Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

The mind and heart must work in unison to serve and to protect the vital needs of any community. Peace and unity can only make themselves known when that officer keeps on the paths of honesty, dignity and integrity. How else could your career have worked out so well, Officer Cook, if not for your perseverance and pursuits of happiness for each resident in Dade County. The respected, they are those righteous and humbly brave men and women who give of themselves everyday to fortify our lives with prosperity and joy. We could not have joy in our live if not for you my neighbor, friend and hero. You were a very admired and diligent comrade to all who relished challenges and met them with the expectations that your professional status brought. Rest in peace. No person's quality of character, class and decorum should be forgotten. Your conduct and morals, Officer cook, made transparency more clearer. Clarity and alacrity steered you profoundly and most prudently.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2016

Police work is dangerous and yet rewarding in the sense that you can make a difference. These brave people volunteer their time and hours giving back that which they place back into their communities. You gave the world a special uniqueness, Officer Cook. This was your marvelous character and the humility of a devout servant of God. Where fairness, firmness and faithfulness were tied together, it was your approach to your profession, the dignity and ingenuity to see you through. Our destinies in life can directly be attributed to your help in acquiring the needed peace and unity to carry on. Colleagues, friends and family continue your aspirations, dreams and determinations, Officer Cook, while your soul gracefully watches over them. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2016

Today being Christmas and Chanukah the world should be a more peaceful and stable environment. Our world should have tranquility, but, it can only happen when diligent and devoted public servants take to the streets to protect our liberties. The eyes and ears of Dade County with God's hands steering your navigation, Officer Cook, so that honesty and its integrity would grace each person you came across. We honor the memories in reverence of those who fought the wars of wickedness, yours, Officer Cook, will be treasured forever. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your heroism is the very foundation of kindness, care and character that when meshed together produced superb resolve.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2016

The courageous prominence of our beloved and bravest professional public servants who provide a wealth of peace, prosperity and unity for those they serve must never be overlooked nor forgotten. You are not forgotten here in Dade County, Officer Cook, where you stood tall in humbleness and blessed by a tenacious fortitude to keep people in line and the freedoms of each person moving forward. Today and back when you gave your life and career on behalf of society with integrity, honesty, decorum and dignity you continue to be saluted and so remembered for grace and your heroic humane actions on behalf of mankind. Your legacy of character and fruition, Officer Cook, was the accomplishments of your endeavor and the fabric of morals and desire crafted by your wonderful upbringing. You did your parents very proud. Though, I'm sure your mother misses you very much as does your sister, Nancy abd your beloved Karen, who has been remarried since 2009. Stay well Mrs. Cook out in San Diego, California. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 24, 2016

It seems like every time I hear the National Anthem I think about you, Officer Cook and even start to cry. Crying is a normal emotion especially when a young man like yourself wanted to become a police officer. You gave Dade County every last ounce of your effort, honor and dignity on its behalf and that of its citizens. No one finer or more humble, than yourself when you placed your life on the line to bring down evil and to stop a troubled young man as you so heroically did on that awful day of May 16, 1979. History recalls its most gallant and yet reserved men and women of distinction and decency whose character and commitment have stayed fixed within their legacies to be mourned and saluted for public service with the one sure thing we need more of and that is integrity. Officer Cook, you were the consummate warrior who concerned yourself with serving and providing adequate assistance for all mankind. Intuition, ingenuity and intelligence were reasons for your achievements and rationale in calming down those who needed a bit of pacifying. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. I can only imagine what May 19, 1979 was like when Dade County and the whole police world said goodbye to a wonderful and darling son, brother, husband and uncle. The sounds of those bagpipes, the National Anthem and taps all being played. If they allowed drums to be beaten, those high school memories from Norland High in Miami would have brought a flood of tears from classmates such as Chief Geoffrey Jacobs and a host of the many close friends you worked for and with and shared many happier moments. By the way, if you read these reflections for your friend, Bill Cook, Officer William Coleman Cook, Badge#1664, Happy Holidays to you and your family Chief Jacobs. The invitation to meet you still stands if you come to Miami. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 24, 2016

