Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

The warmth and love a parent gives to their children serves as their unselfish and unwavering humility and the motivation for them to carry on in the pursuits of life and happiness as they grow older. Your git and unselfish commitment to serve us and all Dade County, Officer Cook, shall forever remain treasured in the bonds of honor, integrity and dignity. Wherever you went on patrol, it was always guided by the loving grace of God's gentle hands. Today, those same brave and loyal peers, comrades who fought violence with you on a daily basis raise their hands in solemn recognition of your humanely outstanding work. Class and character have their palms spread across your heroic legacy. Its foundation never more steady. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. We condemn violence. We cherish you and the wonderful life and police career you enjoyed so very much. Life is a test as it challenges those so bold and brave to stay the courses of constant perseverance and to walk upon the trails of tenacity. You have to fight for what you believe in and those values and morals so important to our decency and very existence.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 19, 2017

Obviously the designs for life and its relevance are quite unique and yet quite different for each individual. Living in times of unrest and tension in this world, one must stay attuned to the happenings. From new leadership in Washington, D.C. and all abroad, things change constantly. One thing remained the same, your courage, command of a situation and integrity, Officer Cook, needed no hyping. A man's honesty needed no revelation, as it came into contact with all who ever met and conversed with you. Dade County and on behalf of its people saw humility and gallantry everyday. Each time you put on your uniform and badge, it witnessed sheer energy and effort the kind expected o fall officers. More action and less words usually help resolve a problem. If only that sad day, May 16, 1979, could more have been done to save you. You were our savior and warrior that day saving your fellow officers and those civilians involved in that domestic dispute. Your family and friends, Officer cook, understood why you became a police officer as this was your dream and aspiration. Now decades later after your unwavering sacrifice on humanity's behalf you continue to be so honored and fondly saluted for courage and boldness all in the name of heaven. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Care and passion, consideration and concern never leave a person as they are passed down to your family's next generation. The Cook Family can be mighty proud as your broad shoulders carried a humble burden day after day. Our safety, security and prosperity traveled about as you served, protected and patrolled a community where you have been so admired and treasured.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 19, 2017

Those who persevere we remember. For they answer the call and rise humble and tall through it all. Commitment and character take practice, after all not everybody is cut out to be a police officer. Stay level headed and balanced and sooner rather than later the dignity and integrity will see you through your life's missions. Success comes to those who wait as honesty is the trait that helps those who are brave to ward off the forces of evil. Here in Dade County you were determined and driven, Officer Cook, to fight off wickedness, it's no wonder you have been heroically saluted for having that particular humility to smile and yet compose yourself with conviction and class along with the decency to make peace and unity a way of life for all. Things go on and yet we pause and reflect back upon your life and career, the consummate public servant to mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Someday may we gather the inner strength to understand why it is that good people are taken by God, heroes with humble valor and compassion.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 19, 2017

Designs by deliberation must be implemented and thought out by all police officers before contemplating what to do next. Honesty and dignity are one thing just as bravery and valor, sometimes where decisions are made things cannot be done over, reasonable actions must be applied to every unique circumstance. Exactly, how you acted, Officer Cook. Thinking and rationalizing how to delicately handle your roles in particular the domestic calls that you humbly were good at resolving. All of Dade County could sure be mighty proud of your service and devotion, professionalism through and through. Your missions to bring peace and unity to this earth were deemed complete. Sad always very tragic. May 16, 1979 will be a day that while life goes on, your family and comrades shall salute and honor your character and boldness, the results of good morals. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The right public servant seizing the opportunities given to you by God. Officer Cook, you will always be cherished and admired.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 18, 2017

