Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, May 16, 1979
Reflections for Police Officer William Coleman Cook
Violence and evil meander around an area and sometimes it just never seems to abate. You tried your utmost, Officer Cook, to stop a callously wayward man from creating more havoc that awful day. Dade County had your candor and charming smile, but above all it had humility, heart and honesty supporting your journeys of dignity, integrity and character making way from what should have been a brighter hour. Your beloved family and colleagues all mourned your loss which opened a gaping cavity which through these many decades later we all hope and pray for some divine inspiration it has closed a humble bit. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 3, 2021
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Ferocity is a sincere form of expressing honor and integrity. Your heart of intellect, dignity and ingenuity, Officer Cook, proved to be a worthy resource here in Dade County as it stood face to face and toe to toe battling evil and conquering violence. A uniform and a shiny badge worn precisely for the duties and responsibilities prescribed to make and to create a stable environment for all society to seek the shelters of peace and liberty. No one will overlook nor forget the youthful passion and enthusiasm you happily displayed. And all the affection, love and cherished admiration will ride those wings around us forevermore. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 2, 2021
A smile may unmask some of the grief, the healing itself comes from Our Creator who in His own mercy, compassion and perfection can relieve suffering, anguish and torment from us. If we we pray, do our very best carrying out His edicts, our purposes, goals and messages will one day become a bit clearer. Your missions, pilgrimages and assorted journeys around Dade County, Officer Cook, will forever be distinctly remembered and as clear as that awful day of May 16, 1979 when the Lord called you home and brought your heart,soul and spirit of humility, honor and intelligence back to His home, it's your dignity and integrity that can serve a more spiritual mission and that's to observe your family continuing your heroism inscribed in your legacy and fulfilling what you left behind so sadly yet with pride, excellence and certainly outstanding character and its virtue. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 2, 2021
A gentleman geared with uncanny astuteness, awareness and acumen so documented and essential to all your life's dreams, goals and aspirations. They were never off and for making headway in restoring soundness to Dade County,heroically and honorably, Officer Cook, so too may Our Master shine His grace upon you and your parents for the very dear son and beloved brother and husband who gave his life to servicing the public interest. A blessed man who was righteous in all his ways and generous in his sacred callings to bestow tranquil upon mankind's wings. Your angel wings my neighbor, friend and hero are perfectly fitted for heaven duty and may eternity be the venue where your vitality, vigilance and total virtue rests in peace. You'll always be there to watch over your family and the rest of this world until your loved ones see you smiling again.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 2, 2021
Dignity graced the sidewalks of passion, honor and courage for six blessed years of public servant endearment, engagement and total enhancement. As you walked or ran to a scene, God kept His binoculars upon you never letting your trails run dry nor your paths continue without inspiration and perseverance because of your earthliest of journeys now and forever linked to outstanding character, solid commitment and convictions so true and trusted, your heart, soul and their integrity shall be resting in peace my neighbor,friend and hero with your honored virtue.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 2, 2021
Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. Bravery and boldness are in the very heart and soul of an honored hero. Certainly you are just that, Officer Cook and for what you meant to every citizen living in and around Dade County may Our Lord bless and reward your spirit while keeping you cradled for eternal safekeeping. Always and forever a man of truth and trust, so undeniably candid and wise beyond your chronological years on this Earth. Surely, it was a very terrible and tragically trying day for your family and department losing a man so esteemed and so wonderfully authentic in all your missions, journeys and purposes in patching and in protecting our stability and harmony. Violence is like that tiger on the prowl and it must be ensnared and never set free again. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 2, 2021
A rubber bad stretched too far will snap. Police must not snap nor lose their cool during tenuous moments when violence, evil and wickedness look to shake stability and quietness off of the shelf. You were consummate and composed speaking with a soothing voice of reason and restoration, Officer Cook and that's why you so well respected,admired and beloved by your family, comrades and friends from around our country. They all came to pay homage heroic faithfulness. desirable dignity and insightful integrity all well learned and versed with virtue and special principles within the highest of conduct by which you conducted your professional duties. Dade County and your community will never its angel now walking a humanely proverbial beat above. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 2, 2021
People get itchy when trouble is brewing. When evil starts off hammering away its ugliness on the pavements then you know it's high time to get moving. One split second can cost a life and as we all recognize life is very precious to behold. As your family knows, Officer Cook, you were their Godsend brought here for a special earthly task and that was so perilous in preserving the quality of Dade County life. Its residents all looked up to you, I'd like to think they revered and admired your heart and soul greatly. A hero so fond of his roles and so uniquely versatile all while being full of integrity, dignity and honesty which all men and women, heroes and heroines alike share. A bond of valor so unyielding and yet undying. Your tireless energy sure went into every ounce of peace and unity we have got. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 2, 2021