The authority that is given to all law enforcement personnel comes not only from their individual departments, it is supervised by God's divine providence as He steers their pathways of perseverance and preservation in the name of honesty, decency and dignity for all mankind. The integrity by which you placed your life on the line, Officer Cook, was in the name of justice and its nobility. God sends His humble servants of character here for a reason. That is to distinctly prevent violence and its terror from tormenting citizens already suffering from turmoil and misfortune. All the residents of Dade County as those of all venues could ever ask from their Saviors is to be morally sound, proficient in diligence and vigorous in keeping up their flights of vigilance. The sound mind, strong hearts and the ingenuity to see conviction, commitment and excellence in character and pride through their missions. Your good work, Officer Cook and with your destiny complete very sad, my neighbor, friend and angelic hero, God needed you for a most humane and noble calling and that is to watch over all the brave souls of those who secure our liberty and peace. Rest in peace. Those foundations you laid, Officer Cook, have been supplemented and supported by your persistence in honoring Our Creator with your unwavering and unselfish resolve and resourcefulness, all while being the loyal and most trusted partner any comrade could work along side of. Reserve Officer Scott Lincoln was most fortunate to have worked with you on May 16, 1979. He saw firsthand it takes to become a first class officer, a gentleman with a spirit and heart of gold and an individual of humility which touched all those you came across. You were one sensational servant, Officer Cook and Dade County will never forget how you accommodated their needs.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 24, 2016

We seek the truth. We demand justice. Police officers should never subjugate their authority. Honesty, integrity and dignity is what the citizens come to expect. And here in Dade County, they got top notch service and protection from you, Officer Cook. If you dared so should we. Challenges must be accomplished and carried out with the highest regard for the professional position you held dear to your heart. That's why colleagues and friends, your beloved family members have saluted your courage, tenacity and class by which you performed with character enthusiasm and endeavor. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Though you have been taken to a safer place in God's heaven, the people here in Dade County will know peace and unity was delivered on a daily basis to them. Your legacy so humble and glowing is that of your cherished soul, Officer Cook, traveling from place to place eternally providing security for us. All your life and career successes were in the blessed name of Our Lord. You were our savior and heroic Godsend.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 24, 2016

For our heroes and heroines of the law enforcement profession who sacrifice their lives and careers for our benefits, heavenly rest awaits them at God's gates of heaven. We ask their blessings so that their families may carry on with the same level of responsibility, resolve and loyalty that they exposed themselves in the faces of danger. Dade County had lots of situations that occurred during your watch, Officer Cook and none were handled more prudently and proficiently then when you went out on patrols to stamp out kayos bringing in peace and liberty and taking them to a higher level. Same for your character, class and candor. The quality of a gentleman dedicated to the ideals of fairness and equality for all. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Deserving of salutes for bravery and boldness, your life, Officer Cook and its memories of a terrific upbringing all contributed to your success. You took your career quite seriously, Dade County and its residents could not be any prouder. Your soul steers your family, friends and those who serve today to newer aspirations, newer heights, newer enlightenment. Enhancement can stay forever anchored as those essential cornerstones of courtesy and consideration. Service and safety must be firmly structured within the guidelines of dignity, integrity and honesty. That is a must for all public servants, held accountable for their actions. Yours, Officer Cook, were the epitome of humility and nobility that shall be remembered.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 23, 2016

Everyday the memories of our beloved family members flood our thoughts, those tears are the years of sweat and toil they worked in putting tenacity before terror. Violence requires stronger measures and those who are bravely facing a diabolical adversary need their honor and integrity to march front and center. Dade County moved along fairly well with you in charge, Officer Cook. How else can sanctity and its everlasting unity and peace survive? We gather in the various houses of worship and ask in the name of Our father in heaven hollowed be His name that He keeps you and the many other superbly humane and humble servants in His thoughts and in our hearts. You meant the world to our society. Your service and its character represented your department and your colleagues quite well. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The legacies of our esteemed heroes and heroines is exactly what we mean by courage and valor from the heart.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 23, 2016

Pray. Perseverance. Resolute. Astute. Yearning. When God calls us, we yearn to listen. To open our ears and our eyes to focus on the big picture ahead of us. You were a devout young man, Officer Cook, piety and faithfulness were some of your best friends. They assisted you in protecting and in serving Dade Count and its citizens. You had the right stuff to serve, it was your humble nature to help others. It was all handled with integrity, dignity and honesty. And you won't be forgotten for passing those tests of which Our Creators exams us daily to see if we are up to the challenges. When a man has nobility and exhibits proper morals, it's their loving character that is blessed to rest within their heroic legacy. Yours, Officer Cook, rests squarely in God's eternal kingdom with the many other brave and courageous heroic angels who made peace and unity a living reality. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 23, 2016

