Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I called today to wish Karen a nice holiday and found out she retired from her job with an aging center in Minnesota. My family and I do hope she has found a humble peace of mind and humane contentment. After all she suffered over your loss as did your family, department and Dade County in general. Such a beloved young man full of spirit, tireless heart and character so revered and all honorable. To think what Mr. Pearsall did that awful day to you and nearly taking the dignity and integrity away from your two fellow officers and friends in Officers DiGenova and and Edgerton. Fine human beings all of you including Reserve Officer Scott Lincoln, your last partner, Officer Cook. Virtue and valor on a plain and level of trust and truth. You will always be remembered and saluted for esteem, loyalty and for possessing a most treasured soul. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 8, 2022

Where there is a place in the heart there is a place in the home. Where honor, humility and pride serve as dignity, integrity and characters leaders there you were, Officer Cook, being ever so present and consistent in all your abilities and efforts to being a halt to such heinous actions and to allow peace, stability and direction to flow freely within your community of Dade County. Your consummate and most humbling of heroic actions saved lives not only on May 16, 1979 but everyday. The sources of light and virtue are all angelic now and for eternity as you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 8, 2022

A life lost so young but blessed with fortitude and the opportunity to uplift and to enrich the ones you loved and those who treasured you, Officer Cook. A hero does not just bust upon the scene and for a man whose practice was to anticipate, the acumen and awareness were all top of the line. Dade County never took a backseat when you dealt with strife and terror. Your line of integrity, a revered heart and soul along with humane dignity quenched the thirst to learn more. To take in information like a sponge. The very foundations all built by virtue of your vision and high access. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 7, 2022

Your compass was always adjusted in the proper alignment where you had to be while searching the corners and streets for essential tranquility, Officer Cook. A duly reputable man, a servant who was way more mature than your years, but, mot of all honesty, dignity and integrity followed you for twenty-five years of life six of them working for the good people of Dade County. A legend is a humble person who comprehends the meaning, purposes and reasons why Our Master's blueprint for heart and humbleness is a such. Never overlooked and certainly never forgotten for ethics and conduct becoming a true professional. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 7, 2022

Evil is a disease that needs curing. It requires the utmost patience in order to conquer its ugliness. Dade County was fairly fortunate you were guarding its homes, Officer Cook, as your heroism secured its rightful place above in God's arches of wisdom, acumen and sanctity. The purpose of your journeys and missions were based upon the pillars of honor, integrity and dignity supporting your voyages of valor, virtue and excellent character. Always so loyal, dependable and trusted. May the truth you sought be raised skyward forevermore. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 7, 2022

The pain and heartache still lingers even as your family prepares to celebrate the upcoming Easter holiday. Such a terrible loss of a gallant crusader standing for heart, soul and justice for all Dade County, all society. You'll never be replaced for it's those honored and dignified men and women who are tasked with trying to fill big shoes. Humility and your spirit are what is going to hold its sway as they battle violence with the same morsels of meaningful scruples, values and respect. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Officer Cook, you are forever an angel in heaven where nothing but perfection fills the skies above. The flock of ferocity walks their beats and observes their family doing their utmost to conquer the doldrums of grief and despair. From what I had seen from your family members they are resolute individuals who understand the essence of your legacy. Its definition was dedication, determination and grit.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 7, 2022

The portal of perseverance, proficiency and professionalism all shined brightly when you patrolled Dade County roads, Officer Cook. A young man, a gentleman and a first rate public servant making your community more wiser, safer and cherished. Your legacy of heroic actions, accentuated honor, devoted dignity and the ingenuity of integrity really stood out when fighting off adversity. Your character, commitments and convictions all trusted and truthful were your virtue, devoutness and resourcefulness not to be forgotten as we salute you for accountability, reliability and versatility. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 7, 2022

Sense of pride, heart and direction carried unwavering truth and trust down your trails of service on behalf of Dade County, Officer Cook. A hero forevermore saluted and fondly remembered for having dignity, ingenuity and integrity battling evil. A classy man dedicated and devoted to his profession where danger and stress only add to the tension and confusion that only adds fuel to the fires of infamy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero of character, charm and commitment to excelling. You were loved and adored by your family, comrades and humanity in general. And still are very much sadly missed but always cherished.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 7, 2022

