Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

If God could turn on or pull the switch to stop infamy and ignominious acts from occurring, then public servants probably would not be needed for service and protection. I'm sure you pulled a few citizens over, Officer Cook and wrote tickets for violations. It was said of my father that he was too nice to be a police officer. So were you, Officer Cook, a righteous man, a prince among those dignified and honorable professionals. You candor and demeanor when meshed with your integrity, dignity and honor provided more than a passing glimpse of why Dade County and its residents were able to live freely and peacefully. We cannot forget your valiant actions on May 16, 1979, they proved to be why you were so humble and yet so admired and special. You were a very decent and driven gentleman of faith and principles. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. We live soundly. We prosper justly. We can think wisely. If only we could have acted as you did, Officer Cook. Proficiency and tenacity take practice and patience. Exactly as you yourself conducted your personal and professional affairs. The mature and wise stand out from the crowd. better to get in step right away. Surely, before that crowd thins out. Good morals can and do become habit forming. Those who stray should take notice. You will be weeded out. Wickedness and its stench of evil deserves the clarity of those righteous women and men who endure in their pursuits.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2016

We don't have all the answers and neither do our beloved public servants at times. Yet, they persevere and carry on bravely and most gallantly. If honor, dignity and integrity itself could solve all the problems of the world as we know it and try to live fruitfully, then perhaps we need to look to a higher more supreme power, Our Creator who blesses us and fortifies the efforts of His talented group of professionals. Law enforcement is not for the feeble, it's not for the faint of heart. It's mental and physical exacerbation taken to its fullest. You made Dade County more safe and less prone to violence, Officer Cook, a surely humble man of commitment, character and pride all blended within your uniform. Today, freedom and peace can take their leads from your unwavering and unselfish nobility, the service to humanity that you were guided to by God. A mission completed and yet those lingering questions remain. Why? Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. There can be no doubt regarding your resolve, loyalty and compassion. It was inbred within you and stayed with you, Officer Cook, throughout your life and career to fight those battles that needed to be taken care. Please observe those brave souls carrying on with the same amount of dignity and reverence as you endeavored to quash this enemy.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 1, 2016

Officer Cook, you accomplished your mission on the front of evil. You persevered and Dade County could not be more grateful to you. A decent man with refined character and the honesty to humanely keep those persons calm during confrontational moments. A class gentleman of dignity and respect, no one was more kind and considerate than yourself. If bravery and valor could bring you back home today, your family would be as happy as anyone. The peace and unity so desired for its citizens was tapped into by your tenacity and integrity. Those powers were so great that everlasting enhancement has allowed the flow of dreams and aspirations of all mankind to continue its flow. A humble servant faithfully and loyally serving His Creator. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your life's efforts, Officer Cook, have sealed your heroic legacy of hope and the praises of all for a job well done.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 30, 2016

Hoping and wishing are just a part of life. The struggle to maintain precision takes effort, skill and the right kind of tools to succeed. You worked hard enough, Officer Cook to reach a level of fruition where trust was earned. It can never be given out like candy. Police work requires its loyal and honest servants to earn their keep, to reach for the stars. Things are never quite simple. Difficulty makes the endeavor more fulfilling for that person. Officer Cook, as I have said many times, your service to the people was of concern, class and devotion all steered by desire, faithfulness and integrity. An officer's officer. A friend and colleague who had the vision and leadership to humbly achieve with all your power and courage from within. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Evil took your physical being from those who loved and treasured you, it did not take your soul away for it shines brightly and flies with perseverance and prominence each and everyday. By our heroes like you, Officer Cook, the constellations are brighter and the rays of the sun burn much the same. Your soul is giving us its message. To keep the faith and to keep chipping away at taking wickedness off the streets. Badge#1664 did a yeoman like job of this for six years of dedicated and quality service to mankind.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 30, 2016

