Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, May 16, 1979
Reflections for Police Officer William Coleman Cook
You fill a hole. A void and a sad loss of life, yours, Officer Cook, meant everything to your family. You cannot replace a good man snuffed out and robbed of his dignity, integrity and fundamental honor. Yourcaliber of life was way above the crowd. Dade County received more than a token of wisdom, serenity and unity for each person was your idea and the venue was where respect and admiration were homegrown. Never overlooked, never forgotten and trustworthy beyond any doubt. True trails of sincerity and caring were founded by a most inspirational man, a creator of resolve, effort and virtue all navigating your vehicles. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 1, 2021
Gloss over something but remember at least the important details. A life characterized by perpetual motion that accelerated your accentuations of acumen, intellect and the essential vision needed to support virtue,vigilance and versatility. They were all important to you, Officer Cook, now for the last forty-two years as a Dade County police hero. Humility and sanctity that humbled your life and career of trust and truth all the optics of outstanding performances when danger looked confront and confuse its brightest lights. Everyone shares in the onus to make society better, badge#1664 was never tarnished, stained only shined and polished in its approaches and mannerisms all proper and duly ordained with God's goodwill, hope and suststaining drive. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 1, 2021
Violence is like a one hundred alarm fire that spreads with rapidity and threatens the citizens with its unworthy exchanges of enigmatic ruin. Your energy, heart and commitments, Officer Cook, were heroic, well noted and provided the glimpse into your career, life and wonderful memories of a man demonstrating his reliabilities, accountability and excellence in everything humble, graceful and most resourceful. Dade County had a gentleman of vision, maturity and wisdom one whose passions were focused, centered and never derailed. Now, Officer Cook, your angelic spirit flies high as your family pursues your aspirations and inspirations of their beloved "Uncle Bo." Forever loved and for eternity saluted. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 1, 2021
Sadness, grief and anguish all reign their fierce blows down upon a family hitting them like an anvil. Evil and terror can spoil a grand day and your values, scruples and goodwill all revered, Officer Cook, tried their best to reverse that terrible trend on behalf of Dade County and its people. Our trails and tracks were created by your most heroic and unselfish soul, heart and spirit all now in heaven patrolling the nests from above. For bravery, diligence and the honesty that's absorbed within the fibers of integrity, dignity and virtue may you rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 1, 2021
Sometimes dentists have to extract teeth if they are not longer of use. Public servants must expel, extract and eliminate evil from our roads and trails. No small task and certainly nothing without peril and obstacles. Dade County was where you toiled, sweated and gave the ultimate sacrifice, Officer Cook, Forever grounded in grit, gallantry and gumption so enriched by humble honesty, dignity so dedicated and integrity so blessed with heart, character and intellegence. Your family, colleagues and acquaintances can be sure you name will be cherished and admired for generations to come. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 1, 2021
A young man surrounded by his loving family. A decent gentleman girded by a strong heart and a mighty heroic soul reaching the people of Dade County to serve and to protect them. Memories of your life and career abounding with unrelenting honor, undying dignity, integrity unwavering, they all patrolled the very streets where you gave your humanely humble life. Our very safety, security and travels all because of your unselfish tenacity. A man of character and heart remembered solemnly and very fondly. We salute your angelic soul and spirit of virtue now encircling your family,peers and friends who proceed forward with your legacy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 1, 2021
You don't need a pair of glasses or binoculars to see real honest fortitude. For the gratitude of Dade County residents was most apparent when you patrolled the neighborhood, Officer Cook, a smile and yet a most serious demeanor and truthfully trusted attitude that prevailed. Never once have you been for gotten for doing an excellent job and for displaying dignity, esteem and grace as you remain sincerely and heroically admired. Salvation and serenity delivered by an angel who now walks a solemn and perfect beat above. Rest in peace neighbor, friend and hero.The void of your absence cannot ever be replaced only your family and peers can take that humble baton going onward and upward.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 31, 2021
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. One spoon of courage, hope and humble honor can vanquish violence just as you did on behalf of Dade County's folks, Officer Cook. A man with principles surrounded by values, ideals and ingenuity. Your integrity, vitally essential dignity stood in there to face such awful adversity as you were the consummate public servant, loyal and always up to completing those challenges and dangers placed your way. The trails of justice were never more meaningful as your mettle and scruples carried the torches of your legacy, bold and brave. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 31, 2021