Search and rescue is all essential to mankind living and thriving the way God wants things to happen. Nothing is easy and you did such a marvelous job keeping calm and being a loyal and trustworthy man of his oath. Officer Cook, more than a hero gave his life that day, your sacrifice for our peace and welfare will not go without your spirit being blessed, cherished and rewarded by Our Maker. You gave hope, faith and goodwill new meaning and as angel now in eternity may you watch over the pearly gates of gallantry with bold wisdom and a clear vision. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 6, 2022

With technology expanding it's a shame back in your day, Officer Cook, that certain things were not available to better serve you. You were humbly the finest and your family, colleagues and Dade County have all missed you tremendously. Such a tragedy but, yet your heroism and soul all coming with your wise heart of integrity, intuition and dignity trying to cast their nets at evil. Saluted and forever remembered for being there to save and assist. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 6, 2022

There are no simple solutions. Crime, evil and violence all churn ahead and someone of your fine character and upstanding morals, Officer Cook, had to quickly act to restore the calm in your community. Dade County was where you grew up to become a solid citizen and law enforcement professional gifted and skilled with all the talents, honesty and fine heart of dignity and integrity squaring off against adversity. You performed in a humble and heroic manner and won't be forgotten for your sage wisdom, vision and virtues mature beyond your years of experience. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 6, 2022

Enrich, enhance and embrace, all unwavering, unselfish and tireless, Officer Cook, a man of his word and solemn onuses to maintain the trust, truth and dignity of Dade County. When strife and trouble brews integrity, humility, heart and honor must be raised in order have that sacred chance at keeping peace intact. You did your part and now those taken over your watch must have the very same character and commitment to bolster their earthly journeys of freedom. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 6, 2022

The soul of this world with a heart all humane and all vital to the success of your missions, Officer Cook. Your family has sincerely missed you, your smile and charisma. So humble and so beloved. A gentleman of integrity, dignity and honesty taking danger away from your beloved neighborhood and always so loyal and dependable. Dade County has a hero of humanity who was widely revered and admired by all mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 6, 2022

A man with potent integrity, impactful honor and dedicated dignity all heroism protecting Dade County. You were a consummate man of faith, diligence and the value of class man of character, commitment and truth never forgotten and forever saluted for building cornerstones of tenacity and heart. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 6, 2022

A way of life and career to preserve the special dignity of life was championed by you, Officer Cook and it was Dade County that benefitted greatly from your heroic honor and impactful integrity. Always so loyal, calm and esteemed by all who worked with you. The consummate professional was a heart of virtue and valor providing peace and stability to your community that has been saluted for its potent character and trusted convictions all true and faithful. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 6, 2022

If you have a heart of gold, your levels of care,concern and consideration will surely abort any consternation. Crime demands quick thinking at times of stress and trouble and you, Officer Cook, were a master planner and thinker. So many men and women honorable, dignified and with integrity of compassion, character and commitment, it's easy to see why Dade County was in good hands. The steadiness of trust and truth navigating those chartered waters where danger and peril lied. You are forever a hero who gave his effort in an unwavering and unselfish manner displaying and demonstrating feats of humility and resilience. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 5, 2022

God took His expert and perfect blueprint and planned your life and career, Officer Cook, since you were a young man. He vividly prepared the courses for your exploits and patrols in searching for peace and freedom for all Dade County citizens. Where not many wonder, roam and seize opportunity you sir took the yoke of responsibility very seriously. You'll not be forgotten for courage, wisdom and virtue all leading the vessels of your humble honor, decent dignity and unyielding integrity all in the name of Our Lord where safety and fruition do travel hand in hand. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Character and trust along with true commitment equal life mattering.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 5, 2022

Badge#1664 represented itself with everything Our Creator expects in His flock of honor, integrity and humility. Such heart, soul and unrelenting dignity to face every challenge head on, Officer Cook and making certain Dade County lived with respect, with grace and compassion forevermore. Your soul and spirit really do shine proudly in God's seats of perfection and unwavering peace. The gates of valor are being watched by a marvelous man of devoutness and faith, trusted and truthful then and forever. No telling what further accomplishments were ahead if you were allowed to live on. You graced your family with pleasure, politeness and a candor far beyond your years of maturity. Always saluted and esteemed. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 5, 2022

Comfort is a measure of relief not total relief because the grief, anxiety and sorrow continues for those who have lost a loved one while in performance of their professional duties. They bare the burdens of their heroic journeys and you made Dade County and its residents more safer though a bit less because of your absence today, Officer Cook. You stood tall and humble as you climbed each step up the ladder of humbleness, honesty and dignity ,such thoughtful integrity and conviction all in the name of God. They brought us security, serenity and some sought after liberty to be revered. Your due diligence and perceptive vigilance shielded us and this will never be overlooked nor placed on another track. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 5, 2022

