Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, May 16, 1979
Reflections for Police Officer William Coleman Cook
Tenacity leads to tranquility. A travesty sometimes leads to tragedy. You should never have died, Officer Cook, someway, somehow everything decent, honest and heroic will forever be remembered. Dade County was served and protected by your loyalty, faithfulness and you'll forever remain esteemed and admired. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Just terrible a young man dedicated and gifted engaging and enhancing humanity.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 22, 2021
A loss so tragic and awful, never a man of dignity, integrity and character whose honesty just brushed against the walls and hearts of Dade County. Yes, Officer Cook, heroism and humbleness were just starting to take affect when a senseless man opened fire on you and your comrades while you were trying to calm him down. A price paid very dearly and for building esteem and loyalty may you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero as you walk that thin blue line as an angel in paradise, heaven is that perfect spot where nothing will ever hurt you again. It never should have disturbed your watch over your family, friends and department.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 21, 2021
You performed more than admirably. Your honor, bravery and reverence struck those chords of valor, Officer Cook, so heroic and with sterling integrity that oversaw the progress of harmony and unity for Dade County and its folks. A young man so gifted and talented with a steady stream of sense and wisdom. Your vision my neighbor, friend and hero was that of an eagle and now just as eagles and other birds do you can soar as high as your spirit will uplift you. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 21, 2021
Our Lord greets His well esteemed and honored warriors, heroes and heroines who gave the ultimate directed at safety, security and serenity to be achieved. Dade County was greeted with your pleasant voice of compassion and rationale, Officer Cook, all out endeavor, resolve and the balance of character, conviction and commitments to everything decent with dignity and integrity, their ingenuity spreading faith and devotion to a community yearning for such. Always honored and warmly saluted. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 21, 2021
Never turn a blind eye for boldness, bravery and ethical behavior carry sway in these wars and battles over ruthless misconduct. Your professionalism and admiration, Officer Cook, was spot on, stellar and affirmed all by your unwavering and undying heart of humility. Dignity that ignited the roads of integrity and set your trails of trust, truth and justice going forward. So beloved and well respected for your heroism and sanctity throughout your career of concern, careful consideration and courage of virtue. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 21, 2021
Candor and courage help to bind charisma and charm and for your wonderfully bright smile, Officer Cook, Dade County and society was humanely protected. The citizens had no complaints whatsoever. Your family and colleagues just wanted for you to be safe and to survive that awful day when you sacrificed for the good of the people, their relevance not reluctance was placed on the line and you answered that very last call with the same amount of enthusiasm, effort and compassion as you did all your life and brief six years of loyal and dedicated service providing a pivotal boast to humanity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 21, 2021
Those who rail against the establishment, their honesty,integrity and dignity will always come into question. You sustained goodwill and hope through all your professional journeys in and around Dade County, Officer Cook. A man and a hero. A gentleman so gallant and wise, history will record your outstanding feats of bravery that left behind a sense of pride,security and forever your tireless maturity beyond the crowd. A consummate public servant with a smile and humility in your passionate heart of truth and trust. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 21, 2021
You cannot be a deer in headlights. No shying away from trouble. You made it your business, Officer Cook,to be aware,alert and astute of every peril and obstacle in front and behind you. For this Dade County offers you a big debt of gratitude for valor and virtue, honesty, integrity and character that was always dignified and faithfully devoted to those loyal causes of serenity and safe havens. The foundations and cornerstones you built remain there even if newer buildings are going up here in Dade County. So much has changed and as your friend and comrade, Officer Piloto noted it's sad you could not see those changes today. Heaven' perches have a magnificent view. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 21, 2021
Violence is not some one time matter. Truth be said it's everyone's problem and public servants brave and humble must somehow cope with its terrible after affects. The shocks are of great magnitude and your morals and mettle, Officer Cook,so sincere, honest and most prevailing dealt with adversity that jeopardized integrity and dignity here in Dade County. It was your home where you grew up, were educated and married Karen, your beloved wife. Your heroism always will be cherished, admired and quite respected. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 21, 2021