It is stated that we should arise like a lion ready to serve Our Creator. No doubt you served God with all your might, Officer Cook. You brought righteousness and justice along with integrity and honor to Dade County and its people. People are people they all have their moods. You were positive and upbeat. Passionate and yet compassionate. Persevering and diligent, devoted and loyal. Police officers acting as public servants must be conditioned to deal with the demands of their job. You paid the ultimate sacrifice, Officer Cook, so that violence, evil and its terror would not ever threaten anyone. May 16, 1979 shall be remembered for your character, class and decorum that must be worn directly on your uniform and badge centered over your heart. One of kindness, caring and heroic action. Your legacy of humbleness shall be anchored as the foundation by which all Dade County should live and yet stop and look back on your life and career. Hard work and vigilance pays off to those who toil and give the effort. You were a gentleman, Officer Cook, a treasured son to your parents, sister and a very beloved husband to Karen. You are missed very much. This time of the year is when a whole host of memories come by. Bravery and courage that you displayed each day shall not be forgotten. Humility served and preserved humanity the only way it could. By your examples of how to lead and to impart vision and wisdom to other comrades.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 23, 2016

The season of giving is the reason for living. We thrive on being able to freely live our lives as we see fit. Police officers live their lives too. Once they go out on patrol, safety and honesty are the rule by which they can perform their professional roles so bravely and humbly. You gave us and all Dade County, Officer cook, superior attention. A man of class, decency and driven desire to help broker and to keep peace and unity together forever. Those colleagues who worked with you have saluted and fondly remembered the kind of loyal and dedicated gentleman with a kind heart and engaging personality. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your life and its generosity, it would take a thousand lifetimes to pay you back, Officer Cook, for your character, commitment and concern for all mankind. Your badge and uniform meant humanity was going to be properly served and protected. Its dignity lives on in your family, friends and comrades who battled evil with you on a daily basis.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 23, 2016

I hope and pray we get though this holiday time without major problems. Officers and their families are safe and sound. The conventional wisdom would be that we should strive to live in peace and prosperity. Humanity awaits at the gate for its humble heroes to return safely to their loved ones. Dade County waited each day for you, Officer Cook and your honest and dignified mannerisms to help shape its venue. You were a peaceful man. A brave officer. Moreover, a righteous servant who led by example and worn his uniform with pride and excellence. Your department and comrades have saluted your inherent wisdom and calmness under pressure. A trademark of a man of integrity and intelligence. Today, we can look back, pause and reflect upon your life and career of morals and principles it made you the gentleman with a kindred spirit and a giving heart. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 22, 2016

Do we dare to dream? Do we remain honest and humble? As God's creatures we are exposed to unique circumstances. It is the very special hearts of our most valiant that we place our liberty and peace. All while they are exposed to danger and peril. From the eyes of the wicked, the righteous must be cautious. Every plan prepared. Every message communicated. The influence of the decent, desirable and dignified were in the visions and wisdom of the many who served Dade County. Your career and life, Officer Cook, was the genesis of grace and humbleness, the faithfulness to fairly and firmly execute the day to day rigors of your position. You'll be fondly remembered for having the passion to persuade and to be diligent to those who relied upon your vigilance. Cornerstones and foundations rest firmly within the beliefs that God looks after your special soul, Officer Cook, may you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You risked your life for our pleasures and purposes in life. For us to dream, to dare and to explore human nature, our heroes allow for our enhancements. Dade County will be forever grateful.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 22, 2016

We are held accountable for our actions. Police also are held responsible for maintaining the dignity, integrity and freedom of all residents while keeping their honesty intact. You kept peace and unity grounded in Dade County for six years of devoted and loyal service, Officer Cook. Men and women who have the commitment, the conviction and character are the ones who are saluted. It's honor and humility that when formulated correctly allows for the movement of one and all. Forever your legacy of responsibility points out why you were an outstanding public servant. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 22, 2016

I meant to say be bold, Officer Cook. Being brazen accomplishes nothing. Some officers are power hungry. You give something a badge and weapon, the next thing you know all heck breaks loose. The citizens of Dade County needed resolutions, resolve and honesty to a professional fraternity of integrity and dignity. You delivered the trust and truth, character and commitment. I would submit that your life and humility were indeed second to none. A decent man. A gallant gentleman with a passionate and compassionate heart. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. God's wings are taking your respected and much beloved soul from point to point protecting and looking after those who bravely serve their missions here.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 22, 2016

To serve, save and sanctify, that is this very special and yet challenging assignment which all officers must somehow face. Danger and violence have to be tackled aggressively and yet that officer must stayed within the framework of honor, dignity and integrity. They need to be decent people who are humble and humane by nature. In Dade County, you were this kind of devoted and loyal partner to all, a peer of perseverance and vigilance, Officer Cook. Needing to have nerves of steel, bending but not breaking you allowed enhancement to shadow those whom you served and preserved. Those shadows of freedoms can be felt here and far. A man of character, nobility and bravery who found the inner strength to carry out his roles justly and fairly. No one will forget you, Officer Cook. Heroism and determination throughout your life and career missions. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 22, 2016