Accomplishment is something to be taken seriously. If taken lightly it can lead to one resting upon their laurels. Morals and good professional conduct cannot begin to conquer evil if they are not orchestrated to function together well side by side. Thank the Lord most officers and public servants stay the courses of dignity, integrity and honesty. Heaven knows where our planet would be. Dade County and its residents were firmly entrenched in your capable hands, Officer Cook. A man of his word and bond who delivered all that you could in peace and in unity in order for prosperity to keep on marching down the road. You'll never be forgotten by peers, friends and of course your loving family members. Heroic and humble guided your missions and their destinies of fruition during your life and career. One bound for more humble and humane fulfillment. We leave our travels in Our Chief travel guide's hands. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Heaven's doors and gates contain the pearls of passion, compassion and serenity wrapped closely together giving God His earthly class of angelic heroes and heroines. Their bravery and convictions, character and commitments to pride and excellence cannot be tampered with. God holds that spiritual key to His fortress of foundation and endeavor.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 18, 2017

Manpower can be depleted by violence a very confounding obstacle in the war of evil. Police weigh the gravity of every situation placing the lives of the brave and devoted in the areas where they are most needed. Dade County needed your stewardship, Officer Cook and your hands and feet, your lips that conveyed the truth and helped deal evil a swift kick in the rear while stationing peace and prosperity where they rightfully belonged. Firmly in the citizens grasps. Your faith and dignity, honesty and integrity allowed these breeches to occur. A man happy to do his job without fanfare, humble and courageous, you can be assured, Officer Cook, you are with us always. Your soul and spirit do fly high each and every moment as your beloved family members carry on with their pursuits of passion and happiness while keeping the flames of your morals and commitment with them all the time. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Class, commitment, pride and excellence in character and in achievement can be the key elements in determining whether one is successful and fruition is attained. Yours was Officer Cook, God saw to that the moment your parents brought you home after your mother, Mrs. Cook gave birth to you. You and your sister, Nancy, never let them down nor disappointed them. Karen too married a very humble and valiant servant who served with nothing but distinction and trustworthiness.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 18, 2017

Officers don't look to bask in glory for their sagas are of simple honesty, integrity and basic humility. It humbles the righteous and dignifies their destinies and fruitful missions in life and during their professional careers. Peace and unity are at times tough to bring together. Pulling them can be like pulling teeth. You placed your trust and honor in the glorious hands and feet of the Lord, Officer Cook and He never steered you wrong. Dade County was alive and accounted for during your days and evenings you delved into deepening their resolve and success. It hung in the balance and rested on your humble shoulders of sanctity and ferocity. To be able to lead others you must have the right temper and when you know the direction of where solutions may occur there you were present to lend a hand and save lives. A respected and cherished gentleman who rightfully did all you could. Never taking anything for granted, humanity will be indebted to you forever my neighbor, friend and hero. Character captured our hearts and now you'll always be an integral part of the landscape of Dade County and for that matter the entire nation. Your actions of honor and reverence broke new grounds for bravery and valor to travel through. Rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 18, 2017

Running on high octane, police must constantly refuel and recharge their batteries of bravery and boldness to get the right employment of dignity, integrity and honesty from their beings. Dade County got the most from you, Officer Cook, in effort, efficiency and energy like no other. Its unity and freedom, peace and prosperity can be directly attributed to your courage, loyalty and commitment you undertook when patrolling and in serving. Today, you have seen saluted and admired, honored and revered for your stellar character, class and candor. The very decency to handle whatever assignments came your way with knowledge, wisdom and the keen vision to determine, motivate and drive other colleagues to more fruitful outcomes. The resolve and understanding were there, just sad that day, May 16, 1979, the outcome was not what anybody wanted. You are always watching over us with your brilliant and shining soul. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 18, 2017

