Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

A person's good name and reputation can never be sullied even by the very wickedness that takes them for this good earth. As a most loyal and faithful servant, Officer Cook, your name and heroic actions will always be noted. Great men and women back up their talk with action and that was demonstrated valiantly on May 16, 1979. All Dade County and the entire police nation fondly salutes its most honorable heroes and heroines. You sir remain at the very top of that angelic list. Now God has taken to His shelter and protected you from harm so you could watch over other comrades who attempt to carry on with what you started. Dignity, liberty and peace has continued because of your humbly unselfish mannerisms. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The Cook name lives on and your wonderfully engaging spirit continues flying high each and everyday. Those good deeds are your legacy, one entrenched firmly in the hearts and minds of all mankind.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 28, 2015

I meant to say, Officer Cook, your sunny disposition. We know all men and women in the police family are not the same. And yet one fact for certain is that they must carry within their uniform and badge that much required honesty, dignity and integrity. It's kind of like their life blood. They cannot begin to cope, to grapple with all the rigors and challenges of their chosen profession. You were a humble servant who was and still remains a cherished gentleman. You are missed and will forever be saluted for having the bravery to serve and to protect all Dade County citizens. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. If legacies were easy to garner, they are not, but yours, Officer Cook, began when you were young and when you pursued your dreams, aspirations and they then became reality.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 28, 2015

Through thick and thin, through sunny and rainy days, there you were, Officer Cook, serving and the preserving the integrity of all citizens. You sunny disposition and calming voice of reason and passion surely spearheaded all of your efforts and your department and colleagues were most grateful. Nobody could predict your sad and untimely passing through wanton violence from this world, though you left us way too soon, your sacrifice and unwavering courage have kept peace and your heroic legacy as humble as it gets. you were outstandingly honorable and with a character so faithful and loyal. You will never be forgotten. Only treasured and most beloved. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your friendliness and courtesies are very much missed, as is your professional mannerisms, decency, desire and class. You made your family proud of your accentuated accomplishments.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 27, 2015

The humility of our loving and humble heroes deserve our respects and salutes for simply being who they were. If not for their honorable deeds of self-sacrifice all encompassed by their dignity and integrity, no telling where we the hard working residents of Dade County would be. You were among the many courageous and talented officers who reached out on a daily basis to protect our freedoms, Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 27, 2015

Thank God for brave and righteous officers with souls of dignity and integrity. And thank the Lord for sending you, Officer Cook, out into our community to patrol, protect and to serve the public interest. Never one to back away from danger, your bravery and honor were tested daily. You came through with flying colors. Compassion, concern and care all were centerpieces of a well live life and a profoundly outstanding career. One cut too short by this insidious violence that still permeates in our society. You were loved and respected and have been and continue to be honored and saluted for having the unselfish and unwavering boldness to answer the calls of duty. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. It's your character and class that were most valuable in assisting your every move. Decency, desire, devotion and determination always take front and center humbly guiding the many brave law enforcement professionals.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 26, 2015

We keep in touch with the families of those humble heroes of law enforcement who have given of themselves. Their lives and loved ones they leave behind when they go out and begin their day battling evil are the ones who must continue spreading the message of unity and peace. For they know and we must understand none of this could ever occur if not for their honesty, dignity and stellar integrity. To be victorious in this seemingly never ending battle we must garner cooperation from the very citizens of which they serve. The simple fact is, Officer Cook, you were a fighter, in the sense that your gallantry and courage never wavered. You put forth the effort and that is all we ever ask of our uniquely trained and skilled officers. Women and men of equal persuasion, whose humbly and heroic mannerisms helped lessen this monster we label as wicked. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero, you surely deserve a salute for your feats of enhancement and enlightenment. It's what carries us in all our pursuits and endeavors. Those who have left us way too need to know they surely can be comforted by our respect and admiration their loved ones displayed as they too pursued their dreams and goals of achievement.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 26, 2015

Whenever I see a Metro-Dade Police car in and around my area, I think of you, Officer Cook. It's just growing up in North Miami Beach and attending Sabal Palm Elementary School brings back memories, for myself not so pleasant, for you, probably a lot of good vibes. Dade County residents got those got vibes whenever you patrolled with your humility, honor and dignity accompanying your every movement. Comrades and friends take note of this as they remember the gallant and brave officer who stood for truth, justice and the American way. Saluted, honored and revered, rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Character, courage in your convictions all laid the centerpiece to both a hearty life and a career bound for further greatness. As the saying goes only God knows why. Your eternal mission has been for the last thirty=six years has been to look out from above over your comrades who now face the same perils protecting as you did. Let us hope and pray they come home safely each day.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 26, 2015