The streets can be wild and wicked at times. No matter the weather, cloudy, sunny or snowy, evil just seems to become a more than passing element that can surely confront, confound and confuse the heck out of civility. You were a nice gentleman, Officer Cook, a beloved human being with a beautiful wife and a lovely family and of course two honorable and devout parents may they rest in peace. When they pinned on your badge that was their son , so adoring and handsome standing behind the flag with that engaging smile to love. Just why did some evil being take you from them? Integrity, character, dignity and loyalty all honored at your Inspector's funeral. The bagpipes wailing, the tears welling, the streets full of raw emotions for such a duly recognized man of God, truth and trustworthiness. Virtue so holy and nobility so distinguished, You are never going to be forgotten for your supreme sacrifice and solemn life of scruples. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 2, 2021
Heroism crosses that thin blue line for its public servants who have been deemed to have concluded their earthly destinies. Now and for eternity your honesty, integrity and wisdom, Officer Cook, will delve into dignifying their heavenly responsibilities protecting the golden pavements and gates where all heroes and heroines rest in peace along with you my neighbor, friend and hero. Dade County was where your official business took place daily and where evil tragically ended your upbeat and enhancing career of morals and excellence. So truthful faithful and versatile all while being the consummate staple of virtue. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 2, 2021
A legend who lived life to its fullest and performed his professional roles as such. Your community of Dade County, your loved ones and colleagues of the past won't forget you ever, Officer Cook. Badge#1664 was the living example of effort and energy all unselfishly tapped along with your unwavering integrity, dignity and honored commitment to pride and excellence which will be saluted. Grace and gallantry all uplifting the masses of those whom you took an oath to serve and to protect. Wisdom, respect and vision so crystal clear and now in the skies above you are an angel who soars higher every second. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 2, 2021
Persistence can help figure out where the puzzle pieces fit. But, then again not always so simple to solve. Crime cuts away at the status of humanity and then someone so dedicated must go and patrol the areas to seize this adversary from making more damage than necessary. You planned and prepared, Officer Cook, as all men and women esteemed and cherished must. Dade County had a man of heroism, sacred missions and the dignity that support the backbones of integrity fighting hard to create a texture of goodwill and you'll always be saluted for courage and for having a very brave heart and soul. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 2, 2021
A crisis can shake the very soil you walk on. On top of everything else all dignified and honorable public servants have enough challenges to keep them hopping. When violence strikes they must be ready to attack its roots to provide a sensation of stability and safety for mankind which you brought to Dade County, Officer Cook. A hero forever steeped in integrity and enriched by character, wisdom, respect and faithfully discharging your trusted and true onuses. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 2, 2021
Sugar and spice and everything nice. Except when evil, violence and torment frustrate the heck out of humanity we all shake in anticipation of what might occur next. The sugar and spice of honesty,integrity and dignity is exactly what people enjoy your company, Officer Cook and in the fact that you solidly and solemnly protected Dade County with every resource of your being,heart and soul not to be forgotten. Your destinies have been taken up to heaven to carry out a newer assignment and that's to guard the pearly gates. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 1, 2021
Taking a lit match and throwing it into a gasoline can is akin to giving a weapon to a child. For all that you tackled in life, Officer Cook, because of your tireless heroics and unselfish honor, Dade County and its residents can forever live in peace, unity and in simplicity in all their journeys that they pursue. You see violence wrecks the most sincerest of dreams, aspirations and goals we as free people yearn for. You my neighbor, friend and hero were at least able to live to fulfill your ambitions of acumen, hope and humility that goodwill could be spread out far and wide. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Children must feel safe and secure and surely have a positive purpose in this world besides having dreams.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 1, 2021
I meant better served, Officer Cook and you certainly gave grit, gumption, heart and soul. A man of class, decency and character all respected by Dade County citizens and your peers with the complete support of your adored family members. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The fuel of ferocity is high end honor, integrity and dignity always staying in there to fight adversity.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 1, 2021