Young and humble. Brave and honorable. Courteous and committed. Officer Cook, you were one of Dade County's most gallant and resourceful public servants. No doubt about it. Peace and liberty, unity and serenity all went into your passions to become a very fine officer. A professional of the highest esteem, dignity and integrity. Now many decades later that bar you set has been humbly lifted for those men and women who go out and battle an enemy so great its relentless ruination seems to be growing. But loyalty, trust and accountability have every reason to continue in their pursuits of evil so that happiness may march down the trails of joy. Your convictions, Officer Cook, are all a characteristic of your heroic legacy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The world lost a very graceful and faithful servant whose humility has endeared itself to so many people. You are missed terribly, Officer Cook and will never be forgotten. Badge#1664 carried out precision and vigilance as it was meant to be. God has you in His hands for eternity where nothing will ever harm you again.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 18, 2017

Memories live on in the hearts of those who heroically served. you fought very hard for us, Officer Cook and on behalf of Dade County and its residents will you be fondly saluted and remembered for having the fortitude, courage and leadership to assist other colleagues through peril and danger. No matter what was happening you kept your wits about you, stayed cool, calm and collected and gave integrity and dignity their just meanings. No messing around. No games. Only safety and protection with a smile and the uniform you donned with excellence, pride and commitment to defeat evil. Those so inclined to commit violence had better think again and take a good hard look in that proverbial mirror, because those brave and honorable souls who have taken over your watch, Officer Cook, are out there persevering and exemplifying honorable and humane character as you so faithfully did. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A courageous man beloved and respected by all mankind. Central Division had a real true hero in their midst. Chief Bowlin had his best out there looking after us.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 18, 2017

Last night while I was eating my Sabbath meal with my wife, Holly, I started crying, she said you were thinking of Officer Cook, also my dad, I think of my mom also. You are all missed as I look toward your home on N.E. 170th Street. Your persona my neighbor, friend and hero was one of humility, honesty and the integrity to work through problems and to come up with a solution. Dignity affords those righteous and cherished servants of God to seek meaning and wisely advice from the people you trust. Dade County and its residents communicated and the message was and today is clear, fruition must be achieved, failure and futility are not an acceptable response to evil. You will be so honored and saluted, Officer Cook, for staying the trails of tenacity and forging new relationships among all people. It's your humbly heroic legacy that now and forever lives within the hearts and souls of your family, comrades and friends. Rest in peace. Your wonderfully beautiful smile can still be seen, so can your treasured soul, one of honor and pride, it too served with grace and gallantry. Twenty-five years of age was too young a time to leave us with more left to accomplish. Our Creator is the official timekeeper when destiny and fruition comes calling. You served your goals, dreams and aspirations, Officer Cook, properly and with a gentle persuasion and positive influence among society.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 18, 2017

Kind and gentle, polite and honest. These are the very brave and courageous souls of the police profession who serve and protect us. Cold and callous, malicious, these are the very people you don't want out on any streets patrolling and persevering. You were a humble and trusted comrade, Officer Cook, to your colleagues, friends and of course the glue that kept your family together after your father, Charles' sudden passing. Your personality and character, conviction and commitment went well along with your integrity and dignity. Peace and unity can only overcome violence and its associated wickedness when these foundations become a part of society. And for that the citizens of all Dade County could not be more thankful for your wisdom, knowledge, leadership and effort. It takes a real genuine man of devotion and faith to comprehend the causes of evil and to keep violence away. You firmly grasped that fact and on May 16, 1979 and on all points of your career endeavored as well as you could. Very outstanding and very commendable. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 18, 2017

You were our beloved and most admired public servant, Officer Cook, a man whose trust and loyalty helped to conquer evil. Passionate and yet very honorable and dignified, the Central Division had a man who had foresight and the vision to see those missions to fruition. Yet, we will always remember you for courage and kindness, character and the decency to properly motivate others through your cherished leadership. Those cornerstones in Dade County today are the enhancements where only those of intuition and the masters at keeping calm shall go. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. When calamity needs fixing up, we turn to a humble man of tenacity and the unwavering fierceness that goes together in the battles over this puzzling foe.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 17, 2017