Integrity is the turnpike of a man's hard fought tenacity. And believe me, Officer Cook, you fought long and hard heroically for a semblance of quiet here in Dade County. You were a tragic victim of an evil and heinous man without respect, regard and a heart if you can his that filled with venom and blatant violence. You acquitted yourself very well during that hour as you did everyday during your six years of veteran service to all people living in and around Dade County. Your venue stamped, signed and sealed with your bravery, dignity and honor surrounding us to protect and to preserve the wisdom and vision, those vehicles of your unassuming virtue and resolve. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Authority should not make us scared and afraid on the other hand we should utilize our strengths to uplift and to enhance their capabilities. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 5, 2022

When I show people your gravestone, Officer Cook, I just want to sob like a baby. I'm just a civilian, though I am a Rabbi and I deal everyday with life and death as people who I care about leave this world for the next world. You were a consummate and most humbly dignified law professional who battled and fought for our tranquility here in Dade County.It should not have taken you at still so young an age yet this is what you desired to become and a true hero and a legend is what your loyalty and esteem meant to your family. peers and friends here in the neighborhood that salutes your instinctual intuition, intelligence and optimistic life and career where perception is not always so clear cut. But, your did an outstanding job enriching, embracing and encouraging mankind to aspire to be better than good. Our stabilizing sense of awareness was brought about through your unselfish and tireless heart and soul, elements to be sincerely treasured. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The Cook name and family are to be revered, remembered and etched within out very own minds and hearts for you made a most remarkable sacrifice to be solemnly shared for generations to come.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 5, 2022

Flattery is nice. Humility puts humanity in a better direction where harmony and sense shall ride together. The small and big things of law enforcement all weaved together to bring a resourceful ending to a circumstance that still and forever leaves lasting memories. And though violence took you, Officer Cook, your parents,sister and beloved Karen all have memories of you as you made them all proud as their hero. A smile, honesty and dignity facing evil as an adversary that creates the loudest of waves. A man with character, grace, heart and commitment will always be regarded as a loyal colleague. You served Dade County with reverence, humility and durability all sacred and forever admired as your missions of hope, goodwill and versatility. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 5, 2022

Dignity and respect lead honor and integrity far down the line of one's truthful and trustworthy trails of justice. Yours, Officer Cook, began almost fifty years ago here in Dade County, the heroically small building blocks leading to a more pronounced career, a life that has been stoically remembered, duly saluted and fondly celebrated for all the accentuation of acumen, vision and wisdom. Such outstanding work all because of caring and sincere heart and soul of virtue. The vehicles that uplifted your patrols of your community where stability and peace are certain essentials. The versatility, accountability and responsibility were shouldered by you, a youthfully fit young man capable and understanding your roles and no one will forget your life and sacrifice you made that day of May 16, 1979. The light of your spirit shines brightly up above as you serve your eternal roles as an angel. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 5, 2022

Challenges stimulate our hearts and minds into action. Talk is cheap unless supported by legs, arms and hands moving constantly to complete the arduous tasks at hand. Dade County was your neighborhood of never ending unselfishness, tireless energy to create a peaceful environment that folks could be proud of, Officer Cook. A hero who represented the borders, streets and corners with character, charm and a smile of commitment. Your oath was more than wisdom, vision and maturity, it was the stellar performance of a man whose gifts and talents expanded for beyond our hopes and dreams. Yes, your faithfulness, goodwill and sincere promises were met and your earthly missions were deemed as finished sadly. May 16,1979 is a day, an hour where your life and its memories, Officer Cook, will be shared and duly noted. For a pious man receives his rewards and you my neighbor, friend and hero are truly being blessed for their esteem every second in heaven. Rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 4, 2022

The baton of bravery and virtue that your family carries, Officer Cook, is more than a torch of tenacity, more than a keepsake of your career and stoic life of heroism. It's memories of mettle, discipline and devotion dedicating yourself to honor, dignity and integrity tracking tranquility and the realization that Dade County wanted a man who was more than a stabilizer. More than a machine, but one who had a heart, soul and an angelic spirit that now walks a heavenly beat above. The salutes of humanity for a gentleman missed by his family and all mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 4, 2022