Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Your caring heart and soul was filled with joy and laughter. The bright smile says it all. You'll never be forgotten, Officer Cook. Heroism did not pass that day. Honor, dignity and integrity were spiritually transferred to heaven to serve their angelic roles. Dade County was where you gave your life and character, their commitments to pride and excellence never wavered. Never derailed your pursuits of peace and prosperity for your beloved community who still pay homage to your memory. But then again never overlooked and never shelved. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 10, 2022

A blanket keeps you warm by day and night. You maintained safety and stability, Officer Cook, by being reliable and resourceful. Dade County depended upon your logical mannerisms and the dedication of one fine and outstanding hero. Honor, dignity and integrity all exerting their rightful authority over an area to fortify its harmony, unity and liberty for all to move about freely. A gentleman who acted like that and was devoted to his parents and that is one reason, Officer cook, why your mom she should rent in peace lived for nearly forty years after your sacrifice. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 10, 2022

Serenity and security set honesty and integrity's tables with dignity and heart. All character, class and decency, Officer Cook, Dade County was your location of aspiration and acumen so humanely heroic. A hero whose career and life set the cornerstones for a safer future. You were diligent, vigilant and a consummate source of grace and faithfulness, devotion and desire so loyal and special. An angel of bravery, virtue and wisdom, maturity beyond your years. Always saluted and forever remembered. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Respect, resolve and resiliency all determined and thoughtfully caring and truthful.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 10, 2022

You personified dignity, integrity, honor and all first class. A hero of Dade County who was loyal, esteemed and very much cherished, reverent and unselfish in all your roles and obligations of virtue and wisdom, Officer Cook. A humble and great young man gone too early with more left to acomplish. The lessons of life you learned, your aspirations are all inspirations for your family to live by and for as they carry forward a legacy so stellar and unique, what a special man with charisma, charm and a big caring heart and soul of humanity that is very sadly missed every second. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 10, 2022

Day after day, night after night, dignity, integrity and honesty are never lost. For we look up to the stars at night and your bright soul, heroic, loyal and adored, Officer Cook, lights the paths for your beloved family to follow in. They live on with your spirit watching over them for it gave its finest performance while carrying out your obligations on behalf of Dade County. They won't forget you and sincerely devote their own lives to the traditions you carried in your own sweet heart. A man of vision, valor and versatility all carrying their blessings of boldness and bravery. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 9, 2022

The pillows of precision, perseverance and principles were circling around you, Officer Cook, at all times. Six years of service never more meaningful and never more thoughtful. You certainly were a resourceful gentleman gallant and bold. Honesty and dignity all faced evil straight on. Dade County had a most compassionate human being protecting them for sure. Your family lives each day with you in their hearts and minds. A virtuous and a special man indeed. Such a loss that has served to inspire those who have dreams and aspirations to carry onward. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 9, 2022

Blessings come from the palaces above are God's plans and blueprints sent from his eternal home. You were one of the many heroic servants who gave their life to try and uplift the spirits of the residents living in and round Dade County. Your badge, Officer Cook, is our daily reminder of just how warm and embracing you were. Dignity, integrity and reverence that were diligent and duly vigilant. You were a trusted warrior and a truthful man of distinct ingenuity and intuition. The sidewalks you patrol now and for eternity are perfectly made for heroes and heroines of heart and soul. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A world that was catered for our happiness, health and peaceful prosperity made securer by you Officer Cook.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 9, 2022

Patrolling the roads, streets, corners and corridors does require acumen, astuteness and the awareness of every bone in your being, Yours, Officer Cook, were constructed faithfully, truthfully and with an honest heart and soul. Now for a man who made the ultimate sacrifice may God keep watching over your spirit as it flies higher each moment. For living a special and precious life snuffed out by evil may heaven keep safeguarding your treasured and most humanely dignified name. Your family has integrity and wisdom and so did "Uncle Bo." Cherished and greatly admired. May you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. I'm fortunate to have spoken with Officer DiGenova. Now when I finally meet with him, what a survivor hero and with you, Officer Cook, looking down the memories will come flooding in. You enjoyed life, you relished being able to work a profession that id perilous yet has its humble rewards for those who give their all.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 9, 2022

Your father and mother, Officer Cook, may you all rest in peace my neighbors, friends and hero were honored and most humbly proud when they watched you being sworn in and putting on your badge and uniform for the very first time. How can the Cook Family now move forward carrying your heroic legacy of goodwill, faithfulness and resolve? The answer is for them to exemplify your ideals, virtues and values. Having integrity, respect and dignity already gave you a start, very humble yet they have personified your cherished and most blessed name here in Dade County where your service and smile went hand in hand. A man of principles so passionate and full of heart and soul sincere and well versed in tenacity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A building needs one block at a time and your goodwill and good nature has been forever remembered for its unrelenting and unwavering service to mankind.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 9, 2022