Everything you did during your life and career was clear and precise, Officer Cook. No wavering in boldness or being fair, honorable and loyal to your colleagues who too gave their every ounce of endeavor for the peace and unity in Dade County to surround its residents. When you give you usually receive. In your career and during your life you witnessed many things. Terror and torment. Happy times and not so pleasant moments. Nothing finer than for a truly righteous man to be so saluted for having heroic class, desire, dignity and character. This word can be the deciding factor in whether or not one is successful or not. A humbly nice man, you will be cherished and admired forever, Officer Cook. True to form and trustworthy to all your brothers and sisters who performed an extremely difficult task to bring peace and to remove evil from our midst. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero. God's eternal foundations are well rounded in the cornerstones of His most brave and heroic angelic heroes and heroines who fought the good battle and gave their most precious resource, life and its value which cannot be overlooked. Exactly why we must live for the moment and accomplish as much as possible to shape the future for our children and their offspring. You treated people fairly, Officer Cook. Enhancement can take its humble and solemn place among mankind.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 17, 2017

The price we pay for our peace and freedom comes at a humbly noble time. The times now dictate and always have that we have brave and honest public servants doing a top notch job. Going out and seeking shelter for those less fortunate and in maintaining the promise of a new day. Dade County experienced quite the uneasy moments when you passionately patrolled its venues, Officer Cook. Police officers do try their best in making reality just that as a lot of expected fromt hem. Character. Conviction. Integrity and dignity in upholding the law and order they took oaths to protect. You'll not be forgotten, Officer Cook, for your humility and esteem, nor for having the courage and valor to fight on our behalf for what we believe is true. Always a hero and a very blessed gentleman and Godsend. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 17, 2017

We aim our sights each day on goals, aspirations and dreams that are deemed proper for us to follow. Dade County just as any large metropolitan area needs the complete support and honesty from its brave servants. You delivered, Officer Cook, never letting your foot off the pedal of patrolling and persevering. Your legacy of humility and of heroism is what sets courageous heroes apart from the rest of the crowd. So too was your maturity, instinct and leadership which when combined with quality of character and morals makes for a successful life and career. The mission of fruition was founded in your integrity and conviction to handle whatever came to you for attention. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You set the bar high, let's pray that hope and goodwill abound like peace and unity for all residents. Your caring and easy touch has offered those a new lease on life, so important to get through each day as safe and sound as possible.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 16, 2017

Gentile and congenial, those words, Officer Cook, make up your humble demeanor and the character to carefully pursue the goals as laid out by your department. Dade County and its residents were restored in life as you were their humble savior. Dignity, desire and integrity should never take a backseat to anyone. A man of perseverance and persuasion whose personality was just right for the important demands of any law enforcement professional. You will saluted and so honored for keeping peace and its nobility stapled together. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your candor and determination led the way for other brave men and women to follow through in their pursuits of happiness while patrolling for violence which must be kept away from the public. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 16, 2017

Having character takes intellect and the right ingenuity to help effect change. Change is good for the people as it gives them options on how to live a better more peaceful life. We make decisions and sometimes for whatever reason we don't get a second chance to take back what we did. That is extremely crucial to every public servant to make wise decisions. The consequences can be quite serious. You were a true gentleman and hero, Officer Cook, the genes of your gallantry and courage, integrity and dignity will always shine through. Your missions were deemed accomplished and now as one of God's angelic heroes may you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. His foundations are secure with you and your comrades who too sacrificed for enhancement to carry on. Dade County and its citizens can live and lead more peacefully because of your unselfish commitment to pride and excellence.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 16, 2017

Courage and its bravery must aimed as high as one's honesty and dignity. Integrity must be integrated into all situations of which peace and unity stand as one. Here in Dade County, Officer Cook, your life and legacy meant so much to your family, friends and colleagues who pursued the same wickedness that you attempted to eliminate from our midst. You'll always be fondly saluted and remembered for having the decency and class, the faithfulness and tact to influence the people to do what was deemed fitting. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. When safety and serenity came calling you answered your calls promptly and with the professional aptitude expected from all public servants.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 16, 2017