The lights of your wonderfully heroic soul, heart and spirit, Officer Cook, really do shine as finely polished diamonds. Heaven is aglow with many heroes and heroines who gave their lives and integrity so that the dignity, character and reverence of our very land could persevere. Dade County was your home and community, it's where accountability and reliability were constant neighbors, partners of trust and truth to be counted on when times got tough. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 31, 2021
May lonesomeness lead way to happiness, health and prosperity, the peace of mind, soul and heart necessary to function smartly. Yours, Officer Cook, fought, battled and were truly a gem. You enhanced, enlightened and enriched the tunnels of tenacity with everything excellent in honesty, integrity and dignity fortified by your tireless hope and loyal pathways of truth and trust forevermore. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 31, 2021
No reminders are needed. They were your sources of sincerity, sweetness and a firmly trusted heart and soul. Dade County, Officer Cook, saw its hero of humility driving in and around the community in search of tranquility, hope and goodwill. The liberties we take for granted were meshed with integrity and dignity all designed to battle adversity and whatever strife came either your direction or our way. Safe to say plenty has transpired since you departed this world to serve as angel of valor. A sacrifice of virtue and resolve to lend its respect to our society which has missed you and won't forget your intuitive nature. Always concerned and loyal to all your peers. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 31, 2021
You were faithful, righteous, devout and caring, Officer Cook. Those are the words spoken of a humble, honored and solemn hero who loyalty and integrity lent its credence in dignity, character and respect in pursuing peace for Dade County's folks. You'll forever be remembered for having virtue, versatility and the sanctity that all public servants must possess in heart and soul. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A world devoid of your handsome face, smile and drive is not going to diminish your family's abilities to champion your legacy.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 31, 2021
Faith cannot quibble with ferocity. Devotion cannot be clouded when searching for reason and purpose.To live a peaceful and happy life is a right for everyone. Freedom and liberty are two elements tied into honor, dignity and integrity. They both earn their reverence when one is just that. Respected, resourceful and resolute. That was and is surely how the people of Dade County will forever fondly and solemnly remember you for, Officer Cook. Badge#1664 was heroic, humble and so beloved. Your heart and soul were king sized in every way, shape and manner. Fairness, firmness, trust and truth were here on this earth for twenty-five relatively shirt years and yet they were productive and loyal forevermore. You remain cherished and esteemed now Our King has you kept safe above in His land of perfection. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 30, 2021
To sense and to smell trouble, your uncanny abilities must kick in. Dade County, your family, peers and the folks all trusted in you, Officer Cook. Intuitions, intelligence and ingenuity all right there to cast aside violence. You tried that day to stop a wayward and heinous man from doing more harm. Honor, dignity and integrity are the very heart and soul of every public servant who serves with direction, leadership and passion. Yours, my neighbor, friend and hero was virtue and humility unassuming, unyielding and relentless in pursuing the harmony everyone lives for. Rest in peace. An angel so bold and wonderful. You really were the glue that kept your loved ones together during tragedies. They all miss you so much.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 30, 2021
Make believe is nice for a kid. For a gentleman of devoutness, devotion and dignity, dedication, decency and determination must be ascribed to every time you don a uniform of honor and wear a badge of heroism and integrity on your chest. The vests of virtue and versatility can do more to overcome the adversity that evil launches upon humanity. You were one terrific warrior, Officer Cook, brave and skillful who will not be overlooked for living a life of humbleness and performing a dangerous job with caution, care and understanding. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 30, 2021
Success never got to your head nor ego, Officer Cook. That's for sure as badge#1664 strived for humility, honesty, integrity and dignity. They all revered your sweet persona and for being there to back up the citizens and your comrades may God shine His light down upon your spirit, soul and heart. They were composed, supportive and most appreciated. Dade County was given due diligence on a daily basis and you never lost sight nor track of your earthly missions of hope, faithfulness and goodwill ahead of your trustworthy trails of truth and tenacity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 30, 2021
Class, class and class all first rate, top notch and sincere. The folks of Dade County expect and demand honesty,dignity and integrity and that got exactly that when you worked tirelessly on their behalf, Officer Cook. Now you are saluted as their hero and your family's. You remain very much missed and forevermore will you be adored, beloved and humanely humble. Commitment, trust and truth run along the same banks, your heart, soul and spirit will be eternally rewarded and blessed for salvation, charm and character. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 30, 2021
