Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Quartermasters are in charge of equipment. Police officers are in charge of serving the public promptly and with patience. A virtue that can wear thin real quickly. So can honesty, integrity and dignity if it is not kept in check. Any public servant must be aware of their communities and its surroundings as they lay the foundations of freedom and unity. It does take very special people, the kind of folks who are just tailored for their positions. You were just the right individual, Officer Cook, who was the prime example of what commitment, character and conviction is about. When dealing with Dade County and its citizens, it was your openness and candor, consideration and attitude that meant the difference. All too often being surly and nasty, you can't have any professional behaving in this manner. One bad apple among the ranks can spell possible trouble. You were one of your department's finest and will be saluted for your valor and nobility. A gentleman of humility, humanity's gift from God. You were a very blessed man, Officer Cook, a hero, a true inspiration that helped lay the cornerstones of enhancement throughout Dade County, a community where you lived with values and sacrificed your career and life for honor and peace to be able to reside beside one another. It took a hero's touch and affection to bring together those folks. Your class spoke of that and still permeates down from your humane soul as it lights up the skies above. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 16, 2016

If tears could stop terror and its ugliness from falling down upon us we would be blessed. They can't stop bullets either. Prayer, faith and hope can surely help to heal the hurt. The pain and anguish that accompanies the loss of a beloved one. You were a friend not only to Dade County and its residents, Officer Cook, you were their hero, humble in honor, humane in service with dignity and in integrity. Loyalty, diligence and perseverance will be rewarded so long as a public servant stays with the program and sees their missions through to completion. You will always be that inspirational warrior, the savior who kept peace and unit flowing from the same channel. Always remembered fondly. Never forgotten for your courage from the heart and the courtesies you afforded mankind. It was service like yours, Officer Cook, that has set the example of what it takes and means to be an excellent servant to God. Your devotion and desire never waned in the face of danger. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 16, 2016

Green grass. Blue skies. If everyday could be a carbon copy of this day with no hot spots of danger, most police officers would take this in a heartbeat. But, unfortunately no matter the time or place diligence and protection is called for. You were right there, Officer Cook, in Liberty City on a hot and sunny day giving your honor for Dade County residents to be safe. You were a cherished and optimistic man whose legacy of dignity and integrity has stayed around forever. God has your humility and heroism wrapped in His arms for safekeeping. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your character and resilience are looking down upon us as is your beloved soul.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 15, 2016

A man who masters his habits is praiseworthy. A gentleman who is of refined character he is to be revered. You were, Officer Cook, cherished and respected as a hero to so many people. Dade County provide the stimulus, now its best public servants have to steer into danger at times keeping focused on honesty and integrity. Dignity may not fall off the beaten trail, Those pathways were full of pot marks and yet you managed to be diligent and vigilant, Officer Cook at the same time. Balancing different duties one must be like a juggler, you did that marvelously and shall be commended. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. In heaven you are now helping God guide His wisdom and vision over those who have taken over your watch. The unity and peaceful scenes in Dade County can move on. You fulfilled your professional roles.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 15, 2016

A fool scorns wisdom. A wise person drinks the knowledge and pleasure that life has to offer. Dade County had a yearning for peace and calm and there you were, Officer Cook, delivering gallons of gallantry and good grace. If not for your honesty, integrity and dignity back then there would no telling what might have been the end result? The peace, the solidarity were consummated under your watch built by sterling character, hope and a resolve like no other. Thirty-seven years later, Officer Cook, you are still fondly remembered for heroism and the initiative to enhance our society. they don't forget. A man of decency and success righteous in his life and dignified in desire to wage dominance over violence. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. While indulging in pleasure, keep in mind it may just be temporary, the moments and sands of time diminish each moment that is lost to advancement of one's goals and aspirations.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 15, 2016

One who fears lacks self-confidence. One who is humble acquits themselves at all times. Police officers must neither be too brash in order to maintain the needed law and order on the streets if evil is to be ceased. When you patrolled Dade County, Officer Cook, a lesson for all officers keep your cool, stay channeled, cherish the zones of zeal and honesty that has been implanted in you by God. Dignity and integrity must never divorce themselves from any officer's collar. Those uniforms and shiny badges stand for representation and unwavering commitment to pride and excellence. The brave men and women, a hero so humble as you, Officer Cook, championed the causes of concern and admiration and so shall you be saluted for your unselfish fortitude. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 15, 2016

