Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Police Officer William Coleman Cook

Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida

End of Watch Wednesday, May 16, 1979

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Reflections for Police Officer William Coleman Cook

The moon surely illuminates our darkest of nights and your most honored and very heroic soul, Officer Cook, has kept your family and Dade County aglow. Such a travesty your death and for all your acumen, dignity and integrity you'll always be highly regarded, a legacy of fortitude and perpetual motion. Morals, values and the righteous heart and noble soul forever shared that make that difference in how we could continue to live our very lives and to pursue our causes,purposes and passions. They very same that were never squandered by a virtuous and reverent gentleman. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Whatever the occasion your reliable versatility and accountability always cherished and completely humble shined proudly.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 3, 2021

The winds blow, the rain comes and the voice and humble aura of a man with God given talents permeating his community, they will be felt for eternity. Where you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero, Officer Cook, is where Dade County visits your grave and offers prayers of comfort and solace for your soul, heart and spirit of admiration, virtue and vision. Such understanding and the depths of dignity, honesty and integrity gracing the landscape of your area you called home. No matter the predicament, the dilemma, you figured out how to solve and to resolve conflict before it worsened. That day, Officer Cook, you did all in your power to stop a diabolical and wayward man. Our Master called you home after seeing your journeys and destinies as completed.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 3, 2021

A horse gallops. Gallantry rides gently upon a community's roads,streets and various venues. Versatility and virtue are supposed to be durable, capable and able to perform their feats of ferocity at all times. No matter the circumstance honesty, integrity and dignity must step into that ring and acquit themselves nobly and proudly. Your performance in the field that day that you made the ultimate sacrifice and everyday, Officer Cook, was very humane, heroic and always had a certain fortitude for a man with a sterling reputation for success without looking for applause. God has granted your heart,soul and spirit its slumber for doing your part,your responsibility all in God's humble compassion. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Dade County and badge#1664 are forever united in the bonds of bravery, boldness and a pronounced maturity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 3, 2021

The battles and wars over violence and terror are not yet done, as their conclusions just keep interrupting the goodwill, faith and esteem that humanity yearns so much for. Dade County had a most respected officer within its ranks of relevance, resiliency and resolve fighting until your last ounce of breath. Officer Cook, you are forever your family's guardian angel in heaven, a hero with a unique perspective on life and a man whose heart, soul and virtue are being secured for safekeeping in heaven's tranquil shelter's of versatility, sanctity and civility. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero of commitments to excel and the pride that rides upon the wings of welcome integrity, dignity and honesty.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 3, 2021

Officer Cook, your whole life and career as a Dade County public servant was highlighted by everything from being a decent man. A loyal and noble comrade to all who served with you, a consummate spark plug of perseverance who never let negative draw you down nor detour your roles of truth and trust to create a bond of stability and security for mankind. Goodwill, hope and faithfulness all escalated your paths of persistence, humane honor and the desire to possess and to maintain quality of dignity and integrity which helped to accentuate and to enhance your chances of defeating evil. A uniform and badge treasured, blessed and forever admired. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 3, 2021

Reality is the gut check of rationale and common sense. All your earthly missions, journeys and trails of truth, justice and trustworthiness, Officer Cook, were humbly and heroically blessed and rewarded by Our Creator. The God in heaven watches over us as individuals who rely upon You for our daily salvation and sustenance. You were surely a most devout and loyal public servant, Officer Cook, counted on to protect the inner fibers of Dade County's own dignity, integrity and honor. They were in your cells of courage and in both your soul and heart of heroism, reverence and virtue's versatility. They never lacked wisdom, vision nor imagination. Such a determined young man who would have been so valuable to society today,your family, colleagues, peers and humanity do miss you terribly. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 3, 2021

Heinousness is not a hallucination and humility is honesty, dignity and integrity multiplied many times over. Your career, Officer Cook, was sadly ended by violence after six years of devoted and dedicated service to the citizens of Dade County. Many more years of toil, tenacity and virtue would have been wonderful it's what the good Lord had in mind for a gentleman with a stellar character, a good heart and a well meaningful soul of serenity who will forevermore be solemnly and fondly remembered and saluted for both tireless and unselfish heroism. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 3, 2021

A drop of humility humbles an already golden heart. Such a loyal and gentle soul, Officer Cook, making a distinct impression forevermore to be revered, admired and greatly cherished in Dade County. A gentleman with sacred journeys, common sense continuing to inspire from above.It was an indignation that took you from your wife,family and peers. The pain and heartache so acute yet you probably are smiling wondering if they are ok! Such a smile yet serious when danger needed to be eliminated from our society. No one who has dignity, charm and integrity will be placed on the dust of a shelf and forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 2, 2021

