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

Character and class must not be amiss. The citizens expected every bone of well being and respect and you gave them one-thousand percent endeavor, Officer Cook. A Dade County hero with a backbone of integrity, dignity and all humility never deceit nor deception. Violence and evil sadly took your life my neighbor, friend and hero, it did not tarnish a badge and a uniform worn proudly with all the scruples demanded of a versatile public servant. All eyes, ears and lips of truthfulness, faithfulness and the resourcefulness of trust so uplifting and so unselfish. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 28, 2021

When heinous actions unhinge those doors where peace and liberty shall be it leaves society more vulnerable. Your vision,valor and virtue, Officer Cook, steered and navigated Dade County through its turbulent moments. All heart and soul constructed within those pristine walls of integrity,ingenuity, dignity and humble honesty that fought with every last ounce of your relentless and tireless energy so bold, gallant, so persuasive. Heaven hols your spirit wrapped around Our Maker's palms of perfection where one heroic angel can take flight each day. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 28, 2021

That humble letter your mother, Mrs. Julia Cook wrote to me always connects my family to your family, Officer Cook. It forevermore validates what everybody knows about such a wonderfully kind and articulate gentleman. Dade County has its integrity because of yours being composed and considerate while carrying out your daily professional affairs to protect,preserve and to persevere despite all the perilous challenges that lied before you. Serenity and safe trails all by your implanting, hope, stability,trust and truth within the corridors of your sacred journeys. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 28, 2021

The realization is that civilization has not been the same since you departed this world, Officer Cook, because of a nasty man's evil committed against you and your fellow officers. But, your heroic honor, bravery and both respectful dignity and integrity, all heart and soul have been forever remembered and instilled within the hearts of all Dade County residents. An angel who contributed mightily toward humanity you can be sure your resolve and efforts won't be overlooked nor forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 28, 2021

A basically down to earth human being with a heart, mind and soul to match, your wisdom,reverence and vision. Officer Cook, your humble nature, hope and faithful goodwill shines on in heaven as does your heroic character, honesty and never relenting dignity and integrity because of these factors our stability, tranquility and happiness have been a noted realization. Civility and sanctity can move humanity further along those righteous trails of justice, truth and trust. Saluted and fondly remembered for aiding and adhering to rules and standards of professional behavior.Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 27, 2021

Absolutely a polished professional with a diamond heart and humanely sacred soul. Yes, your time ended all too soon, Officer Cook. The sad part is so many people including your family misses you greatly at this holy time of the year. So much honesty,humility and principled about dignity and integrity being poured into your tenacious toiling on behalf of Dade County. Every ounce of character, commitment and conviction true and trusted amplified by your attitude and fortitude. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 27, 2021

An achiever who never looked for the spotlight. Never a bad word, only bravery, loyalty and forever remaining esteemed and honorable. You'll forever be a hero of Dade County, Officer Cook, one who pursuits were all in dignity,integrity and in heaven's sacred name. Pillars and cornerstones built for a safer tomorrow of which you should have part a central part of. Young and bold with a passion and consideration like no other. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 27, 2021

You never needed pushing or prodding, Officer Cook, as you were a humbly self-motivated leader of others. So thoughtful, trusted and loyal to your comrades, Dade County will never overlook nor forget such humbleness, dignity and the integrity which can assist in fighting off wickedness. Your blessed and heroically respected name will be fondly paid homage for its endeavors bestowed upon mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 27, 2021

Care and efficiency go into the daily tasks of preserving and figuring out ways of peace and stability. Your career aspirations and desires, Officer Cook, were to persevere over how to maintain trust and truth within the hearts and souls of Dade County. An angel now in eternity patrolling with honor,humility and the sacred callings of integrity and dignity. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 27, 2021

You were such a sweet young man, Officer Cook, who deserved to live longer if not for the violence that cost you your life. The consummate public servant who rescued Dade County from sheer evil. From composure and courage may Our Lord protect both your heart and soul of dignity,character and integrity so cherished and vigilantly saluted. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 27, 2021

Training for a purpose and practicing for a passion, what a life and career you would have had, Officer Cook, if violence did not rob you of being with family, comrades and friends. Dade County was ultimately under your watchful and unselfish eyes and ears. Integrity, dignity and honesty were your best tools of your efforts and you performed as all heroes must without fear and hesitation. Sacred and humble you are forerver beloved. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 26, 2021

A chapel of prayer and a caravan of courage they all were exceedingly blessed and rewarded by God for your heroic acts, Officer Cook,created a level of safe trails for all Dade County. A man whose legend is represented by his faith, trust and truth supporting his virtuous honor, integrity and dignified character which is never forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 26, 2021

Evil desecrates society's goodwill and freedom. Nothing worse than being robbed of your integrity, dignity and honesty, Officer Cook. You were the consummate propriortor of stability and enriching humility all heroically displayed on behalf of Dade County where your memory stands tall and proud. Such a charming young man and a gentleman being blessed by Our Lord. Saluted and relevantly saluted for everything meaningful in your professional prowess. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 26, 2021

A place to land, avenues to acumen, awareness and being astute, your trust, truth and tenacity, Officer Cook, gave all the answers that Dade County needed to thrive. Our serenity and stability were delivered by a most sincere and honored public servant with humility, insight and wisdom. Your upstanding character and sacrifice will be fondly and humbly saluted. All the integrity, dignity and fortitude have been transported to heaven's gates. An angel with perfectly fitted wings to fly higher each second. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 26, 2021