The value of validity cannot be overstated. You served the people of Dade County with all your might, Officer Cook. Mustering courage mixed in with integrity and honesty, it made your career and its convictions more intense and that much more meaningful. The valor of a man rested solely in how you and other comrades performed in times of crisis. Crisis during stressful times are what brave professionals must deal with. The pedal must be put to the metal. Security and sanctity were the mainstays of your life and career, Officer Cook, turning the page and keeping people balanced and marching as one. You'll not be forgotten for your loyalty and faith. It was your passionate resourcefulness that led the way. Your legacy my neighbor, friend and hero has the quietness of your dignified character canvassing our world as you rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 15, 2016

Every time I see your smiling face, Officer Cook, it just makes me want to cry. I know you would not want to see a running stream of tears flowing. Your perspectives were to be at peace, create the environment of peace and to stay at peace together as one community. Officer Cook, you took burdens functionally and responsibly, no questions asked. It all stemmed from your upbringing in life, a life you relished. Never one to squander an opportunity. Your mother, father, sister and wife supported your professional choice. So did your comrades in arms. They mustered the same caliber of energy needed to concentrate on the jobs at hand. Taxing. Challenging. Yet this was your passion and you cannot undo a man's willful considerations. You were a hero, Officer Cook. Concern and a great love for your position oozed from your uniform and a badge worn proudly and wisely as you continue to be so admired this day and for always. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 15, 2016

Like a pilot, Officer Cook, you acted as the personification of how a professional should act. Honesty. Dignity. Integrity. They greeted you each day you awoke. A determined man, you set out to right those wrongs in Dade County firmly and with confidence. People can generally get the point when something is amiss. Twenty-five years of commitment, character and accomplishment were the benchmarks of your career and a well lived life with full of enjoyment and intrigue. Heroes and heroines back up their humbleness with superior actions of righteousness which have validated your success and ability to calm those who needed pacifying. Your purpose with faithfulness, loyalty and resolve. No one was disappointed. The eyes of God watch over your devoted soul as it shines and flies brightly each and everyday in His glorious shelter. It was your gentleness, Officer Cook, that preserved, protected and patrolled the streets of Dade County and its residents fostering peace, prosperity and freedom for all. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 15, 2016

Today is now. We ask You God for the blessings of health, peace and for safe travels. Police officers ask for help. They too seek blessings of peace and safety for themselves and their families. It is in those actions do they leave their homes to begin their shifts and hopefully return from where they came. Today is a gift because of your heroic actions, Officer Cook. A man deserving of more life. God saw those His windows of wonder through six solid years of honor, dignity and integrity. His grace helped you to navigate in and around the people in Dade County. A gracious man. Treasured and beloved by all your family, friends and professional colleagues who too stood toe to toe, face to face with violence lurking over their shoulders. You conducted your business and affairs as all who knew you. They recognized the righteous man of humility, class and decency. They have come to remember your spirit as heroic as you were on May 16, 1979. Turmoil and tension were restored, Officer Cook, by your compassion and kindness. You were a master of consideration and keen vision, guided by wisdom and intellect, intuition, the focal point of your career and life. Sincere and with a gentle spirit. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend, and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 15, 2016

The dossier of every police officer who takes on a new beginning in the law enforcement profession shall have, good judgment, sound character, virtues of bravery and fortitude. Most of all be available to work at all times and conditions. Unafraid to tackle whatever assignments are placed before them for resolution. It's a position one's chooses willingly, but wisely. There is nothing more nobler than to become a devoted and dedicated follower and at some point in time, a leader of other officers. First, let your honesty and integrity through humility shine through. Comrades see your work ethic, your personal and professional conduct. They saw the entire picture of your life and character, Officer Cook. They were convinced you were the consummate officer who would lead the charges for peace and liberty in the hearts of Dade Count and its community. You grew up here. You gave your life here. It was in your parents house where the pride and conviction all began to factor into the equation. Mr. and Mrs. Cook, you should be very proud along with Nancy of your beloved and darling heroic son. His life and police career are and will forever be the beacons of a well placed gentleman whose priorities were in their proper order. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 15, 2016

The representation of police officers during an investigation is their way of being fair, yet, unbiased toward those they serve and protect. A considerate person places the safety and courtesies of the public before their own. Metro-Dade Police Department and its officers all have a mission. It is to act professionally. It is to be honest, dignified and tolerant of and to all citizens. Securing peace and fostering a sense of togetherness is their goal. The aim is to calm and appease those whose tempers may flare up. You were that right person, Officer Cook for the job. You kept your integrity about you. You were humble and yet whatever was called for to satisfy and to keep serenity unified you did in an outstanding fashion and won't be forgotten for your heroism. You aided and rescued. You fought the battle as a first class warrior of character and nobility. A commitment to pride and excellence wisely carried out. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Convictions and compromises carry with them certain responsibilities. They were astutely achieved. The enhancements are now those solid foundations here in Dade County where you have so honored and saluted for bravery unwavering.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 15, 2016