The trajectory of tenacity must be directed by good hard working and consummate professionals who serve and protect the public interest with every last ounce of honesty, dignity and integrity. Unless these characteristics are met violence sadly can continue its evil romp through society where our beloved and esteemed heroes have laid their foundations of courage and nobility. You were the rock of your family and department, Officer Cook, your heroism reflected what most of the people in Dade County and around our nation knew and recognized about you, you had the humble fortitude to make peace and deliver clear and unwavering commitment to all your actions in life and during your career. Character and pride straight from your heart. The circle of life never stops, though it pauses to salute a gem of a gentleman and a most revered soul. Yours can sing God's eternal praises forevermore. Humanity was guided by your brave and humane life and work dedicated to the goodwill of mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Officer Cook, North Miami Beach, Florida's warrior and hero. The purpose was stated. The mission fulfilled. Destiny has a peculiar way of calling us, though Our Creator is the master and director who needs no introductions. This is life with its tragedies that leave those gaping holes that are difficult to fill at times.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 15, 2017

We lay to rest our beloved heroes and heroines who give the most sacred and a basic tenet, life. Life and honor go hand in hand with courage and commitment. Your compassion and bravery, Officer Cook, opened newer leaves in life for all Dade County residents, Peace of mind and unity for all is how a man of unwavering action will be saluted. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Dignity and integrity rest forever in eternity with those angelic men and women devoted and driven to accomplish.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 15, 2017

Let perseverance penetrate your brains and let those who cherish boldness in commitment keep our doors and gates of peace and quiet open at all times. You kept evil at bay in Dade County, Officer Cook, while maintaining a humble objective of integrity, dignity and honor as a public servant for your professional roles and their assorted tasks. Challenges are nothing unusual for police officers, it is in those brave and humane where character, courage and conviction steps out front and center. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Cherished, adored and beloved, your life and career, Officer Cook, represented resourcefulness and the astuteness to correctly size up any given dilemma.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 15, 2017

Yesterday was another day. Today, let us pray our day is one of devout humility and safety in the trials and tribulations of those who dare patrol our peace. You were the consummate officer, Officer Cook, caring and concerned with your fellow man. Dade County and its citizens got excellent care and respect from you. Your badge and uniform stood for honor, dignity and the integrity to fight on our behalf keeping us going in the proper direction. Your character, your desire and loyalty are what upholds your heroic legacy of enhancement for all. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Those cornerstones were well bounded by motivation and the public service that was outstanding in value and in diligence. Your aspirations and morals, those ideals are now being carried on and continued by your loving family and humbly esteemed comrades.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 15, 2017

I meant to say with eternal humility rests those faithful and dedicated servants who brokered peace and unity. Glory rests in those who toil in the pursuits of justice and don't look for notice. For God sees and hears their efforts put forth on behalf of all mankind. Dade County saw its uniquely skilled heroes and heroines like yourself, Officer Cook, laboring in dignity and integrity while protecting with reinforced honesty from your heart. One can never forget your valiant resolve and commitment, the humble character alone that is necessary for a demanding and perilous job. Always treasured and revered. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 15, 2017

For the sake of God's kingdom, you were His humble and most faithful servant, Officer Cook. Unshaken, undaunted and unafraid to face whatever roadblocks endeavored to impede your progress to save and serve. The folks of Dade County have spoken and on your humble and honorable behalf, enhancement may forever carry on. Peace and unity may proclaim their voices of victory and the ever present dignity, integrity and vigilance you displayed, Officer Cook. A gentleman so dedicated to his profession, so courageously humane, your caring and character shall never depart from us. Your spirit will fly high above as you keep walking that sacred beat in God's solemn grounds where His angelic heroes and heroines sleep softly and will eternal humility. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 14, 2017