The hours, seconds and minutes of time never stand pat nor still for every moment the world keeps going onward, forward with destinies and missions sometimes too hard to ponder. You were thoughtful and a positive thinker, Officer Cook, never letting negativity creep into your heart and soul of ingenuity and intuition. It was a blessing indeed and for your heroism and virtue, may God's countenance shine down on your spirit of sound decisions and the semblance of serenity we all shared and desire for our blueprints of life to be realized. You'll forever be recognized for compassion and passion never better. A man with a solid foundation who built tunnels of tenacity to be fondly remembered and saluted for their discretion.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 2, 2021

You gently cuddle and cradle a baby. One who serves humanely humbly preserves the very integrity, dignity and character of that particular community of which they share the burdens of honor, faith and hope. All the goodwill granted by Our Maker, Officer Cook and He led your paths of sacred journeys forevermore. Dade County was where your durability, access and accountability shined brightly like never before. Peace and freedom from your tireless heart and soul and from the scopes of unselfish commitments all trusted and all sincerely truthful. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 2, 2021

Practical and prudent, such perseverance and proficiency always cherished and virtuous, never a drop of dissent. Always above the crowd in maturity, it shall remain as a reminder as to why you were so sincere and so valued as a consummate public servant, resourceful and loyal to a tee. Dade County, your department and peers all trusted your truthful acumen,astuteness and awareness, Officer Cook, their hero and your family's too. Integrity that invited a spirit of character, charm and personality in their homes and your humble house where you and Karen entertained as a loving and much respected couple. Humility and heart squarely placed in harm's way to create that vibe of noteworthy patience. A compassion that every man and woman who protects must carry along with their shiny badge of honesty and a uniform of harmony and hope. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 2, 2021

Everything from blessings,punishments and rewards lies in God's giant hands. His compass never goes astray, never is out of kilter, basically it stays forever unbroken. But life,a career and a marriage to a beautiful and a lovely woman in your beloved Karen, Officer Cook, to this very day there can be no rhyme or reason why senseless violence and heinousness was committed against you and your colleagues who were nearly taken by this just pure evil individual. Dade County, your family and comrades all needed your guidance and direction. they looked to you to lead, to motivate and because of morals, mettle and everything in both the fibers and fabrics of humility, a strong heart and soul, sacred journeys, missions of hope and goodwill have all been jettisoned above for eternity where your spirit rests in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Reverence, conviction, charm and character remain untouched, safeguarded by Our Creator until your family reunites with you and your beloved parents may they too rest in peace. Honor, dignity and integrity remain untarnished and forever special and treasured.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 2, 2021

A humble dose of wisdom and the sweetness of refreshing vision validated your trails of maturity which were honorable, trustworthy and truthful right to the very end of your life and career. By the way, Officer Cook, Officer Piloto works in the real estate business and he retired if I'm correct after working 27 years for Dade County and I'm sure he never has stopped thinking of his buddy. You too probably would have retired in 2000. He retired on my sister Michele's 38th birthday. And we buried my mother Bernice, may she and my dad Owen both rest in peace on November 30th what would have been your 50th birthday wow! Dade County had such a man for the job so loyal, honored and esteemed, a man whose dignity and character were worldly respected. So venerable, versatile and valiant. A lovely smile,charm and a heart of gold and warmth all taken too early with more on your radar screen left to accomplish. God needed another heroic angel to patrol the streets of perfection and badge#1664 received the call to join the thin blue line. All backgrounds, races, creeds and humility and heart encircling a world tormented by anger, violence and baseless bloodshed that leaves honest and genuinely hard working folks as victims. This must cease at once. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 2, 2021

As your comrade back then Officer Frank Piloto said if only he were there to hold your hand and to save you from harm. His colleague Officer Bill Cook, was always right on top of circumstances,issues and perilous situations with downright dignity,ingenuity,integrity and the humbleness that your special positions require. Such a commitment to nobility,civility and accountability was all handled by your remarkable virtue, versatility and the validation of boldness creating the never broken band of boldness and conviction that permeated around truth and trust. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero. Dade County will never forget its hero,a find gentleman and a superb human being.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 2, 2021

Simplicity in life is getting up every morning and offering a solemn prayer to Our Lord that He will watch over you as He leads our very lives of passion, sanctity, purpose and humility. With your kind and carefully considerate character, Officer Cook, Dade County could thrive more in tranquility than to worry about evil and any residual affects from its adversarial domination. But than again you were the consummate and caring professional public servant geared to valor, virtue and faithfulness who was relied on to defend our liberties of which you steadfastly maintained. The heavens above are where your integrity, honor and dignity all rest in peace along with your heart and soul my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 2, 2021

Surveillance can lead to safety and security, but it must be fueled by a passion and of course sure honesty,humbly,loyal and esteemed. You possessed the circle of gallantry, integrity and dignity, Officer Cook, that certainly created a bond and blessings for all Dade County. The folks who lived there during your time and still are alive and well living there saw a man who made that impression, so enriching, enhancing and so naturally engaging. All the support and genuine efforts poured into your works to created a safer haven for all of us and your adored family who forever carries the virtue and versatility of your heroic legacy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 2, 2021

