Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

As I leave these reflections for your sacred and honorable actions, Officer Cook, I am reminded of the life and character of my neighbor, friend and hero that you were. You exposed yourself to danger and its wickedness daily and no matter the time or place, you could always be counted on for reliable service and resolve to all Dade County and its people. These are the same citizens who help pay an officer for their perseverance, resolve and integrity which cannot be meshed as one unless dignity and honesty are not following down the very same trails of tenacity. You were a stellar gentleman, brave and valiant, courageous and congenial and now years, decades later after you sacrificed on behalf of peace and togetherness to come as one, you will remain in our hearts and prayers and so will your mother, Mrs. Julia Cook and your entire loving family and those brave colleagues who served with you. It's important that you make it home to your loved ones in peace, safe and sound. Your humility and humane actions to head off a violent and nasty domestic dispute won't be forgotten. You meant the world to us, Officer Cook. You were a master communicator and hopefully what transpired in 1979 on May 16th will serve as other officer's reminders to do your job right and to make sure morals and politeness accompanies you on your every patrol. Rest in peace. Cornerstones and their foundations rest in your boldness, Officer Cook and now in God's heavenly havens they rest within those sacred walls where your honesty and wisdom resides among the other heroes and heroines who gave their lives for justice to live on. determination, dedication and the self-motivation were all are part of your life and career done with class and achievement.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 10, 2017

Having class and the decency and driven desire to succeed, you will always be so respected and saluted, Officer Cook, for your humble esteem and preservation of Dade County's citizens. The proud and humane do their jobs, face the dangers and perils of their challenges head on and without the hint of doubt or reservation. Just honesty and integrity that dignified all your days and life of service to the goodwill of all people. Your heroic legacy today brings to mind the crystal clear character, class and candor by which all officers must function while performing their assignments. You were noble and never wavering keeping law and order squarely where it belonged, on the streets while helping to stop evil and keeping it off our roads. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The saying say a little and do much should be the motto for all who work under this umbrella of understanding and vision.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 10, 2017

It is fitting to pay homage to a loyal and faithful servant of God who devoted his life and career to principles and their fabric of morals. For they speak as humbly as did your honor, bravery and delegated dignity and integrity which in turn helped to spread peace, unity and goodwill among the residents in Dade County. You were a righteous and cherished gentleman, Officer Cook, whose professionalism and hope help to spur on the optimism of all. Mankind will forever be grateful for your expertise and efficiency. The effort and care was always there. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 10, 2017

Sanctity and sacrifice are along the same lines as integrity, honesty and dignity. Futility cannot be finality in any public servant's measures of protection. The public demands action and effort. Loyalty and faithfulness must reside in every uniform and badge worn by all who persevere. You stayed solid, Officer Cook, in your hope and faith that Dade County and its residents would be fine. You stayed calm. collected and spoke with reverence, knowledge and the keen wisdom to see things through. Violence and disputes are all a dangerous part of any officer's daily tasks and must be dealt with professionally and prudently.As a man of ideals, morals and character, you can rest assure you will never be forgotten for your esteemed bravery and sincerity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your legacy upholds what we already know, you were a true hero and a fighting warrior.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 10, 2017

Everyday we wake up we are thankful. Thankful for humble heroes and heroines like yourself, Officer Cook, who served and protected. Our peace and security were provided by your respect and honesty, dignity and integrity to all Dade County. You were a humane and fierce warrior who dignified his position with character, class and devotion. Your desire and motivation to help conquer evil has and will forever leave us most fortunate. Comrades and and your family will remember your smile and engaging personality that fit the essence of your life and a career where fruition can never be final unless violence is forever wiped away. We won't forget your valor nor humility. This was mankind's best friend. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 10, 2017

Police officers sink their teeth and very lives into the security of a community. Dade County was well protected and serviced when you made your tours, Officer Cook. To dream, to dare and to actually accomplish is another thing. When the honor and dignity of a venue is at stake public servants must sacrifice whatever will be a benefit for its citizens.You remain cherished and treasured, Officer Cook, for your prompt and unwavering perseverance. The admiration and respect you had for your position, the humane courage to see your missions through. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Character and class, decency and desire do more for peace and unity than one could imagine. God has His many heroes and heroines all angels of humility and bravery where He constantly watches over them. Integrity that instills life long enhancement.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 9, 2017

The lips of the wise do not tell lies. For it in their righteous character and morals that the truth speaks volumes. Within their courageous wings of dedication lies the dignity and integrity firmly resting within its bed of honor. Your courage and commitment to Dade County and its residents, Officer Cook, helped to establish peace and unity that would forever stay enhanced by other comrades who now take up this war on crime. For your missions to continue we all must stay strong and devote our destinies to reaching their completion. Fruition can only occur when evil is eliminated and strife strides off into the sunset. You'll be cherished and respected for being that consummate and humbly professional public servant. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 9, 2017

