Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

The glory is not in never failing, but in rising every time you fail. You picked yourself up Officer Cook, and proceeded to your next assignment. This world surely needs individuals as stable and unwavering as you were my neighbor, friend and hero were. Rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 26, 2012

We were made for God. Only by being in some respect like Him, only by being a manifestation of His beauty, lovingkindness, wisdom or goodness, has any earthly beloved excited our love. Officer Cook, you certainly made a huge impression upon society, all of the above so aptly tells the legacy of your fine upstanding humanity and the large shoes you left for us to fill. It's impossible to fill ones shoes, we can only emulate your warmth and soothing mannerisms. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 26, 2012

A cheerful disposition is good for your health: gloom and doom leave you bone-tired. An optimist by nature, this describes your career. You were Officer Cook, not afraid to take risks and on May 16, 1979, after six years of giving every ounce of effort that you could give, God called you home to be reunited with your beloved father, Charles in cheering up those officers who needed uplifting the most. Keep looking over us and rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your heroic actions will not be ever forgotten by me or my family.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 26, 2012

As a police officer committed to serving the public interest, you had to exhibit patience on more than one occasion, Officer Cook, it's a patient man that has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man displays folly. That last part of this statement could certainly lead an officer to danger, but you maintained calmness many times when dealing with adversity in controlling domestic disputes. How else could you have vigorously kept the peace? Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. I'm sure as I read about that you could say something a little off the wall to make people laugh. Nothing is wrong with that. When on duty you were as careful and bold as you needed to be to get the job done.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 26, 2012

Knowledge is proud that it knows so much: wisdom is humble that it knows no more. Officer Cook, you were a very proud person, humble were both you and your wife, Karen and very hard workers. Compassion and pride were the cornerstones of your careers. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 26, 2012

Wise people store up knowledge, but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction. Your mind was like a sponge storing knowledge, Officer Cook, to enable you to transfer this to other officers. We can only hope they take full advantage of this. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 26, 2012

A true friend is distinguished in the crisis of hazard and necessity: when the gallantry of his aid may show the worth of his soul and the loyalty of his heart. Your heart Officer Cook, was a big as they come, often lending a helping hand to your friends and colleagues. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 26, 2012

Reliable friends who do what they say are like cool drinks in sweltering heat-refreshing! Like billowing clouds that bring no rain is the person who talks big but never produces. Humility and sincerity were benchmarks of your brilliant career Officer Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero and humbly guide our pathways that you navigated during your lifetime.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 26, 2012

God often calls us to do things that we do not have the ability to do, spiritual discernment is knowing God calls you to do something. God empowers you to do it. It's obvious Officer Cook, my neighbor, friend and hero that Our Creator assisted you in your calling, the passion you had as a young man to become a police officer. You poured every ounce of your sweat and energy into your job. This had to make your family very proud of you. Rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 26, 2012

To acquire knowledge, one must study: but to acquire wisdom, one must observe. A knowledgeable, studious and wise police officer you were, Officer Cook, during your distinguished career. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 26, 2012

You internalized God's approval in all your works Officer Cook, and never allowed anything to come between you and your position. Before your passing, you experienced sadness with the passing of your beloved father, Charles. I can tell you from personal experience all those years since my father's passing, it was difficult for my mother, my she rest in peace. I'm sure things were difficult for your mother, Mrs. Julia Cook, may she live and be well. But, because of her devoutness, she was able to overcome and has since been getting along pretty well out in San Diego. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. I'm sure your sister, Nancy misses you as does your other relatives.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2012

What is man? Every fiber of your body is a creation of God. Your spirit, the spark of the Divine, your personality, invisible as Deity itself, weave and work in this microcosm and control your intellect and your body. Every creature has holy characteristics, it's those that are able to take that spark and fashion something positive with it. Exactly, Officer Cook, is what you made yourself from the time of a young man until you became a man, a true mensch, that means a person. You gave honor and respect to others and in turn we now give you the honor and respect you so richly deserve. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2012

This world sure was a better place because of men and women such as Officer William C. Cook. My neighbor, friend and hero, you possessed the knowledge to make others more successful. God says: My children, be sure to be happy, for I give you that which is very good. This message gives direction Officer Cook, for your way of thinking throughout your life. You constantly chose how you viewed your life situation and that of your wife, Karen, as well. You both viewed your lives in a positive way and that is the secret to feeling grateful for all that God did for both of you. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2012

At the beginning of creation the world was completely dark without the faintest hint of any light. One cannot chase away darkness or evil with sticks or any other weapons. In one instant God can send forth His word and there will be a great light. Even in an officer's darkest moments there can be a light which penetrates their heart and soul. Even if Officer Cook, your personal situation remained as it was, when you experienced God's light, it gave you the power to deal with any situation from a position of spiritual strength. I'm sure God carried you through some dangerous moments before that fateful day when you gave your all and made the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf and for that those who knew you won't soon forget you. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2012

Because of your faithfulness Officer Cook, your life took on a meaningful path. All that you achieved in large part was because of your faith and inner serenity. It allowed you to focus on what became a goal for you to accomplish. The moments of excitement and joy that you brought to work each day served to remind us just how special each moment can be even with the dangers that officers face daily. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2012