Dignity deserves recognition. Bravery, valor and courage require a wholesome salute. Exactly what we afford those young and older energetic souls who lay their lives down for our benefit. Officer Cook, you honorably served Dade County and its residents preserving and protecting their interests. Firmly grounded by a decent and loving upbringing your commitment to vigilance and resiliency helped to keep peace and has endured until now and will forever stay the course. Your gallantry and congenial ways surely helped you and your comrades in this pursuit and battle against evil. A warrior until the end, your badge and uniform represented the ideals and guidelines by which all departments operate proficiently and professionally each day. You are missed will always be saluted for heroically acting as you did on May 16, 1979. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your convictions and boldness are two of the many foundations upon that which your legacy stands.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 25, 2015

Appreciate the joy you receive when you make others happy. Those who are loyal and faithful are the individuals who reap their rewards from Our Creator. Police officers and other public servants are expected to maintain a fair balance between honesty, dignity and integrity as this steers them throughout their lives and professional careers. What motivated you, Officer Cook, was your firm belief and desire to assist others and every breath of your life was dedicated to this endeavor.If only every officer around this town, state and country could act with principles and character as you displayed. Only God is perfect in all His ways and only God has His reasons as to why He takes those so brave and reverent souls to patrol His golden streets in the heavens above. You remain cherished and treasured as both a humble human being, an excellent police officer and a gentleman whose decorum and determination helped to keep peace and unity moving forward in Dade County. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 25, 2015

Life does have its moments. Some are happy. Other times sadness comes buzzing through the door like a swarm of bees. As a devout and most faithful gentleman, Officer Cook, you could actually witness the bright side of things. You went through the losses of some of your comrades. One never knows quite when that day will come. As a strong and resilient young man who was dedicated to protecting and serving through, dignity, integrity and honesty through commitment, it would a bit difficult to understand why God called you home to His abode. Your father, Charles, may he too rest in peace was waiting for his loving and darling son to come and greet him with that bright smile, engaging laugh and terrific bear hug. Your comrades paid you the fondest farewell and have remained committed to carrying out your legacy of hope and peace for all. Being attuned to people's needs, your strength of character, courage and bravery stays with your family, friends and colleagues forever.Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You'll never be far from our hearts and minds and I'll always say prayers for you, Mrs. Cook. You should live and be well at one-hundred. You raised a very loving, loyal and humble family.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 24, 2015

When listening and focusing in on someone talking to you, listen very carefully to the tone of their voice and the way the message is being communicated to you. When you spoke, Officer Cook, all Dade County residents took your words to heart, probably a very good reason you were a valued public servant. Having the honesty, dignity and integrity can assist any officer greatly as they tackle the daily challenges of their profession. Maintaining the dedication, desire and decency does help combat in the fight against evil. You witnessed this happening every watch. You stayed calm and determined to see all things through. Your heroic legacy reflects this very fact as now God watches over you and the many valiant and brave men and women who have sacrificed for the enhancement of their communities. You were admired, respected and cherished in a town and city where your professional participation helped take a bite out of crime. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Through your courage, conviction and commitment do way enjoy our freedom to do whatever in peaceful times and in unity for all mankind

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 24, 2015

Radiance and relevance, two words, simple as they are that describe one man whose style and effort fit like a glove. Officer Cook, you captured the imagination of an entire community that you not only grew up in, but loved, served and protected with every ounce of your unwavering strength and regard for all people. Without honesty and integrity the cogs of justice would fall off the wheels and kayos would then ensue. Character, commitment and conviction, just as your valor and courage helped navigate you safely through any issue that cropped up. You will never be forgotten. Heroes and heroines should always be saluted and remembered for having the common sense, the rationale to see a problem, recognize a problem and then to be able to resolve, solve whatever is called for. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 23, 2015

You were always the most considerate and courteous officer patrolling Dade streets, Officer Cook. Thank goodness you were an honest and very dignified person. How could the citizens be any less grateful for what you meant. Your life and career stood for unique intuition, intellect and the wisdom needed to carry out basic tasks and it was your maturity that made you such a cherished and treasured gentleman and police officer. so we say it is your heroic legacy that will reminds us of why we have such brave and humble individuals working a profession that has many dangers and perils, yet has its rewards too. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. God has your beautiful smile up in His abode, those who knew you have so many wonderful memories. You're missed very much.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 23, 2015