I don't think one can be cruel yet kind in the same breath. Always better to be polite and courteous to others, that is the golden rule toward mankind. An expert on humility, honesty and integrity, you persevered more than we could ever expect, Officer Cook. Dignity and fair play drove your pathways in life and during your police career. Seeing what you had to accomplish and yet this all had to be handled promptly and correctly, it is no wonder most would be hard pressed to achieve any level of success. You must be physically able and possess the character and courage to have a certain mental stamina that is channeled into making peace and freedom a relative part of the landscape. You'll always be saluted for honesty and bravery above and beyond what was demanded of you. No one will forget your heart and engaging personality of wisdom and vision, the intelligence and maturity beyond your years. You were a hero and a Godsend to all. Warriors and saviors never give in or up in the battle over wickedness. They maintain a delicate balance between firmness and fairness in order for justice to be properly handed down. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 8, 2017

Sight and sound are very important to our basic tenets in life. For police officers and the general public they are the essential faculties in determining if unity and serenity can take their rightful spots. Here in Dade County, Officer Cook, you patrolled, protected and preserved its people with not only your bright smile, but with a demeanor of dignity and integrity. Those who are honorable and humane reap their rewards from God above. No one can really put into thought only humble words what your unwavering commitment to pride and excellence meant to society as now your family and colleagues carry on your mission that was bounded and guided with loving hands. A cherished man and a servant full of humility to all mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You will forever be in our thoughts and prayers for peace not violence to permeate in our land.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 8, 2017

Pain and grief are the two things in life many of us experience at some point. Your family, Officer Cook, experienced this as do many families of beloved and humble heroes. Here in Dade County you saved and served the residents with all your heart and the energy needed to extricate evil. The very thing our society does not need to be a part of. Courageous and caring, loyal and honorable, integrity and dignity never departed from your badge or uniform. One man's legacy of unwavering and unselfish esteem never to be forgotten. We can live in peace and enhancement by virtue of your morals and values, Officer Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The pain and anguish are still there, though, I know your family continues your foundation of hope and goodwill for mankind. Your gave the most humble and humane thing and that is life. The air we take in. Our lips for telling the truth. Our feet to walk or run, running to pursue happiness and joy.Our Creator enabled you to carry out righteous deeds for twenty-five years and now He is helping you walk that beat in His eternal home where the streets are filled with the many angelic heroes and heroines. The souls of decency and devotion, faith and resolve.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 7, 2017

Having colossal courage and the humble honor that was bestowed upon you, Officer Cook, God sensed your real mission in life was to serve and to protect. Dade County citizens and they could not have been happier. The enhancement of life and property was drawn from your wonderful and keen vision and wisdom which when accompanied by your humble integrity and stellar dignity only made peace and its unity that much more attainable. The quality of morals and character that in the clutch saved and inspired other comrades to do the same. Your legacy, Officer Cook, is a Godsend and a humble gift to all mankind to be revered forever. All we have to do is to keep the faith, the devotion and the optimism at a consistent level. Not easy, but with effort and energy it can happen. Fruition and resourcefulness can occur as one unit. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Life and a career are too short to squander opportunity when it knocks at the door. God's doors are always open for our spiritual supplications. He hears. He sees. We pray and concentrate on the matters that are of the utmost priority. Health, family and peace among all mankind with respect and sensitivity. Mutual admiration. Honor and respect for all professional law enforcement. That is how this war over violence will and shall be overcome.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 7, 2017

There must be that delicate balance between peace and unity. And so too between an officer's dignity and integrity. Your honesty, humbleness and bravery, Officer Cook, meant all the difference in the lives of Dade County and its residents. truly a heroic and special life of character, commitment and concern. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Heroes and heroines teach us lessons beyond the heavens above as they still try to impart wisdom, knowledge and ingenuity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 7, 2017

A smile can enrich so many lives. It sure did for the benefit of Dade County and its citizens. Your demeanor and dignity, Officer Cook, afforded those less fortunate to at least have a chance at a much brighter future. Certainly, honesty and integrity are at the ends of every officer's patrols and service. They are meant to be tied together at least resolve and fruition have a chance to enhance those seeking shelter and salvation. A man of faith, Officer Cook, that devotion and extra special bravery, humility were brought to your position each day reaffirming what we already knew, you were cherished and much beloved by your family, comrades and friends in and out of your department. legacies are not just about heroism and character, they are the labors of love and admiration performed daily. You were a man of rituals and rich in reverence. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 6, 2017