You displayed and demonstrated dedication, devotion and determination, Officer Cook, all throughout your life and public service career one cut way too short because of one nasty and violent young man. Heaven is not his reward it's your heroic home forevermore because God is blessing your honesty, dignity and integrity all solemnly given to Dade County citizens to allow them the freedom to be free and to pursue their chosen life endeavors. Our serenity and security all were created and brokered by your tireless esteem, loyalty and heart that was the class, decency and champion of character, reverence and virtue wiser than the field. We salute you and your sacred journeys all undertaken in Our Creator's compassionate name never losing sight of your accountability and versatility, morals and ideals embellished and forever leaving a noble impression upon humanity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 9, 2022

A man, a gentleman and a wonderfully engaging human being who gave his unique life and a career built on accentuating everything positive and upbeat with humanity. A superior individual and a noble warrior attuned with direction, desire and determination to uproot callousness from our midst. Your family, Officer Cook, along with Dade County citizens and a host of friends have never forgotten your sweet disposition and a calming voice of sense and purpose as they patrolled the community with unwavering dignity, integrity and character. A man whose life was lived and never a moment wasted. God certainly continues rewarding and blessing your soul and heart of virtue and wisdom as they combed for peace and unity for mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The balloons have been released as your humble spirit is free now to roam and soar.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 8, 2022

The shield of justice all truth and trust flowing forth for your sincere, dignified and honest efforts, Officer Cook. The people of Dade County relied upon more than your basic instincts, intelligence and intuitive missions to carry them through when danger lurked. You kept your eyes, heart and soul affixed to your basic onuses where every semblance of goodwill, thoughtfulness and sincerity was counted on. A young man a hero with many good qualities. Morals, discipline and excellent conduct always shining through when the times got tough. You never shied away nor ran from peril confronting it head on and for this solemn salutes are a necessity. You gave your life at twenty-five to spell a sinister man carrying out his plot to kill public servants cherished, admired and deeply revered for their lives where common sense and compassion comprise their tenacity and fortitude. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 8, 2022

Today is a special day, Mother's Day and your mother, Mrs. Julia Cook may you rest in peace along with your beloved husband, Mr. Charles Cook and your heroically darling son, Officer William Coldman Cook, badge#1664. A Dade County legend signed, sealed and stamped with an abundance of heart, soul and the rhythm of outstanding character that created the bridges and doors to a sounder and a safer tomorrow. What you began nearly fifty years ago stands as the beacon of light, the pyramid of integrity, dignity and ingenuity that has guided your family and the very many other heroic angels who have succeeded you. Please look over them as we pray that they return safe and secure to their wonderful families. Humility and virtue working feverishly to combat violence which unfortunately ended a promising career and a life headed for surely more achievement. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You always were caring, concerned and humbly loved your parents. That's why she survived all those decades later after you paid the ultimate price for our safety and serenity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 8, 2022

Everyday effort and efficiency were consolidated by honesty, integrity and dignity as their virtue and resolve stood tall and humanely humble and so heroic. Dade County, Officer Cook, was your home and venue for all your vehicles of versatility, vision and wisdom. They coordinated your staunch missions and the persevering pilgrimages of your faithfully enriching patrols. Our very stability and tranquility came about through unselfish and tireless heart and soul poured gently into all your passionate labors of love, loyalty and admiration that was revered by everyone. Foundations constructed for our futures of which you, Officer Cook, should have been allowed to witness. Yet, your spirit is saluted and fondly remembered for its embrace and endearing constitution. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 8, 2022

Angels soar forevermore. Their heroism, hearts and souls faced off against the most evil of characters. People sadly looking for something except taking innocent lives of honest and dignified men and women is not the right way to get attention. You covered Dade County, Officer Cook, like a blanket with a steady hand of goodwill, heart and humility all serenely sacred as you performed your earthly missions where destiny and fate came calling. Just you should not have died that day even though your creed, vigilance and valor were all excellent and your pride in donning a crisp uniform and shiny badge will for eternity be linked to your legacy. It's commitment and truth combined with the resources of trust and conviction. The thrones you occupy my neighbor, friend and hero are kept warm and safeguarded by our Lord. Rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 8, 2022

A man of superb constitution with a golden heart and soul so humble, loyal, esteemed and adored by his family, peers and friends. You touched the wisdom and virtue of Dade County's residents, Officer Cook and for this they won't ever forget you and your angelic heroism. Now and for eternity your respectful character, caring commitments to pride and excellence and the boldness demonstrated in your true and trustworthy convictions are all soaring mightily in heaven where your smile and versatility can direct many others who now cross that Thin Blue Line into a world filled with perfection and serenity. It was and is very tragic and sad that your cherished life and career and a wonderful marriage to Karen ended too soon with missions and journeys of fruition, hope and the faithfulness of goodwill attached to your parachutes of perseverance and mindful precision. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. To your sister, Mrs. Nancy Tidwell and to her daughter, Mrs. Gina Wilkerson a very healthy and happy Mother's Day. Perhaps one day when you visit Florida, Nancy we can meet as I met your lovely daughter about ten years ago at your home where you and your brother lived, your parents' home where I kicked a soccer ball with Legend in the backyard.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 8, 2022