Policing with grace is like dining at God's holy table. Police have to first display proper manners to those they serve. Their integrity and honor must be beyond reproach. When you patrolled, Officer Cook, as usual you took the necessary essentials, valor, dignity, class and character. They helped to fortify your efforts to bring relief and resolve to all. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Legacies are the lasting cornerstones by which to fondly look back on our beloved ones who risked their lives for our civility.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 15, 2016

A mindful person takes the sense of pride in their habits and humbly raises the bar of their pursuits. You set the caliber, Officer Cook and raised the level of expectations for all Dade County residents to prosper and thrive in liberty, peace and unity. So dear and so gallant. A gentleman whose dignity and integrity highlighted his career. You were a brave man, Officer Cook and no doubt regarding your actions on May 16, 1979, succinct, quick and responsible. You saved lives of your fellow officers and citizens embroiled in this domestic dispute. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. We remember you no matter what time or season. You cared. You dared. You shared and made justice and its equality stand as one agent. Your ambitions were your aspirations, now our inspirations. God has the best protectors of valor possible, angelic heroes walking that sacred beat.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 14, 2016

Raging like a fire, terror shoots up and its flames of evil scorch many who conspire to perpetrate such actions. You and your colleagues, Officer Cook, had many fires to put out in the Dade County area. Remembering your fighting spirit sparked by integrity, dignity and honesty, the peace and preservation now burns as our torch of freedom precisely by your endeavor. Enhancement has stayed as the foundations of the cornerstones of your good character, charming persona and the quality commitment to excellence that is demanded from all public servants. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your career was blessed by humility, outstanding bravery and heroism to be forever honored. Dade County has many humble heroes and heroines who served the cause, you all will be saluted for caring and loyalty.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 14, 2016

Hitting the pavement running, police have to take advantage of their inner knowledge, skills of superior tactics and whatever is at their disposal to tear terror from its rule. In Dade County, Officer Cook, you were leaned on and counted upon to reliably and most ably take hold of violence and to attempt to ward off its negativity. You were a most loving and caring person. A compassionate gentleman with a humble soul that keeps soaring the heights of superiority. You were a noble and brave man whose dignity, integrity and honor placed within our beings and souls, peace and freedom for all. Unity depends upon a man or woman's decent character, conviction and commitment to sensibly handle rugged assignments. Yours, Officer Cook, were of a heroic stature, there was never a doubt about your success. There was more sharing and caring. God's amazing grace shed His upon you and your family and colleagues. Truly a very blessed Godsend. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your foundations were the aspirations and dreams that are now foundations by which enhancement remains. It will be your legacy, Officer Cook, it's etched and inscribed in Dade County Police History. You're not forgotten. You're fondly remembered as wise and prudent leader of others.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 14, 2016

Distraction requires one's mind to be free of clutter. One must filter out the less important matters and to focus on the relevant. Police officers need clear minds and level heads of vision and instincts to be able to function soundly while sorting out various information. They receive from all sides. Still one must be available to stay open, honest and updated on any pertinent leads that can have the greatest affect in solving and resolving. Dade County as I've said many times was most fortunate to have you, Officer Cook, in its midst. When you display tact and a tenacious fighting heart as you humbly had, the citizens knew they would be taken care of. A man places his dignity and integrity on the line and gives more heroism than we could ever imagine, salutes should be forth coming for your desire, devotion and determination to see things through clearly and concisely. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your legacy is there close to those who call upon it for reference. Your character and its morals and ideals are forever. God when He takes His most beloved heroes and heroines takes their affections and affirmations to His shelters utilizing them for eternal protection. All the soul searching can be located just above us. Just imagine over twenty-two-thousand gallant and dignified professional guiding and watching over us. Violence sure as a sun coming up in the morning should pause and cease commission. Those who witnessed and committed are there to take notice. You are listening to us, Officer Cook. I'll pray for you Mrs. Cook. I still walk and drive by your old North Miami Beach home on NE 170th Street.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 14, 2016

The pieces to the puzzle fit perfectly when they are outfitted with honor, dignity and the integrity to steer one's desires to accomplish. You were a big part of your department's success, Officer Cook. Dade County's patience was rewarded with quality service when you policed. The commitments and job demands were fulfilled, Officer Cook, though, there was more left to tackle. Public service protecting all people never ends even after one retires voluntarily or is sadly taken from this earth by the very evil they are sworn to eliminate. You were a humble man, Officer Cook. A hero of bravery and gallantry to be certain. Your life and the sacrifice you made is the very heroism that only enhances one's legacy. The uniform and badge you donned in fitting character, Officer Cook ,will be something your family and comrades and cherish and share with each other forever. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The sounds of silence can surely be deafening. The spirit of your valiant soul can be seen flying high each and every moment of the day, afternoon and evening.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 14, 2016