I meant to say, Officer Cook, that it is sad, yet humble and enriching whenever I visit the Officer Down Memorial Page. Today would have been your sixty third birthday and so to honor a humane and beloved hero, my neighbor and friend who served and provided protection to all Dade County residents, I visited your grave and said a little prayer. You were a dignified and passionate man, a friend to all, cherished and admired by your peers for your bravery, character and the inner courage to fight a seemingly never ending battle over evil. It took your life and yet your soul still flies higher each day. God sees to that from His angelic men and women of valor whose legacies are sealed with the badges and uniforms you wore during your watches. Rest in peace. Officer Cook, you were the consummate professional who never gave up hope in the war to gain peace and unity for our freedoms to choose to live and to carry on your missions that were blessed with optimism and vigilance. You touched so many hearts, those lives succeed because of your sacrifice to enhance. Never forgotten. You were, Officer Cook, God's gift to our society, your family, department and many friends. You will be so honored and saluted for your humility to further the pride of humanity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 30, 2016

Skeptical and yet pragmatic. What it takes to make good solid officer is years of training, due vigilance and the honorable actions that fortify your every endeavor. Your watches must be dignified and that particular individual must have integrity from top to bottom. You possessed the necessary tools, Officer Cook, to do battle with an enemy so large and threatening that it demanded your full attention. Effort and energy triumphs over terror and turmoil. You made peace and unity a reality in Dade County for all its folks. And your gracious character and ingenuity won't ever be overlooked. Heroes and heroines are saluted not forgotten. Your heroism, Officer Cook, left a legacy to be treasured forever. You now can rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero among those comrades who too laid down their lives for realization and enhancement to take center stage. You were a humane and humble public servant, faithful and loyal until the very end. Officers at times must show cunning and resourcefulness in order to protect and preserve the general public and their property.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 30, 2016

It's said and yet poignant when I visit this page of honor. To salute the life of a true hero. To reminisce regarding those moments when you patrolled the areas of Dade County and its citizens. To Dade County, you were their hero, Officer Cook, humble, beloved and admired for standing tall when adversity struck. Never flinching or batting an eye, you took control and it was through your personality, its honesty and integrity that took violence off the roads so people could achieve. People aspire. People hope and pray. You too did all that and were a faithfully loyal comrade to the other many colleagues in the Metro-Dade Police Department. They are the real heroes as you too are being saluted and honored for your righteousness and reverence. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Character will always be associated with your humble legacy. So will class, decency and devotion. From pure desire rests our enhancement all from your loving hands, feet and lips that imparted only the truth. What A Godsend and blessed gentleman. We will pray for the Cook, Tidwell and Wilkerson Families and for your beloved Karen. I believe her married name is Mrs. Bonidy. To your nephews and niece, great-nieces and great-nephew, your uncle and great-uncle, "Bo" was a mighty special man!

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2016

We choose to live. Life has its challenges and not every answer is right there at everyone's disposal. But then again, dignity and integrity must weigh in just as honesty must be summoned from one's own heart and lips. For as devout and loyal a gentleman as you were, Officer Cook, your calmness and compassion served you equally well. The residents of Dade County have spoken loud and clearly. They wanted dignity and peace to reign over torment and terror that violence distributes unfairly. You were one of the many heroes and heroines in Dade County, a large community marked by many different venues. Those who live want life to be as uncomplicated as possible. Your comrades have honored and saluted your bravery and valor which paved your navigation over our unity and liberty. Standing firm and committing to see justice carried out for all is any public servant's pride and creed. It must be so honored and taken seriously. You wore your uniform and badge, Officer Cook, with character, vigilance which has all validated your legacy of resolve forevermore. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. We cannot forget you nor the life and career you led by morals and the fabrics of fairness and hope for one another. Keep looking down on us, Officer Cook, with your beautiful smile and those angelic wings which take your soul around God's enchanted shelters above. Those sacred golden pavements are made much smoother by your very special eternal mission.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2016

Futility is a product of failure. And failure cannot become a byproduct of a police officer's daily routine. To reach fruition which in turn may lead to a solution of a problem, an officer's honesty, integrity and dignity must travel down the trails of tenacity and discretion. Your successes in life and during your professional career, Officer Cook, were paved by the virtues of righteousness, perseverance and punctuality. Your service, preservation and protection of all Dade County and its citizens were made that much smoother by having the proper conduct and due diligence to attention and details. One never forgets a hero or heroine who is brave and yet possesses the correct character, commitment and conviction in order to overcome adversity and strife. For peace and unity to co-exist with each other it takes a total community and team effort with those that are of sound mind, physically able and contain the proper intellect, ingenuity and can articulate the very messages of freedom for all. Thank God, Officer Cook, you had this and were able to fulfill your missions in life and during your six year career built on the very foundations and cornerstones of fairness, firmness, faithfulness and loyalty to your colleagues who fought these same battles over violence with you. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2016