The seeds of success have been firmly planted in all those who ever lived to serve the public. some way somehow their deeds must be honored. Their respect and admiration for their important duties shall never be far from our minds. Dade County is richer and better, Officer cook, because of your understanding on what it takes to have dignity, integrity and honesty in all your actions. Those peaceful moments, those unified today can do so because of your undying sacrifice. Your devotion, your knowledge and its culmination of being able to lead other fellow officers through danger, we simply cannot say enough. You did have plenty of courage, conviction and that word character. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 6, 2017

Pain and grief are the two things in life many of us experience at some point. Your family, Officer Cook, experienced this as do many families of beloved and humble heroes. Here in Dade County you saved and served the residents with all your heart and the energy needed to extricate evil. The very thing our society does not need to be a part of. Courageous and caring, loyal and honorable, integrity and dignity never departed from your badge or uniform. One man's legacy of unwavering and unselfish esteem never to be forgotten. We can live in peace and enhancement by virtue of your morals and values, Officer Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The pain and anguish are still there, though, I know your family continues your foundation of hope and goodwill for mankind. Your gave the most humble and humane thing and that is life. The air we take in. Our lips for telling the truth. Our feet to walk or run, running to pursue happiness and joy.Our Creator enabled you to carry out righteous deeds for twenty-five years and now He is helping you walk that beat in His eternal home where the streets are filled with the many angelic heroes and heroines. The souls of decency and devotion, faith and resolve.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 6, 2017

The security of a community is supposed to be present at all times. No matter the time or day, peace and unity are what the residents live for. Their prosperity must be upheld. You worked and strove for greatness, Officer Cook. Your dignity and integrity were never challenged nor was your authority. A man of courage and character making a difference where it was needed the most. Cherished and brave. Bold and revered. respected and beloved. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 6, 2017

Uniquely special, those who bravely go out and save lives while trying to conquer violence deserve our salutes of heroism for jobs well done. You were a humane and devoted public servant, Officer Cook, so class and honesty drove your passions which in turn were fueled by integrity and dignity. Dade County and its venues were met by your desire and determination to achieve unity and peace enabling those folks to live solid and productive lives. Their happiness and your happiness were a byproduct of each other. You won't be forgotten for your professionalism and the hope and optimism you brought to your position that demands excellence and the character to reflect your resolve and convictions. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Officer Cook, you were one humble man and a firm believer in having morals, humility and the presence of mind to act accordingly. Always the people you served and protected came first and foremost.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 5, 2017

Years of frustration and unrest, peace and the belief that it can last can be accomplished if our devoted officers plan, prepare and ascribe to morals and the code of honor, dignity and integrity. Dade County and its people relied heavily on your astuteness, Officer Cook and all the above. You were a wonderful man, a beloved son, brother, husband uncle and great-uncle who is loved and missed terribly. Though your pursuits in life carried you to newer heights, your career of character and heroism should stand as the cornerstone of courage and the very foundation of ferocity. You were fearless and relentless in securing peace and its pride among all people. Cherished and faithful, loyal and humble. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 5, 2017

Humanity records the humble feats of its most valiant and honorable public servants. These are the chosen and the very select few who pursue their dreams of happiness while searching for answers on how to secure the peace and liberty of a community. Dade County was the recipient of your unselfish and unwavering commitment, courage and character. To dream that never will come true, yours did, Officer Cook, all born from the desire to remain honest, dignified and to carry your integrity as you carried you badge and the pristine manner in which you donned your uniform of professional pride and ingenuity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your heroism and its legacy walked in perfect unison as you now walk that sacred beat in God's perfect shelter of sanctity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

Nothing in life is routine, mundane or just plain simple. The truth is violence, evil and wickedness scorches the serenity of those who desire to live and lead peaceful and taciturn lives. You desired freedom and peace, Officer Cook, you went hunting and taking breath taking pictures of God's land. The very same Creator who instilled the valuable lessons of faith and honor, decency and integrity while you were growing up in North Miami Beach, Florida. A community you celebrated milestones in your life and during a marvelous career that was cut way too short due to the very heinous actions of a cowardly and brazen young man bent on ruination. The very thing you took an affirmation to serve and protect us and all Dade County citizens looking for a measure of hope, prayer and the goodwill of all mankind. Today, your ideals and morals are being saluted as is the courage you had, Officer Cook, to diligently and most feverishly head off things before they got out of hand. A life and legacy of heroism at its most humane and humble capacity that persevered and in doing so allowed us to continue with our day designs for a better place to prosper and to reach our destinies. God has you in His palms for eternal safekeeping. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