Composed with character and serving with class and commitment, convictions all so true and trustworthy. No matter the dilemma, circumstance or situation, Officer Cook, you proved yourself by being capable and responsible to handle whatever was assigned your way. And for this Dade County and its people could not be any prouder. A hero of humbleness, blessed with dignity, accountability and honest character and unselfish integrity all making their due rounds to stop and to stabilize tranquility. Your heart, soul and spirit has been rewarded and blessed by Our Creator. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 21, 2021
When one views the likeness of one's features you can only ponder what if they were still alive and accomplishing to benefit society. Which your humility,heart and honor succeeded in doing for Dade County, Officer Cook. So heroic and humane, a man glad and proud to serve his community with all his might, energy and courage from a most resourceful man of integrity. The fires still burn, the wars still rage on and your angelic spirit looks down from heaven watching those carrying your legacy of sacred missions of hope,goodwill and faith truthfully and in a trusted fashion forward. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 21, 2021
A devout gentleman so diligent and valiant who served his callings with purpose and reasons of honesty, integrity and dignity. Dade County was preserved by your loyalty, faithfulness and engaging attitude one so heroic and structured. Heroism and resolve, Officer Cook,so geared toward serenity and unity for all mankind. A man who gave his life answered all his burdens and shouldered wisdom and vision with his heart and eyes. Never any lack trust nor truth just plain old justice and perseverance to be solemnly recalled. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 20, 2021
Trust and truth are the mouthpieces of honesty and dignity. And with your integrity, Officer Cook, so sacred and heroic your career and life serving Dade County you'll forever be saluted for having such outstanding character that performed its tasks with relevance and the assurances of peace and hope being spread throughout a community where you continue being respected and so poignantly honored and beloved. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 20, 2021
The streets are clear, free of mistrust and hopefully more respect. Violence turns a quiet afternoon into a zone of zealous evil,one man took your life, Officer Cook and for this Dade County mourned your loss. A career, a marriage and seeing all your family as it grows in health and well being all shattered by callous conduct. But, your courage and caring concern shall be fondly and solemnly remembered and so saluted for valor, honor and its dignity which fights the adversity which at times confounds, confuses and frustrates society. Your soul, Officer Cook, has been always noted for a smile is bright and make a sad day a little happier though you watch up in the skies above. Badge#1664 is a reminder of how one composes themselves in scruples,pride and in virtue. Such durable versatility forever the pathways of humanity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 20, 2021
Repairing what is broken and fixing society fall on the humble shoulders of all great and honorable women and men. Law enforcement sometimes suffers tragic losses of their own and do attempt to carry on with the assignments at hand. Your peaceful nature, Officer Cook, expanded the harmony and liberty for those in Dade County whom you sought out. You preserved,protected and aligned trust and truth as one unit. An element so essential to moving about with peace, joy and happiness. Your smile, Officer Cook, was priceless as was your desire,decency and drive. Determination, dedication and devotion kept your trails forevermore lit. Sacrifice brings with it a proud moment and yet sadness because the Lord took you home too early. And with more left behind for your colleagues and family to treasure, respect and adore. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 20, 2021
Talent is not only tenacity. Fortune is not always fickle. Ferocity is not some bandage. Window dressing is one matter, integrity respect and principles are totally another matter. You deserved to live on, Officer Cook and for being your family and department's hero may your soul rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Every nook and cranny filled with peace and humility from a man with a wise heart and level headed trust which presented Dade County with a sense of direction to be carried by those future public servants who have taken the baton. The responsibilities can be overwhelming. The tasks can be arduous. Your spirit looks down, Officer Cook and as Our Master both blesses and rewards your heroism, may we all pray for prosperity and the understanding to make a difference for mankind's adventures to move forward.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 20, 2021
Destiny and history are linked forever. Police faithfully discharge their professional obligations to eliminate terror and to bring about goodwill, resolve and hope to communities sharing similar ideas and values. Dade County is such a venue where your validation, Officer Cook, shall be felt forever as is your heroic legacy bounded on all sides by dignity, integrity and the humbleness of honesty. You surely gave every bone and muscle in your being to stop violence that day and everyday. Such a tragedy and such a heartless act that robbed your family and peers of your smiling yet serious demeanor. To be certain wisdom and vision are part of those golden gates of gallantry. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 20, 2021