No mistaking your fortitude, character and concern, Officer Cook. Dade County should probably have provided you with side panels to better protect you. But, nevertheless your tireless endeavors of heroism, honesty,dignity and integrity allowed the people of Dade County the chance tolive better lives. Ingenuity and intelligence surely enhanced your pathways of trust and trails of liberty for mankind. Always remembered and solemnly saluted for fighting resolve and charisma. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your colleagues and family will forever miss you.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 26, 2021

Resiliency, resourcefulness and resolve rejuvenated the residents of Dade County. Yours, Officer Cook, was honorable, heroic and humanely sacred. Your sacrifice brought forth stability, serenity and security for a community expecting some measure of hope, goodwill and character. A commitment to excellence and pride always revered,diligent and duty noted. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your humility, strong heart and integrity all encompassed your unwavering, unselfish and tireless dignity so devoted, truthful and sincerely trustworthy.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 26, 2021

The balloons sail high and far and yet, Officer Cook, your heavenly heart,soul and heroically humble spirit is close to your family's wings and missions every second. though, you left this world many decades ago because of one man's evil against you and your comrades, your sacred dignity,integrity and stoic honor has always remained an important and most essential part of your legacy. It was class and desire that drove your determination toward Dade County, a community that still reveres your blessed and most humanely cherished name. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 25, 2021

The trails you traveled on were scented with serious honor, refined dignity, integrity that imparted a brief yet valid message. Your charm, candor and concern, Officer Cook, certainly enhanced and uplifted the spirits of all Dade County and for stability, balance and hope you made the lives more worthwhile. Character and ethics make statements that always reveal a hero's make up and heart of humility. You'll be forever blessed and rewarded for your endearing career and life steered by Our Creator's guiding hands and light. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 25, 2021

You just need to look under the scope to view a man's life of endeavor, heroic honor, dignity that was dedicated to the causes and purposes that drove your passions to, Officer Cook. Dade County was amply served by a high class gentleman of character, everything decent and a heart full of humbleness and integrity. They strived to make peace and liberty a general rule of thumb. Just terrible your life ended as it did my neighbor, friend and hero with so much more left to achieve. You did most definitely accomplish your missions of goodwill and for this you'll forever be implanted within the hearts of your loved ones,peers of the past and your closest friends. Rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 25, 2021

Service and effort are the basis of a man's vital contribution to society. Your life, career and honored humility, Officer Cook, remain within the hearts and minds of all who knew you. Everyone always had a polite word to say about you, remembering such a noble journey on behalf of Dade County and mankind. They were truthful, trusted and most treasured. Respect, responsibility and the character that was beloved and worn faithfully upon your solemnly humane uniform with pride and versatility blanketing your virtue, undying,tireless and very unselfish. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 25, 2021

Integrity and dignity may not be disfigured and disrespected. Honesty either may not be compromised. Your character and attitude, Officer Cook, reflected your ideals, values and scruples that were so essential to preserving life and property throughout Dade County. The residents were happy and hopeful when you patrolled the corners and surrounding areas. But, your heroism and esteem remain all a vital part of your legacy which is carried on by your family. Their hopes and aspirations stay within your heart and soul. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 25, 2021

Virtue is that very humble vehicle of honesty that transports a man's integrity, dignity and character down those trusted and truthful pathways of precision, resolve and endeavor. Your strong heart and most blessed heroic soul, Officer Cook, protected Dade County folks beyond the scopes of just ordinary service. It was so vital and revealing your earthiest missions of hope,faith and goodwill always to be solemnly saluted and revered for their every morsel of humility, sanctity and civility. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 25, 2021

If you look beyond a person's honor, dignity and integrity you'll most likely locate their humane, humble and most heroic heart and soul. They are the steering units for one's unwavering, endearing and most trustworthy life. Your vehicles of valor, vision, versatility and all the virtue in your due vigilance over Dade County, Officer Cook, made your commitments to justice and serenity more vivid and valid. But then again you lived a solid life of promise,hope and relentless pursuits of excellence in all your undertakings never ever to be forgotten. Character and accomplishment all to be noted and saluted for their sanctity, nobility and civility that had upon the wings of mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 24, 2021

The clock goes tick tick and never stops unless the batteries go out. You had a remarkable persona, heart and soul, Officer Cook, uplifting and creating a newer balance of goodwill,esteem and a mutual respect for all society. Mankind and humanity surely have missed your presence all these decades from when tragedy took your life from your loved ones and colleagues. But,you were most humble, gallant and acquitted yourself with ever ounce of being trying to stop such an evil man. His life ended when yours did for his violence and lack of character needed to be silenced at once. You cannot have one standing with a gun and holding police at bay it was more than that that fateful day as three relatively young officers laid on the pavement holding on to the threads of life. I know the doctors saved your two comrades, Officer Cook and they endeavored to save your life sadly everything they did could not revive you. Really awful, terrible and gut wrenching for your family and comrades who carry the torch of your very admired soul in their lives and future journeys. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The integrity, dignity and honesty of a driven and proven angel they never die! I hope to hear from Officer Keith DiGenova's twin brother, Kenneth how he has been doing. You were his partner, friend and brother in arms never more saluted and honored for being elegant and wise beyond your age.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 24, 2021

A pilgrimage of proficient destinies all backed by the guiding lights of heaven above. What a mission and what an earthly journey you traveled to bring about an accentuated stability and serenity for Dade County, Officer Cook. So clear, crisp and meaningful the folks won't the gentleman and young man whose humble heart and humane soul brought everlasting peace. Such honesty, integrity and dignity now perpetuated by those who have taken over your consummate watch. Resolve and accountability all deemed as complete and sadly Our Maker needed your spirit in His abode to observe your loved ones and comrades fulfilling your dreams by keeping alive your humility from within. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 24, 2021

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