Your shield of heart, courage and humility, Officer Cook, made all the difference in how Dade County's residents could thrive and prosper. So determined, dedicated and devoted to your core roles of onus and only the outstanding job of loyally keeping honest,dignified and with a soul of integrity which lent itself to those wars and battles that needed to be fought. Every ounce of energy, reverence and virtue was accentuated in those sacred missions and none will ever be forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 2, 2021

A consummate public servant does not just unload a person's groceries. They listen, think and invent ways to stay positive in all their actions of sanctity geared towards mankind making them more efficient and able to use their natural abilities to build upon their humble accomplishments. Success breeds success. Failure was not a word in your jargon, Officer Cook, as your attention to details never got sidetracked. Integrity, dignity and humbleness creating that bond of vision and wisdom for all here in Dade County where life and property mattered. Your investments my neighbor, friend and hero have been devoutly carried forward by your future peers of esteem and loyalty as does your beloved family take hold of your precious legacy. Rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 1, 2021

A foundation created is a fruition of your most fundamental purposes here in this world. The after life is the venue where God judges our very souls, hearts and spirits blessing and cherishing them before deliberating upon our rewards. You were a most admired man, Officer Cook, a gentleman way ahead of the gathering in maturity which was the basis of our integrity,dignity and honesty and for this our tranquility rested upon your shoulders of safe harbors for all desiring them. Dade County's citizens relished your patrols day in and out even where danger and peril were using their vehicles for everything not virtuous. Your virtue and vitality were all versatile as was your due diligence and unyielding vigilance over a community that keeps honoring your memory. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 1, 2021

Time is not a commodity to be wasted as every second in this never ending war over terror continues and it must cease to exist. All excellent women and men of heroic character stand guard ready to pursue the tests and challenges of creating a peaceful haven for humility to live and to see success fully multiplied. The shelters of your serenity, Officer Cook, never more accepting to the elements of a strong heart and a soul of wisdom, unity and vision ready to advance the causes of freedom and liberty. Anguish, grief and bloodshed don't belong piercing mankind's throat, the folks have lips to speak and legs by which to walk. Dade County will never forget badge#1664, reverent, resourceful and surely candid and classy with virtue going door to door searching for any semblance of humane endeavor. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 1, 2021

You were a most heroic servant, Officer Cook, who never pulled any punches nor tried to pull the wool over anyone's eyes. Dade County rests nobly today and forevermore because of your unwavering conquests to build hope, peace and goodwill for mankind. Humility and heart accentuated your destinies, pathways and trails of justice, truth and respect. The eyes of all looked to your badge and uniform in times of crisis and heroic actions of honesty and dignity squared off against adversity. So faithful and completely functioning with a book of morals supporting your highest of standards, conduct becoming a policeman who recognized values, ideals and scruples all to be poignantly saluted for thoughtfulness and conviction. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 1, 2021

You expend your entire energy and effort in making society safer and secure, violence and evil should not have taken your young life and boldly brave career away from you, Officer Cook. Your family and Dade County's citizens needed you more. they relied upon your wisdom, vision and unselfish instincts of ingenuity, integrity and intuition to pull them to safety while tension, turmoil and unrest was saturating its sacred streets. Honor, dignity and commitment to excellence, pride and the truth of why trustworthiness is never to be frowned upon. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 1, 2021

I don't think police work is a plum and cushy job. It is a humble profession, yet one filled with danger and rewards for those heroes and honest men and women who can complete their destinations, earthly missions and journeys undertaken for the sake of mankind which is what you did, Officer Cook, on behalf of all Dade County. For six countless years of toil and tenacity your maturity provided the impetus for happiness, harmony and the words of humility,heart,soul and character. You will be fondly and solemnly remembered and saluted for breaking ground on newer foundations for a solid and safer future. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 1, 2021

The brooks of boldness and bravery flow ever gently through the day and night. Your heroism flowed throughout your body including your unrelenting and undying heart and soul, Officer Cook. A true reminder to be ever so vigilant and duly diligent to your faithfulness,hopefulness and the resourcefulness of goodwill spreading its wings of love and enrichment. Dade County was where you left behind, Officer Cook, so many memories of a warm and engaging life and such a terrific home environment. As I've said many times Karen, your beloved wife who has since remarried, your parents may they rest in peace and your big sister, Nancy, may she and her family live and be well as they continue your legacy of heroic proportions. Such a monumental undertaking with everyone pitching in the tasks should not be as daunting. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Integrity,dignity and respectful honor being safeguarded 24-7.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 31, 2021

For the most part 95% of America displays a certain class, a high honor and a willingness to share and work for the common cause. It's that minority that needs to be watched every eye upon them 24-7. You sincerely were devoted to your job and humble profession, Officer Cook, a man of class, desire and the honorable decency to see your assignments as completed until we all wished you could retire when that time came after such esteemed and loyal service given to Dade County with pride,prudence and the credence that a man of heart, soul and courage truly deserved. You lived by principles and gave your life and career of scruples so that serenity, security and wisdom could be bedded down here forever. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 31, 2021

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