Unity, not division, hope not despair, faith not indifference, you fought for us, your family, colleagues and the entire landscape of all Dade County, Officer Cook, such a hero whose honor and integrity made an insightful impact never to be forgotten. A young man who diligence provided the backdrop for serenity and sanctity for all humanity. Wickedness and a man's disgusting behavior took a wonderful soul, a hero whose integrity and ingenuity were founded upon the principles of devoutness and truth, trust never questioned who led others through danger by being vigilant and possessing humanely humble virtues. The heavens stay aglow because of your unselfish and tireless energy to bind those separated by doubt and there was no hesitation to respond to your very last call, a domestic dispute as it was stated you were excellent in calming and in restoring tranquility and everything normal with quiet. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your heart was always engaged on the public and the truth was like honey coming from your lips.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 20, 2021
President Joseph Biden Jr becomes President today and perhaps with it a clean slate and a newer start for our country. A land full of opportunity, honor where dignity and integrity shall never be tarnished nor disrespected. When evil and violence take the lives of those who persevere, protect and serve we must mourn their loss. Grief and agony, pain and sorrow hopefully and slowly turn to healing. Humility, heart and character that you had, Officer Cook, are on the line riding together and it rode with you during your watch patrolling Dade County for a semblance of peace, freedom, unity and goodwill through prosperity. Always cherished and saluted for bravery above and beyond. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 20, 2021
Though the weights of onus are great, your back, heart and shoulders handled the burdens with the utmost decency, honor and total reverence of faith, character and trusted commitments. Convictions, Officer Cook, so clear and true, a man whose journeys brought forth a new resolve, a new anticipation for citizens of Dade County trusting in the process carried forth by your direct sanctity, civility and unshakable humility from a most diligent heart of careful planning, thoughtful preparation and unrelenting heroism striving to create its circle of courage and class. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Serenity, peace and freedom cost you the ultimate, Officer Cook and we won't forget what principles, scruples and morals you represented with a complete dedication and determination.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 19, 2021
Better to lead, live and prosper by humility rather than extravagance. The effort, energy and heart were always poured into your sincerest labors of love, Officer Cook, as you were more than a token public servant so humble, heroic and honored for all your life's pursuits. Those sadly were taken by a rotten coward and man who steered away from morals and their capacities. Dade County experienced a new lease on life by the very virtue of your versatility, integrity and crispness of dignity which gave evil all it could handle. Make no mistake you saved countless lives that awful day, Officer Cook, when heaven called an heaven to His gallant honor roll. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 19, 2021
Success never shall get into the head of a wise man, a man built upon the very fibers, fabrics and tenacity that assisted you, Officer Cook, in your hunts for heinous and callous people bent on breaking the integrity dignity and honor of Dade County. Its people relished your sweet heart and wholesome sincerity as it navigated the very streets and roads where peace not bloodshed can make lives a little less stressful. A soul and spirit as devoted as your heart of care and concern. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Humility and reserve work as a tandem to combat mischief and mayhem. That day, Officer Cook, Badge#1664 paid the ultimate sacrifice to better the happiness and missions of mankind.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 19, 2021
Your outstanding feats of character and faithfulness balance the ledgers of your learning and yearning to become the very best public servant whose honor, nobility and loyal integrity and dignity championed Dade County into a higher level of success and stability. Your comrades of the past and your beloved family, Officer Cook, have all paid homage and saluted solemnly your efforts to fix problems before they became worse. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 19, 2021
Diligence is that very bookmark, the standard of which you planted, Officer Cook, to be treasured and cherished for always here in Dade County. When honesty,integrity and dignity can hang in there and cope, fight and battle at least the residents may be safe and more securer. Your years of serving and protecting Dade County are the benchmarks of boldness, bravery and sacred humility all from your wise heart one proud to participate in mankind's endeavors. With such respect, reverence and character came the commitments to justice and truth, the trust never flickering. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 19, 2021
For the very sake of God's glory, Officer Cook, He certainly led you in the right direction. A most humble and devout young man searching every inch for stability, safety and the serenity that Dade County was looking for. You gave your life and career of principles never once flinching from adversity and for sense and reason, integrity, honor and dignity are in heaven now helping to keep those green pastures and gates of eternity safe from harm. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 19, 2021
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