Always looking for the bad guys, you were that top of the line officer, Officer Cook, who could be relied upon in the darkest moments. So fitting for you to display your honesty, dignity and integrity even when not required to answer that call of May 16, 1979. Having gone to many different scenes, there you were saving lives of your partner and comrades, civilians from all walks of life. One who puts their own life and career on the line deserves our highest accolades, salutes and fondest regards. All your efforts showcased what we knew about your commitment and personality, it is attached to a strong legacy never to be pulled apart. We just hope that those who have succeeded you maintain the decorum class and decency as you did for twenty-five years of faithful service to all mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Humane and valiant until the end. Resilient and diligent at every moment. No looking away. Focused and unselfish. A man of maturity and leadership beyond your age.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 22, 2015

A mellow individual whose demeanor represented the very epitome of professional courtesy we expect from all public servants. And Officer Cook, you were just a gentle and humble human being whose manner fortified all of our pursuits and dreams that we share. Visions of tomorrow could only take shape because of your sacrifice and the honor and dignity which upheld your outstanding life and police career. Now the hard part is when those who loved and cherished your unwavering spirit had to say goodbye for now. Your spirit continues its flight up in the heavens of Our Creator where His many heroes of loyalty, faith and resourcefulness now rest in peace as you do my neighbor, friend and hero. How blessed, how fortunate were those to have met and greeted you with the same bright smile and integrity that engaged all Dade County citizens. Your legacy of hope, enhancement, education and enlightenment stands as foundations of a well lived life and career that had much left to accomplish. The missions of yesterday, Officer Cook, are the reasons we strive to carry on your aspirations, your goals, your achievements, whatever tasks you completed, we just attempt to march on. Time does not stand still. You would expect us to move on and endeavor to be ourselves, be honest, be fiercely loyal, be devoted and dedicated, God helps take care of the remaining essentials of our quality and commitments to pride and excellence.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 22, 2015

Your smiling face, your calming influence, the two sides of every officer and what should be displayed on their uniforms and on their badges. Your uniform, Officer Cook, stood for the epitome of peace, resolve and intuition. How else could you humbly give direction to others if you could not follow the rules and regulations of your department? You always went by the book and conducted your professional affairs with bravery, valor and honesty. All these years later you are still and forever being saluted and appreciated. A hero of the highest regard who got the job done right with vision, knowledge and the boldness to stand in face to face against evil. No running. No hiding. No turning your back when you were counted on the most. Strong and steady. Mindful and meaningful. Your loyalty and fulfillment of your life and its missions of which you were sent her e by God have been accomplished all with success. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A true Godsend now with Our Creator as one of His many heroic angels who held the peace and protected our rights to live freely and without any quarrels whatsoever. Badge#1664 rests soundly as does the loving and cherished gentleman who wore it integrity, honor and humility.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davi

October 21, 2015

In the crazy world we live in today we surely can be most grateful and thankful for such devoted and honorable public servants such as yourself, Officer Cook. At least for most of your life and professional career you were able to conquer tough dilemmas and you were able to tackle the tall challenges placed before you. Desire, dignity and sheer determination do go hand in hand as they steer an officer's watch. Now up in heaven with so many our brave and resourceful souls, you take on the challenge to watch over those protecting our liberties, unity and peace. Their legacies of character, commitment and conviction are the ultimate motivations in making this a more serene world. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Police always try to maintain a fine line between good and bad, you were a humble and humane gentleman who acquitted yourself accordingly at all times. Dade County residents can speak of you in glowing terms and with the warmest of sincerity. Outstanding and engaging all for heaven's sake.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 21, 2015

We will remember you gregarious nature and smiling face forever, Officer Cook. You were at the top of your profession when you left us way too soon. I'll continue saying prayers for your mom. She raised two wonderful kids and her darling son who represented honesty, bravery and integrity. Colleagues and friends from all over have never forgotten your big heart and humility. One can only succeed by lifting up the fallen, healing the broken and uplifting the downtrodden. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 20, 2015

Heroes of our past should have been allowed to reach old age, although we know those decisions are up to God. You were a superb servant, Officer Cook, brimming with humbleness and honesty that enabled you to lead other men and women as brave as you were. One day we may receive answers as to why our world still has violence permeating its air waves. Your legacy of strength and character stays everlasting. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 20, 2015

Seeing that you were one gallant and great individual, Officer Cook, it would be difficult if you did not achieve a means of success. You stayed true to your bond, you loved being with people and serving their needs. We don't happen to come upon heroes, so humble and as courageous as yourself. You were a class person, filled with driven desire, decency and dignity. But it is an officer's honest appearance that will take them places. For twenty-five years of your life, Officer Cook from a happy childhood until May 16, 1979, God watched over you and your pathways in life. He continues guiding your legacy through thick and thin as those brave women and men try to conquer what you endeavored to eliminate, evil and wanton violence that threatens the very fabric of our society. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 18, 2015