If the citizens understand the umbrellas by which police officers function, you can realize why honor and dignity are essential to one performing their job. The rigors and stress are reasons as to why most don't pursue this profession. Dade County was under your watchful eyes, Officer Cook and your demeanor was exactly what made you successful. A man on a mission of resolve who was respected by his comrades and saluted for courage and unselfish commitment. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. One's legacy to heroism is seen as the elixir to fighting crime. Violence must be weeded off our streets and replaced with sanity, peace and a healthy admiration for all mankind. Tact and tenacity must merge at the right moment for enhancement to take its rightful spot.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 29, 2016

There was no swagger. No showboating when you patrolled, Officer Cook. You met your assignments willingly, nobly and most passionately. There was no turning and running away from this violence, its evil that has still taken charge of our world. You just have to stay the course, be honorable and dignified. The resolve and its ramifications will speak for themselves. So long as our public servants all heroes and heroines who look to shape the framework of their given communities keep peace and proper perspective, the world as we understand it to be will be free of obstacles that peace deserves. Your dedication and desire, Officer Cook, your faithfulness and determination all have been a part of your legacy of good character and moral fundamentals which have brought enhancement and education to the citizens of Dade County who have been yearning for serenity and its very special message discharged by a loyal and self-confident officer. A man of fabric whose ethics delivered only honor and respect to your department and to your peers who served wisely alongside of you. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. We pause and reflect back upon your life, Officer Cook, one filled humbly with quality service to humanity, one who took the time to listen and to battle wickedness as our savior. You were a welcome relief to the multitude of colleagues who looked to your leadership, ingenuity and positive influence. It shall be one. Those words on your gravestone have formulated the foundations for liberty and the aspirations of success and happiness to continue their journeys, so too does your beloved soul as it travels within God's skies. The sun, its rays and the moon, its brightness at night brings the picture into better focus. Clearer and more clarity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 28, 2016

We the public cannot ensure total safety. That is why we place our missions in life, our peace, our honor and reverence in the hands of duly sworn public servants whose humility and integrity help them find answers to the ailments of our society. You advice and sage wisdom, Officer Cook, came in handy while you were out patrolling and serving Dade County and its residents. Nothing is guaranteed, Nothing is a sure thing. But. one thing, actually quite a few things, you were humble, honest and most dependable when the circumstances dictated. When life mattered you were there to save lives. Colleagues today and back then could only honor your heroic memory by saluting your valor, diligence and the utmost in character, commitment and the pride by which you donned your uniform and badge. It serves to motivate those brave men and women who now serve the very same but distinct professional as you did. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. We will keep praying for you Mrs. Cook. God bless your family and wonderfully brave and dear son, Officer William C. Cook. Your Billy was a splendid human being and more importantly a beloved gentleman with a caring and kindly compassionate heart. Neighbors helping police can certainly travel a long winding road in the pursuits of unity, prosperity and happiness.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 28, 2016

I meant to say, Officer Cook, that all officers must be extremely careful on Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving. But, than again they must be cautious everyday no matter the circumstances. You were precise and prudent in all of your decisions, Officer Cook. A person's sure honesty and dignity generally will pave the trails to success. Dade County and its heroes are only guided with integrity and not bias which can distort the reality of one's resolve to come up with solutions to problems. Professional and practical. Prideful and mindful. Commitment and character. All the reasons as to why resourcefulness may take shape and fruition may be fulfilled. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 28, 2016