In the wake of tragedy come tears, in the wake of tears comes determination and in the wake of determination comes a dream. For all that you achieved during your lifetime, Officer Cook, the dreams of all should come to fruition. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2012

Unity gives strength and whatever kindness we can carry out to assist a family of a fallen officer we must do so. I understand when they were in the process of renting your parents home, the department helped fixing the roof. A very noble gesture. At least the Metro-Dade Police Department still all these years later, remembers you, Officer Cook. This made your soul very happy to see that you were not forgotten and your mother, Mrs. Julia Cook was also not forgotten. God should be merciful on your soul as you were merciful toward toward others. The outpouring of the community at your Inspector's Funeral Officer Cook further reinforces their commitment to keep alive your memory for all your heroic actions on May 16, 1979. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero along with your beloved father, Charles. Unity we stand, as unity we fall. When one officer loses their life in performing their duties, it's as if the nation fell.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2012

A righteous person like you were Officer Cook, will keep the welfare of others uppermost in his mind even before he passes. A true leader is one who deals with each person individually and finally, a true leader is expected to be at the forefront of the battle. Officer Cook, you were not one to shy away from trouble. Not that you would go looking for it. If you observed something amiss, you probably would have checked it out. Precisely why we must be grateful to you, Officer Cook, who has done a favor for us, even if you did not do so intentionally. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero and watch our trails as we help our fellow citizens out.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2012

Thugs and bad people need to be eradicated from the streets and placed in jail if they are found guilty of a serious crime. Officers can't just walk away from trouble. Unfortunately, officers such as yourself Officer Cook, have to place yourselves in harm's way to make peace between others. If there was anything you could have done differently that day, you would have done so. Your peers knew the type of officer you were as did your partner, Scott Lincoln. His weapon and Officer DiGenova's weapon were the only weapons not fired at that scene. You did all you could have done and for this you will be honored forever. Officers sometimes don't give an honest day effort for an honest day pay as you demonstrated Officer Cook. Such a shame, possibly not only endangering the community, but putting their fellow officers at great bodily risk. They need more professionally dedicated officers like you, Officer Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2012

Police officers such as yourself, Officer Cook, are as watchful as they can be. You have to know your surroundings and the people living within those boundaries. The call you answered without being obligated only reinforces your desire to make our world safer even risking your life. We must learn the lessons of your career and why and how officers of your caliber risk everything for us. You will never be forgotten and you should rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2012

Back in the day where you and your wife, Karen lived Officer Cook, was called the Norwood section of Miami or North Miami, Florida 33169. The area had quite a lot of Jewish families that lived there. Today, the area has changed since your passing, although, a family friend of my parents still lives there at 430 NW 184th Terrace. Mrs Ann Malkin and her husband Leonard, he should rest in peace, was a New York City Police Officer as was my dad, Owen. She is going to be ninety-one in 2013. They lost their oldest daughter in 1999 and their youngest daughter, we should never know is mentally handicapped and lives in a group home. They have been friends of my parents and they came to my Bar Mitzvah forty years ago. Talk about a longtime friendship. I wished we knew the Cook Family, sometimes for what it's worth your friendship with the Davis family would made a wonderful impression on us. I'll never the less always honor and thoughtfully think of your career and sacrifice. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. I'm sure you and Karen, Officer Cook had quite a lot of friends both Jewish and of other faiths.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2012

All law enforcement officers are expected to be above and beyond reproach. No one is above the law even those who took an affirmation to uphold it. Judging others favorably is something that you, Officer Cook, always realized when patrolling the streets. I believe you were destined to rise higher up the ladder of advancement if God had not called you to be one of His angels. You keep watching over us with your father, Charles and continue to rest in peace, my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2012

As a leader of other officers, I'm certain you addressed them in a manner that conveyed a message to them to be professional at all times and cautious in how you approach a situation. The quiet and calming effect you had on your peers spoke highly of why you succeeded in your life whether at home with Karen or on the job. Your appreciation for hard work, loyalty and devotion to others will forever be honored. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2012

You always gave your best efforts Officer Cook when protecting the citizens of Dade County. I'm sure whenever a need arose you and your wife, Karen were be very charitable. I'm sure your family members carry on in your giving spirit. I still am amazed walking around North Miami beach, Florida where you grew up thinking about you and your memories. Unfortunately, for myself I have memories not so pleasant. My father, Owen who like you was a longtime New York City Police Officer, may he and my mother, Bernice rest in peace as you, my neighbor, friend and hero and your father, Charles, also rest in peace passed away in our home on 6th Ave. and 179th Dr. where we lived and my mother passed nine years ago in Palm Garden Nursing and Rehab center in Aventura. Believe it or not, I preferred to live in your parents home if it was not already rented, even if for sentimental reasons. Your spirit is very sorely missed and still wished I knew you. But, I'll always remember your sacrifice and the way you conducted your affairs as a dedicated officer. The best the county had policing its streets. My dad passed eleven months after your tragic death.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 25, 2012

I'll always keep your mother, Mrs. Julia Cook, sister, Nancy and her family in my thoughts and prayers as we gather to celebrate this holy day of Christmas. After all there is only one God, and joy, peace and unity are the messages that should spread throughout the entire universe. It's what you would expect of others as you so did during your valued lifetime. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. We should never take anything for granted as you never took anything for granted.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 24, 2012