Whether from the port side or the starboard side your honesty, integrity, reverence and dignity always shone through, Officer Cook. A man whose life and career was characterized by unwavering and unselfish humility, heart and soul given to Dade County to make them safer. The shame of evil it cannot be taken back as once a bullet leaves its chambers and strikes its target or targets there is no going back. You are very much missed, sorely absent and sadly gone before your career could have been completed the right way. God has blessed you and your family as they pursue their lives with the very same humble spirit as you so faithfully did. So truthful and so reliably trustworthy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The pride and excellence of the Central Division lies in Badge#1664 always so treasured and forever admired for its endeavors making mankind better serv
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 1, 2021
Numbers are just that. It's how your passion and compassion both rise to the occasion when resolving conflicts. Problems and issues always seem to pop up and your intellect, Officer Cook, was as sharp as a knife cutting right to the very heart of what needed fixing here in Dade County. For maintaining integrity, dignity and honor may all your blessings from Our Creator be bestowed upon your soul and spirit which stays forever aglow. Cornerstones constructed for a safer and sounder tomorrow one with you alive to witness these changes would have been better. Your work in heaven is continually moving about guarding and watching the gates of boldness and vigilance. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 1, 2021
Six years of loyal and faithful service that lives on in your family's hearts and souls, Officer Cook. Such a genuine young man, gifted and talented enough to humbly accept such a difficult undertaking with nothing plain and routine. Guarding Dade County and its people took every ounce of effort and energy your strong heart possessed and by heroically doing everything properly so may your character, commitments and convictions be eternally blessed and rewarded for being a warrior who welcomed a challenge. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Honesty, integrity and dignity powered your engines of hope and good cheer.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 1, 2021
Ferocity and determination must not be frittered away, there is no time to waste when mankind stands threatened by wickedness. Your principles, morals and conduct, Officer Cook, was leadership and admiration being fortified by the eyes and ears of honor, sacred integrity and instrumental dignity all being poured into your labors of love. You relished responsibility and never gave in to terror and whatever any worthy public servant must direct their senses to. A gentleman furnished by foundations of law and order making good on his promise to serve and protect. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 1, 2021
Violence is a vile and vicious attack against society's ideals, honor and humility. It's counter to living normal and quiet lives of esteem and character. Your life and career, Officer Cook, serving Dade County was most productive and most efficient. You validated bravery, integrity and the words of dignity so important and so essentially trusted in battling adversity. All that you set out to become you achieved and won't be overlooked for implanting a renewed sense of awareness and clarity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 1, 2021
Dollars and cents allow us to spend and purchase items for usage. Integrity, honor and dignity permit any worthwhile man or woman to serve and to preserve the intuition, ingenuity and intelligence that God placed within our very minds. He instilled humbleness and heroism within your heart and very soul, Officer Cook and this created a certain kinship between yourself and Dade County folks to be fondly remembered. A man of character who brought pride and accomplishment to all that you gently touched and graced for a relatively short twenty-five years of life, passion and happiness that is sorely missed. So much left behind and yet your family humanely carries the torch of your legacy with them everyday they set out their doors. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 1, 2021
Turtles move slow as there is no rapidity in their lives. Public servants must move fast and their tenacity and honesty must drive fast at times to protect the security and safety of all who live and breathe. You patrolled Dade County, Officer Cook, with heroic dignity, integrity and reverent character that has been forever saluted. Humility no matter the humidity outside was always treasured, resourceful and present. Sanctity and civility all dealing with the complexities of mankind to be shared and passed down to other loyal souls of truth and trust. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 1, 2021
As clear as day was your humility, humble heart and honorable soul of distinction, dignity,diligence and devotion to law and order. Dade County is where your career became legendary and its heroism has endured all these decades later as you are remembered for courtesy,truth and esteemed performance. The streets and roads were kept quiet for the most part and your sense of direction, Officer Cook, made you confident in all your professional abilities. We just have to keep in mind virtue is not vain and vigilance is the plans of all brave and passionate servants who offer their lives to both shield and look to unify mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 28, 2021
Like grease lighting that's how suddenly wickedness can strike and cause so much chaos and adversity to human life. No matter how talented, gifted, skilled and honest one is somehow one slip, just one split second and a whirlwind of trouble can crop up. You did all you could that day, Officer Cook,to protect Dade County,its citizens and your fellow officers. Integrity, dignity and character always battled and fought for harmony,truth and trust among humanity. A pleasant young man taken from his family too early and forever you'll be hailed as a hero of humility and heart,virtue and versatility to be etched and saluted solemnly for eternity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 28, 2021
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