The planes that fly high do so because of the security provided for those who board them to travel for pleasure. You navigated around Dade County, Officer Cook, with the fervent hope of serving and protecting our dignities. it can only occur when we the people along with those brave and courage souls who have our backs smartly and alertly act with precision and pride. Their integrity must shine like the sun, otherwise the darkness of doom and gloom will prevail. Those trails you paved for other officers, Officer Cook, were blended together with humility, central in the service to humanity and the nobility to fight and to conquer this adversary which looms over us like an albatross. Freedom, liberty and peace do come with a steep price, they too come with a great reward for those who undertake this challenge. A special and very unique test of a person's intellect, intelligence and ingenuity. But, make no mistake, Officer Cook, you served us in a very prudent and professionally constructive fashion. You won't be forgotten for excellent morals and the character which was your backbone in enhancing our society. A saluted hero treasured by his peers, family and those who supported your efforts. Nothing enigmatic only the most loyal and energetic comrade a partner could work alongside of. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Safety and security along with serenity do make for a rich, healthy and a most happy life filled with promise and prosperity. Your life, Officer Cook, was destined for more humbly humane fulfillment. In the eyes and ears of God He took you away from this violence, tension and terror you tried to rid us of. Heaven gained a most respected and relevant angel of valor. Keep patrolling those sacred golden pavements where you will never again feel the effects of harm. Hate and injustice were replaced with truth and righteousness coming from your lips, Officer Cook. When meaning to life meshes together smartly, the end result is always going to be accomplishment. Your endeavors acknowledged this fact. Twenty-five years and gone too soon. You prevented disaster and through your devotion, dignity and unwavering integrity engineered sanctity like no other. A special gentleman. A magnificent master of calmness. A Godsend blessed through and true.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 27, 2016

The supporters of the police are the ones who get it. They understand the rigors of a profession where honesty, dignity and integrity are tied together. What bonds all brave heroes and heroines is their humbleness and humanity toward resolving problems. Here in Dade County where you lived, Officer Cook, you were the gentle peacemaker who brokered unity and fairness for all. We salute your nobleness and cherish a lifetime of commitment to excellence. It is in the pride of those who wear the uniform and badge smartly that we shall remember. Your legacy, Officer Cook, was the cornerstone of conviction, class and decency in devoting yourself to service and preservation achieved justly. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. God places us here in this world for an important mission. The angelic servants are now the humble makings of success in every endeavor. No ta moment wasted. You are very much missed, Officer Cook. Though, we know your soul flies higher each day watching over us. Unity must stand as one. Division only serves as a foe that must not impede our efforts in the pursuits of happiness.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 27, 2016

Some days are better than others. The sun shines brighter for us when our heroes and their souls travel from point A to point B watching firmly over our families and loved ones. That is your role, Officer Cook, it's your humble honor and humility which in turn tries to keep us in line. Dade County was well served by your optimistic hope and loyal zeal. The eyes of all look to you for sage advice and faithful outcomes. You were cherished and beloved. Revered and respected. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A legacy of resolve and resourcefulness humane in your pursuits. Nobility to humanity that will endure forever.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 27, 2016

People mourn their loved ones each in their own way. The sorrow and grief is overwhelming. The pain is beyond what words can heal. For some, they help to close the wounds left by unbearable sorrow. Yet, life does carry on. And those families, friends and colleagues alike must share in the burdens and keep us safe by serving, protecting and preserving the essential freedoms to peace and safety. You were one of those humble servants, Officer Cook. It was your commitment to excellence to pride, honor, integrity and your stellar dignity that saved the day. That day on May 16, 1979, you performed in a noble and heroic manner calming, leading and influencing others to do what was deemed proper and fitting. You will be remembered for your unwavering courage and boundless energy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 27, 2016

Friday after Thanksgiving is known as Black Friday. The malls are busy with foot traffic and the roads are loaded with traffic. Police have to be extremely this day and everyday. You were a caring and cautious man, Officer Cook. Those devout and faithful servants trust in God and lead others by example. Honor and dignity inspire others to accomplish properly, the hope and optimism rests in their courageousness. Dade County and its peace and freedom were tied together with your messages of humility to all humanity. The cleverness of your ways, Officer Cook, was why you fulfilled your missions with character, grace and gallantry. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A legacy of a cherished gentleman heroic in his life and a career you followed with morals which afforded the people the opportunity to live safer.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 27, 2016

It just boggles your mind the senseless violence that has infiltrated our society. Pure hate. Pure evil. But, make no mistake you were a hero, Officer Cook. Dade County relied upon your integrity, honesty and dignity to pull them through. Its citizens hopes rested in your every patrol, your every navigation through your nobility and humane acts of caring and kindness. You will be fondly remembered for your bravery and valor. The character and commitment to act as all public servant must when delivering peace and unity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 27, 2016