Your vision, awareness and acumen have to be nearly flawless to conduct your daily roles of service and protection. You provided Dade County with an amazing array of excellence, Officer Cook. Such a humble and heroic young man who fought for serenity and liberty, sacrificing his life of character, respect and virtue so that we the citizens can live in tranquility. Our Maker has an angel of valor, versatility and vigilance patrolling the streets above. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 30, 2021
A super nice human being polite, courteous and most courageous. Dade County was truly blessed by a man with a heart,soul and a spirit of virtue, honor and humbleness. All blessed and rewarded, Officer Cook, for you will not be forgotten. You gave integrity, character and reverence so the citizens could live quiet lives of expression. God has you for eternal safekeeping and your family while they have missed you very much one day they will see you and your beloved parents once again. You are to be commended and saluted for solemn work and for unselfish and tireless endeavor. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 29, 2021
Dispatch a loyal and honorable man to perform a task full of mystery and suspense you will get the desired result. You did your jobs right on, Officer Cook, smart, heroic and humanely pious. Dade County won't forget versatility, virtue and integrity all carrying dignity, reverence and courage upon their shoulders of truth and trust. Our roads and sidewalks were paved for others to follow in and my neighbor, friend and hero you walked humbly down the paths of perseverance and proficiency for eternity. God bless you and your family as in another month you would have turned 68. Rest in peace. Relevance delivered the foods of virtue which nourish our hearts, minds and souls.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 28, 2021
Take heed and pay strict attentin to detail, you'll more often than not never go wrong. To stray would be akin to dishonor, disrespect and a disgrace to anyone's badge and uniform being worn rightly. You wore yours, Officer Cook, with class, desire,dignity and decency surrounding your unassuming heart of heroism and choice. A willing decision to become the finest public servant Dade County had seen. The folks saw you, your smile, yet serious demeanor and trusted you for coming to their aid that tragic day and others too during your six years of tenacity and toil. You are a blessed man my neighbor, friend and hero. My Our Lord shower down His rewards upon your spirit and soul and keep your loved ones' pride and humbleness moving forward as they fondly remember you forevermore. Rest in peace.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 28, 2021
Those who commit crime have tails of treachery about them. Their heads are heinous and misrepresent mankind's novel ideas and values so essential to life and so purposeful in carrying out. The formulas for excellence and pride lie in honor, dignity and integrity. Their hearts and souls must be sacred, serene and pure just as yours were, Officer Cook. Humanity praises your God given talents, virtue and civility always top notch and always first class. The walls, signs and wherever your spirit is in heaven may God walk side by side your unselfish intellect, ingenuity and intuitive mind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 28, 2021
Stop and ponder before you plow ahead with some venture. Adversity and strife tend to embellish one another and you, Officer Cook, kept close tabs on Dade County's areas where its people would be safe from harm. A good man,an excellent public servant up to the perilous challenges that confront every man and woman wearing a badge and uniform who defend our liberties. Honor, integrity and dignity keeping their eyes and ears upon us to create the bonds of security and virtue. Such vigilance won't be forgotten and due diligence will forever be saluted for their amazing grace. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 28, 2021
Sight, wisdom and maturity must be as bright as the constellations that twinkle in the night. Like a finely polished diamond that is shaped just right. Your commitments, convictions and honor, Officer Cook, were perfectly made for such a dangerous profession where violence knows no limits. If the streets were safe this meant humility,dignity and intuition were filled with the air of integrity and virtue. Your angelic wings are for you to utilize with God's able assistance. As you walk your heavenly beat keep close tabs on your family, those who have carried your legacy proudly and squarely upon their loyalest of shoulders and your close friends. You humane and likable it's always so tragic when a well endowed gentleman with more left to humbly accomplish is snuffed out by pure evil coming from a man without a heart,soul and respect of any kind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 28, 2021
Faithful, dependable, loyal and heroic, the life and career bounded together by honesty, integrity and dignity that created the esteem, hope and goodwill you displayed, Officer Cook, toward Dade County and its residents who were served and protected beyond the dispatches of duty and obligation. Your virtue and heart are all in place in heaven along with your soul and spirit, all of outstanding character, trusted and truthful and solemnly saluted for bravery and humility, tireless and endless. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 28, 2021
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