Sadly, violence preys on lots of good hard working and honest folks. It does not discriminate. The rich, the poor, the oppressed tragically see its clutches as it ensnares them. That is why we need faithful and loyal men and women who are brave and unafraid to tackle whatever issues are placed their way even involuntarily. Officer Cook, you sought to heal the wounds of this very violence, the pain and anguish left in its wake. When tensions ran high, it was your knowledge and honesty that was put to the test in resolving and putting the peace back rightly where it belonged. Those salutes of honor attesting to your dignity and integrity are still coming your way, Officer Cook. They are as gentle as a morning rain. Your legacy and its refined character and commitment keep finding their ways down from the heavens above. You won't ever be forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 14, 2016

Police officers leave no doubt as to their convictions to honesty and bravery. They need resourcefulness and justice following them every step of their journeys. You travels, Officer Cook, were dedicated to prudence which in turn lead to the credence of you being so dignified. Dade County like any other large metropolis relies on the skills and connections forged by all its heroes, devoted public servants who serve and protect the same causes of the public interest. Your life and career, Officer Cook, was the shining example of integrity, wisdom and the exact leadership that was needed to provide citizens with the very peace and unity they have come to expect. Always treasured. Always the humane and humbly respected gentleman with a kindness to match. God's gentleness rests within your family members and colleagues who now strive to serve and dignify their uniforms and badges of distinction. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 14, 2016

Quiet, yet one who goes about their daily life humbly is assured of some reward by Our Creator. A man who dreamed, a man who worked and a man who explored, you captivated the hearts and minds of all folks who worked or befriended , Officer Cook. Nothing like getting information and vision from a wonderful gentleman and an outstanding public servant who made Dade County that much more peaceful, though you paid the ultimate price as heroes may have to do for our enhancements to continue. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A source of refreshing resolve with a touch of humane courage all from your giving heart. Your soul still and forever will serve as our inspiration.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 14, 2016

All occupations require in one shape or another a penchant for success. And police work which requires diligence and honesty sis no different. Your exploits, Officer Cook, took you around Dade County and its area making people feel safer and at peace. The unity that is much needed is because of your unselfish heroism and unwavering humility. You will never be forgotten for your dignity and integrity. It serves as a lesson to all. If one is to persevere accordingly, you must stay the paths of truth and fairness, justice is for all. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Yesterday is gone. Today has arrived. Tomorrow we shall look at it as a gift from God.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 14, 2016

A person's life and career are those enriched by their effort. Safety and peace demanded a unique protocol and surely those fortunate to be living in Dade County at the time were very blessed by your service to them, Officer Cook. Nothing in life is a sure thing or for that matter guaranteed. You gave supreme effort marked with dignity and honor. Integrity is a word not foreign people. Police must have this within their being when protecting and maintaining calm over situations. Your class and determination shall be fondly remembered and never forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Those who perform admirably will be rewarded humbly as you were, Officer Cook. Those whose character has blemishes and flaws will be weeded out. The streets must be patrolled with instinctual intelligence and an unwavering respect and resolve to do right the first time. One does not get too many do overs. Enhancement shall live on as your legacy of optimism, hope and faith, Officer Cook.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 13, 2016

I meant to say, Officer Cook, that those who pay homage to your memory, do so with the high esteem. An eye doctor dilates our pupils to examine the back of our eyes. Your diligence in Dade County was dilated by dignity and devotion to all. When that call came out on the radio that afternoon of May 16, 1979, there was no thought of you and Reserve Officer Scott Lincoln, your partner that day, Officer Cook. of you going back to your station to finish your shift. God took you there my neighbor, friend and hero, so too your commitment to pride, character and achievement. Rest in peace. A treasured man. A legacy secure in Dade County police history rich in courage and nobleness to all humanity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 13, 2016

A sound mind is the bond and sense of protection and security beyond the letter. Being a humble gentleman, Officer Cook, your role was to think on the run at times and to stay level headed while patrolling Dade County streets. Its citizens depended on your resources of integrity to carry them through their very pursuits in and of life. Seeing that life is not forever, we must channel our emotions properly in order to produce the best response. That what you exceeded in faithfully fairly and fondly. Always the caring and consummate servant who backed up his efforts with bravery, valor and decency. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A mission accomplished and now left for others to fulfill as wisely and as valiantly.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 13, 2016