Police must fly straight and avoid any kind of trouble. their devotion must be centered on those specific duties at hand. Dade County was your area, Officer Cook, it received your total support, dignity and integrity. There was never a time when you were lackadaisical. One can't be to perform and to function at an optimal level. If peace and unity is needed twenty four seven the total attention to detail can never be absent. A man's life and career are his length of days and though you were here for twenty-five years, a relatively short time, you made the most of your opportunities and aspirations. Dreams can come true with a little bit of fortune, by even more studious work and practice. Practice makes perfect. Public servants are not robots, mistakes do happen, it's just that they must be limited, otherwise diligence and vigilance may be wasted. There may not be a wasted moment when lives and liberty are at stake. You were special, Officer Cook, a devout and caring human being whose nobility now resides among God's angelic heroes in His shelter for safekeeping. Never again will harm come your way. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 25, 2016

When the walls start chipping you know it's time to paint them. When crime gets a bit out of hand, you know that is the time to place more police officers in the area to serve and to protect with integrity and honesty. The honorable and pious understand their roles. They go out on patrol navigating around an area to persevere and preserve what needs policing. You were a treasured man, Officer Cook. A family member who heroically saved lives of your comrades and those you watched over. Dignity, desire and devotion have all stemmed from an outstanding upbringing and there will never be any doubt that you had the right power and inner strength to handle the rigors of your job. You'll be saluted and honored for taking the bull by the horns and endeavoring to corral corruption and kayos before it got worse. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Prudent and proficient must be in all officers' patrol vehicles. It may save a life or two. You were a peacemaker and a warrior.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 25, 2016

Lately, we in the United States have been experiencing the flames of violence perpetrated against decent and honest public servants. Criminals don't function with their glasses quite full and for the mayhem they commit, answers just are not easy to come by. In Dade County you had most solutions and resolutions to the problems that confronted the citizens, Officer Cook. By staying within the boundaries of common sense, rationale and dignity situations could be headed off before they festered into something more harmful. A careful person plans for things. A careless person dives right in not knowing full well the ramifications of their actions. By being committed, Officer Cook, the peace and quiet was realized all by the virtues of your excellent character, valor and the commitment to both pride and in satisfaction in doing a splendid job. All handled professionally and very faithfully. You were one of the driving forces behind the scenes who brought class, charisma and decency to a position that has validated your legacy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 25, 2016

Hopeful and hospitable. You and Karen were just that, Officer Cook. After all you both worked in professions that called for optimism and common courtesy. Nursing is not a simple profession as not everyone is cut out to be a nurse. It takes a certain persona to structure one's life and career where having a good bedside manner is required. Police work also requires responsibility and the acute awareness to be able to deal with certain matters in a split second way. Officer Cook, both you and Karen were two level headed individuals who maintained honesty and integrity at all times, thereby making your challenges a bit less stressful. To be able and available to lead other through crises calls upon one's inclinations of ingenuity and intellect. You must have a passion and yet act compassionately for peace and unity, medicine and ethics to properly function together in balance. Dade County was extremely fortunate to have in its midst two able bodied people of character, conviction and courage. It must be straight from your hearts which it always was. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero, Officer Cook. You were a serene and conscientious officer who strived for quality and excellence a tall times. A man of humanity whose humility was the cornerstone of both your life and professional career.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 25, 2016

The divine fear God, commit to honor, uphold righteousness and are dignified and honorable enough to battle the enemies of evil that await those who are not careful. Being careless and dishonest can only lead to more sources of trouble. We want our most brave and distinguished officers to battle tooth and nail for our liberty, peace and unity. That's just what you did, Officer Cook. You laid the foundations of fairness, firmness and integrity within the general radius of Dade County and its residents. You were a fearless warrior and a savior who was well respected, cherished and possessed the proper morals and character to carry out your professional jobs freely and without obstacles. You have been saluted for coming to the aid of your colleagues and the civilians who were involved that awful day of May 16, 1979, when you heroic performed as you were trained to do. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 25, 2016

To fight with your might is to defend our freedoms. And you fought, Officer Cook, as the righteous and reliably honorable public servant that provided Dade County with all the peace and prosperity they could want. The brave and reverent, the cherished and treasured, they are our brave officers who risk their lives for our pursuits in life to matter. When loyalty, dignity and integrity stand out, violence is lessened. You;ll be fondly saluted for cunning character and the commitment to see all your missions through. A true hero. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 25, 2016