The attitude police officers should adopt is one of concern and being cautious. By being honest and dignified does go a long way in helping them solve and resolve any problems that may arise. For your part, Officer Cook, you were most trusted and dependable, a valuable member of your department who provided first class decency, service and protection. You remain cherished and beloved, your colleagues have never forgotten your sincerity and bravery. You carried other officers and it was your humble leadership that steered others in the proper directions. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Legacies are meant to last forever just as your heroic actions of May 16, 1979 that saved many lives, your comrades that day were grateful and remain that way towards a most revered and blessed servant and most importantly a gentleman and faithful human being.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 18, 2015

Savvy and sound, sincere and serene all the ways that make a police officer's job a bit less stressful. You were one of the best, Officer Cook. A most loyal and dignified servant. You took those matters into your hands and with a sense of pride and excellence excelled in making Dade County and its residents lives matter. These enhancements brought about through your generosity and resolve have remained constant reminders of what you meant to us as a true police hero. Humble, compassionate with humility that bravely and valiantly patrolled our streets in a community where you were known and admired. Your legacy of hope and prosperity stays grounded in the belief that violence will soon one day be eradicated and all by your sacrifice and concern for all mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 17, 2015

The greater your faith and devoutness the easier you can overcome hardships. In your family, Officer Cook, your father, Charles passed away when you were in your early twenties. You helped your mother, Mrs. Cook. You were loving and kind. Considerate and polite to all people. Obviously, you and your sister, Nancy, were raised with proper conduct and the results were demonstrated by your actions each and everyday. May 16, 1979, was just that day when your training, your class, decency and desire came to the surface. Valiantly and bravely without reservations, you arrived at a scene you went to many other times. You assessed the situation and professionally did what any officer would do along with Reserve Officer Scott Lincoln, your partner that day. God only knows why you were taken at such a young age with more left to fulfill. Our dreams and goals, your dreams goals and aspirations all were successful because you believed. You stayed calm, collected yourself and maintained integrity, honesty and dignity while displaying the courage and commitment necessary in all public servants. You be revered and saluted for having the common sense, wisdom to battle, the vision to see clearly your missions ahead of you. Most of all your legacy rests on the cornerstones of character, a word used to describe a person's inner and outer exhibition of living by good conduct, morals and values. All of which you possessed and much more. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You were the absolute epitome of grace, loyalty, decency and perseverance that Dade County citizens will never forget. Most police officers do good, it is those we lay to rest that are missed the most.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 17, 2015

The more elevated a person is the greater awareness of your obligation. With any line of work, profession or endeavor in life comes responsibility and we must not shirk our onuses. You never did, Officer Cook and for not forsaking your affirmation, God saw fit to steer your life and police career with honor, dignity and stellar integrity. Twenty-five years is a relatively short time, three-hundred months, but it is what you make of your endeavors that you will be judged in the end. And believe me you'll be cherished, treasured and admired for all your heroic actions. The residents of Dade County have resolve. They can live a bit more at rest because of your unselfish character, courage, conviction and most of all your commitment to see justice meted out fairly and promptly. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your smile, your caring and compassion, Officer Cook, has indeed lifted the spirits of those brave men and women who have followed you and as per their affirmation try to maintain the balance between peace, freedom and unity among one another. God saw your missions in life and your professional career. Now He has taken you to an even higher place, more sacred, safer and sounder than we could even begin to ponder. No more harm will come your way as you patrol those golden streets in His heavenly shelter along with your father, Charles, may he too rest in peace. I'll continue praying for you, Mrs. Cook. Stay well. God bless you. You continue to stand as the devoted inspiration to your entire family. Your darling and heroic son will always be respected for his vision, maturity and strong sense of leadership. His loving presence and friendship will always be sorely missed.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 17, 2015

A never forgotten hero is one who acts with honor and humility in all their actions. Truly one of the best officers during your watch, Officer Cook. Your time as a Metro-Dade Police Officer was spent patrolling and persevering, while keeping people safe and sound. Your courage and badge held together your integrity and honesty. since life as a public servant has its moments, at least the days, hours, months and years of your life were well spent and every ounce of your being was utilized in a most meaningful way. We keep your character and legacy encased for all to view, nothing can impune your valor and bravery. and no one will forget you. They will cherish the time spent with you. the congenial side of your personality will always come to the forefront. You made Dade residents matter. Lives were enhanced by your unwavering commitment to do God's will out of love, respect and loyalty to those closest to you. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis s. Davis

October 16, 2015