgotten for saving civilians and those comrades that day of May 16, 1979, when your sincerity and devotion was at its highest level. We live and continue our missions and journeys of fruition and fulfillment because of your humane and unselfish sacrifice. Heroes and heroines live, learn and preach and it all stems from their upbringings of humility, grace and a gentle heart which you had, Officer Cook. God's gifts to this world are men and women like yourself who stand and confront monster of terror and torment without fear or hesitation. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The light of your wonderful soul always shines down upon our green fields where we can only watch in amazement your value and decency you afforded all citizens.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 14, 2017

Godsends and heroes don't just drop out of God's clearest of blue skies. They are sent here to fight our battles over wickedness. To launch lunacy and its violence into oblivion. Officers try to make known their pursuits of justice and peace and in Dade County, you stated your case for concern, Officer Cook and backed it up with heroic humility, dignity and the integrity that all honest public servants must share among one another. Deceit and conceit cast shadows of doubt over those men and women who betray their badges. Your uniform and badge, Officer cook ,were worn soundly, proudly and very capably. No doubt about your fine upstanding character and the commitment to make things normal as possible. Always fondly treasured for having your journeys in their proper perspective. Enhancement lives on your family, friends and colleagues who shared the good and not so good moments with you. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Cornerstones and foundations have walls of which its structures are firmly shaped by those honorable public servants. Officers must think before acting. React righteously and most humbly, God will handle fulfillment and fruition as faithfully as He is able to. You pulled your weight, Officer Cook, others must pull their share if an ending to this madness and kayos is going to be arrested once and for all.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 13, 2017