There can be no ambiguities, conflicts of interest or whatever when our most dependable and honorable men and women arm themselves to go out on patrol serving and protecting the public interest. You were a steady and reliable officer, Officer Cook. Always constant in perseverance and persistence. What Dade County and its residents can remember is that their heroes and heroines were blessed with an abundance of courage and valor not all are given. They are special folks who were brought here for a purpose, a reason of logic, dignity and sure fire integrity in this never ending battle over terror. Like a tree that topples, torment and turmoil leave a domino affect that can affect lives, property and whatever else lies in its path of destruction and ruination. But, you were supreme, Officer Cook, in your abilities to calmly and with a sense of sanity restore peace, unity, law and order. A legacy of fruition and character that made your professional roles here complete, though, there was more left to achieve. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Put resolve, resolute, faith and hope together with trust and it made your humble life and its humility to humanity stand as the cornerstones and foundations of enhancement forever.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 22, 2016

Stay strong. Be hold. Hold your head humbly high. Keep dignity, honesty and integrity on your uniform of pride and accomplishment. The benefits for doing so are great. Your courage and heart, Officer Cook, was the very embodiment of skill, knowledge and wisdom you imparted to all Dade County and its citizens. Your peers and family knew you driven desires to become a police officer. You were treasured and respected. Always the consummate public servant. Now and forever a hero sheltered in God's glowing kingdom where your conviction, commitment and character hold a special place in the foundations of our society. A legacy to be saluted for its determination as our warrior. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 21, 2016

The honor and security of our country and community are at stake, your service to all Dade County residents, Officer Cook, should be saluted for its integrity and dignity. Great people, humble people plan ahead. They don't wait until the enemy of evil comes charging right at them. Heroes who lead by example, are devout and faithful to Our Creator waiting for them when their missions have been complete. God's destiny is for all those who sacrifice their class, decorum and character on behalf of togetherness and peace. Your humility, Officer Cook, went beyond their professional calls of duty. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 21, 2016

To love, honor, cherish and obey, some of the key components to an elementary sound life. Your home and upbringing, Officer Cook, was the very humble epitome of love and respect. The citizens of Dade County whom you served and watched over were given the best and most compassionate protection. The peace they enjoyed then and now can be directly attributed to your commitment, refreshing character and countless resourcefulness. Now and forever will you be so gallantly saluted for having the charisma to tackle big challenges the prudent and properly professional manner. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A legacy of faith and hope circling around us at all times, your soul shining through the most darkest of days.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 21, 2016

Fair and impartial. In a world filled with many different ethic and eclectic folks, staying respectful of each person is important. Police officers function under the guises of honesty and dignity which must be paramount in their professional duties. In Dade County, you worked under the reliance of resolve and trust among your peers and those citizens you protected and served, Officer Cook. Today, you have been so honored and saluted for your bravery and commitment which has led to enhancements for all. At this time of year those memories of your wonderful life and humble career, Officer Cook, make it a bit easier, though the difficulty understanding your untimely passing leaves us pondering the question of why? You, your dad and family are in my thoughts and prayers. I will always cherish the letter you took the time to write me Mrs. Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A legacy of courtesy, morals and character rests for eternity in God's palace where those who persevered and sacrificed are among the many angelic heroes and heroines.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 20, 2016

Being a diverse universe, it takes the sincerest of efforts from each individual to make things better. Police patrol their venues we hope with honor and integrity, the results of a dignified upbringing. You were a cherished warrior, Officer Cook, as all public servants are our ambassadors in the fight for freedom and peace. It's the unwavering commitment of these brave men and women of resourcefulness and heroism that sees them through. Your legacy, Officer Cook, is tied together with excellent character and the class, desire and devotion to have seen your accomplishments through. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 20, 2016

The goal in life is to persevere. To make it happen you must be willing to listen and make amends wherever needed. Police must adopt to change and stay the courses of honesty and sound judgment. Here in Dade County peace and togetherness are at times hard to come by. Officer Cook, with your character, courage and class, residents can live more safely and secure in the knowledge that enhancement may live on. Your heroic legacy is the very foundation of fairness, faith and decency that all public servants must be aware of and have squarely on their uniforms. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You were treasured savior whose tenacity was indeed relentless. We all take chances, let us hope and pray for goodwill, peace and prosperity in the blessed name of your soul, Officer Cook.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 19, 2016

Life is not a game, it is an essential part of one's breathing and thriving with dignity, the respect police officers are due. They are afforded this if they too are honorable in their pursuits of peace while trying to stem off violence. Here in Dade County you were one of the many talented and devoted officers, Officer Cook. You were a humble hero and a credit to mankind. You devoted your faithfulness and resolve to stopping a problem before it got worse. A happy man, a thoughtful individual and a gentleman of gallantry whose character and integrity led you through your missions of leadership and intellect. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 19, 2016