A soft and gentle young man whose heart and soul of humility and heroic honor touched the wings of Dade County created a serener environment for all to live in. Your career and life of dignity and integrity, Officer Cook, constituted the courage and convictions that enable mankind to survive the turmoil that happens. An angel who is forever saluted for virtue, vision and wisdom's versatility, all sacred missions of hope, goodwill and faithfulness that keep heaven aglow. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 7, 2022

Soul and heart digging trenches of tenacity all within your neighborhood, Officer Cook. They will forever be respected, admired and saluted for the efforts of honor, integrity and dignity. Certainly a hero whom Dade County will forever remember. Evil, violence and terror are all perilous circumstances that all devoted and determined public servants must face. You accomplished your diligent roles with everything outstanding in character, wisdom and virtue. Heroes return to heaven where their spirits are set free to soar and to patrol the golden streets above. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 7, 2022

A charitable man with a giving heart and soul. They kept on repaying mankind and what we can certainly do is to pay homage to you, Officer Cook, a young man built on the principles of fair play, truth and honesty. They are always the best policies when one is touching mankind with their unwavering and meaningful integrity and dignity. Simply a deserving human being who sadly had his life ended by a man bent on revenge and authoritarian violence. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Police should not have to suffer from these folks, you, Officer Cook, were a blessing in disguise. That smile just keeps projecting its happiness and radiance throughout your family.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 6, 2022

If things could just cease forever our society would surely be better suited. Officer Cook, heart, soul and your spirit joyfully did their roles with the utmost comprehension to rules, standards and the highest of ethical behavior. Honor, dignity and integrity always so loyal and dedicated to their onuses that were spread far and wide. The building blocks placed down upon the foundations and cornerstones that humanity will surely cherish. Forevermore admired for acumen and accountability. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Dade County remembers the solemn leader and trusted warrior who incorporated the finest of virtues.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 6, 2022

We are gifts from above as no one is perfect. Yet, your beloved life and career of heroism, honesty and humility, Officer Cook, were what sustained during times of brutality. Character, truth and trust performed as admirably as commitment and conviction which kept your patrols strong and bold. a life that was taken by evil never to be overlooked we salute your virtue, versatility and wisdom. Dade County were the benefactors of your diligence and its due vigilance. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 6, 2022

Sincere and heroic, you had every valid and honorable means of preserving and protecting the citizens of Dade County, Officer Cook. When integrity, dignity and character are destroyed by evil then reverence flies out the window. The wickedness that happened to you and to your comrades, Officer Cook, was certainly tragic and horrible. Nothing can bring your sweet and loyal heart and pure soul back to your family. What is on their humble shoulders is to carry to your legacy, your life and values along with them down their roads of peace and happiness. To cherish "Uncle Bo" never forgetting your truth and trust, valor and wisdom, the eyes to see clearly into their futures of which you should have been permitted to see. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 6, 2022

The roads, paths and trails just started. They wind around and what is next depends upon where God needs your essential preservation. Your convictions and commitments, Officer Cook, were all duly honored and on May16, 1979, Dade County lost a warrior, your family lost more. more than one heart, soul and a smile that could light up a room. Your patrol car was utilized to observe and to accomplish journeys where evil, danger and peril stood in your way. Mr.Pearsall was no doubt a scoundrel. No question a man if you could label him as such with no reverence for politeness, class and anything that authority represented. Your principles, scruples and morals were honorable, dignified and were the epitome of integrity, wisdom and virtue. Badge#1664 serves as heavens' keeper and angel with compassion and a spirit noble and serenely sacred. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 5, 2022

Lately more people are being killed by these Brightline trains while trying to go around its gates that at down. Now, why is our world suffering from a seemingly indulgence of terror and hatred? Crime just thrives upon a weakened society. It took gusts, grit and gumption all from your heart and soul of honor, dignity and the understanding of why servants who perform a noble position may have if success at any level is possible. Dade County was and is where your stoic name and smile are forevermore saluted and solemnly remembered as tonight Dade County gathers at Tropical Park to honor you, Officer Cook and nearly one-hundred and fifty heroes of heart and character who paid the ultimate price for safety, security and happiness to circle around us for ever. Hope and goodwill are all part of your heroic legacy to be enshrined in your family, peers and department's hearts. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 5, 2022

At times we question why do things happen? The reasons and causes are locked up in the gates of heaven a peaceful location where perfection soars and walks their flawless beats as The Almighty directs His flock of heroes and heroines. You are a hero, Officer Cook, you were so filled with passion for life and the chosen profession you willingly chose. You can look back and say what if I taught drums to kids, well integrity, humility and your stoic heart were exactly what Dade County and its residents needed to be uplifted from the doldrums. Heinous and callous evil robbed you of living then and now and it's almost forty-three years since you made the ultimate sacrifice of commitment to pride and excellence along with true character and trusted convictions. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. For risking your life in perilous times may the foundations and cornerstones you built be abundantly rewarded and blessed for heroic achievement.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 5, 2022