Police cannot sit nor stand idly by when the sounds of silence and peace are being disturbed. Chatter and lack of action lead to who knows what? For the good of Dade County and its folks the gestures of grace came in the humble form of your fine character and commitment to excellence, Officer Cook. Seldom a day that passed without a greeting, for you always had that bright smile and common sense approach to solving any problem placed before you. Your docket was full of esteem and loyalty, class and concern for the citizens all while serving with integrity, honesty and the capacity of letting dignity patrol with you. Now decades later you remain a hero to all, your family, friends and those fellow colleagues who risked their lives and faced the same imminent dangers as you faced eye to eye. Remembered and saluted for a job well done as one of Our Creator's faithful servants. A very blessed young man with extra special maturity, leadership and the wisdom that took you to places we might not go to. Unselfish, unwavering and unquestionably a great and humane prince of a man. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

The source of inspiration comes from the solemn and loyal dedication to bravery and honor. That's what make heroes and heroines' lives so cherished. We honor the dignity and integrity, the character, its spirit and the commitment of yourself, Officer Cook, you were a top notch public servant of class and accommodation. You fought with all your sheer might on behalf of Dade County's residents being one of the many loyal and faithfully devout men and women from law enforcement. Staunch and sensible. Caring and valiant. Taking violence away while securing our peace and liberty. Your heroic legacy is being kept safe up in heaven where you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. When compassion came calling you were present and ready to oblige giving more than we could ever ponder. Take care of those you welcome to join you in walking that sacred proverbial beat in God's exalted kingdom of kindness and mercy. You were and will always be a true warrior, savior and a very blessed gentleman. Twenty-five years of pride and excellence incorporated, humility was the very cornerstone of both your life and special career as a Metro-Dade Police Officer. Badge#1664 delivered results, resolve and true resourcefulness at all times. Very dependable and outstanding work on behalf of mankind.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

To be a coward is to hide and run from evil when you know it is your obligation to serve and defend our rights. Police officers who take a solemn oath must display this honesty, dignity and integrity as well. Our lives, their lives and the general population demand this. Giving your life and career for all Dade County, Officer Cook, you cannot be forgotten. You were a man of nobility and the humble grace to bless us with your guiding presence. Peace and unity could not be well rounded and still remain a vivid part of our lives if not for your unwavering bravery and fierceness in fighting a foe so determined to seek and to destroy. Your mission was to stop this very assault from unleashing mayhem and you succeeded and remain respected and admired for this cunning and the inner energy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your legacy rests within God's wellsprings of enlightenment. Heaven shelters you and your fellow heroes and heroines whose passions took them on journeys where no other person dared to travel. Godsends are not just dropped off. They are placed on this green earth to protect and to secure security and safety for everyone. Your pursuits of happiness, Officer Cook, now are the aspirations for all men, women and children to keep living and keeping your beloved spirit alive each and every moment. The blessings of a good name shall last forever. Yours, Officer Cook, as with your pride and character and faithfulness too shall be one and live on forever within our hearts, minds and in our daily prayers.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

If the cream of the crop rises to the top, than so too will integrity and humility. Diligence, dignity and desire must take those who serve and make them even more humane. Society and the evil that still runs around madly wreaking havoc must be curtailed. The courage and tenacity were there, Officer Cook. Your confidence, voice of reason and passion were present. Public servants cannot place all their eggs in one basket. That basket must be balanced be the richness and goodness by which you lead your life. Sanctity and sanity enabled you to get a better handle on what Dade County and its unified people required. That day, that terribly awful day of May 16, 1979, you stood front and center in the Liberty City section of Miami, Florida heroically trying your utmost to quell a domestic situation with your partner, Reserve Officer Scott Lincoln and your two other brave comrades, Officers DiGenova and Edgerton who too were shot and almost killed. Your department will forever salute and continue to honor your memory and the career and life by which you composed yourself with compassion and passion. You tried your utmost, Officer Cook and gave something so revered and precious, your life and the zest by which your smile blanketed your entire community, family, friends and colleagues who served with you. This was your home and will always be. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

Racing and running is what we want our brave and loyal public servants to do in order to eradicate evil. Their pursuits in life and in the careers they chose to follow demand a special kind of touch. Honor, integrity and dignity shall never abandon those who justly, ably and smartly follow behind violence latching on to its clutches of vile and cowardly actions. Your devotion, Officer Cook and your dedication and determination have made life and its serenity here in Dade County one of enhancement. Your morals taught us to never give in to temptation. Stay the designed pathways of perseverance and preservation will arrive at same appointed time. A classy and honorably humble man serving with distinction and loyalty to be forever admired. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017