Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Duly devoted and vitally vigilant,your trust and truth, Officer Cook, made its rounds around Dade County providing the important and most essential missing links to society's quests for freedom and liberty for each citizen to follow their hearts through the tunnels of honor pressing on to greater happiness and to all future callings. Yet, through it all your honesty,integrity and dignity was always unwavering, unrelenting and so passionately filled with character and respect for every living being. You'll forever be hailed and stoically paid tributes for heroism and nobly insightful actions which sparked cooperation from mankind to further its pursuits of vitalization of humanity. The grounds were laid by your very profound professional behavior, Officer Cook, pride and discipline to be shared forevermore. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2020

A second, a brief moment, a memory to share and to celebrate. The caring and genuine warmth you spread throughout Dade County, Officer Cook, is forever being hailed and honored as heroic. Your professional actions not just that awful day, but,everyday for six years you bravely and in principles carried your badge and wore a crisp uniform spelled out the message of earthly and heavenly foundations. Violence, evil and wickedness cannot and won't ever be tolerated. Those who commit this, test the will power, resourcefulness and resolve of society. It goes to the heart,nuts and bolts of respect,reverence and one's duly diligent commitment and character to see their missions and journeys carried through. You installed,implanted and instilled a love and humble peaceful transition for all to share.The beacon of bravery, Officer Cook,your legacy rests upon the cornerstones of fairness,faith and ferocity like no other. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2020

Enchanted times and places call for special moments to look back and solemnly remember those who gave their esteemed lives for a passion, a purpose, a reason and a vital honorable calling. That came in especially clear on Wednesday afternoon May 16,1979, when you heard a call over the radio, Officer Cook and you responded to Liberty City in Miami with your very last partner, Reserve Officer Scott Lincoln, to try and help your comrades and those citizens hurt and in distress. What a hero! A gentleman so gallant and yet you sacredly genuine, uplifting and enhancing the vitality of goodwill and character by your undying endeavors. Forever solemnly etched upon your family, your community and your colleagues' hearts for leadership, dedication and motivation. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero. Everyday, every moment of your life, Officer Cook, was channeled and championed into success, accomplishment and a sense of unity for humanity. It's very much missed today and will forever be a heavy baton for all to bear.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2020

Schemes are for those attuned to actual mayhem and whatever. You were the consummate public servant, Officer Cook,so healthy and vital to the outlook and spirits of all Dade County and its citizens. A savior,warrior and true hero so validated by heroism, so humble and humane, yet so capable and trusting. The weights of serenity placed down gently upon society's shoulders. We salute and paid honor to dignity,loyal and esteemed, integrity so sure and yet your virtuous. God has ascertained your proper and rightful status as one of His many angels who now have a daunting role and that is to watch over your family and future men and women who serve with boldness,bravery and a basic belief that all will work itself out for tranquility to rest safely within the boundaries of your community, Officer Cook,a place you called home and had a wonderful marriage to your beloved Karen. Though it and your life were tragically cut way too short because of violence and hatred, she will always remember her beloved darling"Bill." Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2020

The pyramid begins to be crafted with courage, character, charm and charisma. But above all else your wisdom,vision and total integrity and honesty, Officer Cook, brought the pictures of heroic perspective closer to view. With dignity and humbleness always so true and loyal you'll never be overlooked for being available to calm and restore law and order during accentuated times of crisis and turmoil. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2020

The heroes and heroines are the kings and queens, angels so adoring and enriching as their lives navigated the dangerous streets and roads protecting the public trust and truth. If ever there was trouble you were present, Officer Cook, to lend a helping hand to uplift the spirits of Dade County's folks. Savvy and serious regarding your honesty, integrity and fortitude of dignity and respectful character to be warmly and fondly saluted. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2020

Welcoming a friend is being congenial. Saying goodbye to a hero,a humble legend of Dade County whose protection and preservation was always first class and dignified was very tough, very emotional. Your family and peers paid homage to humility, sanctity and nobility who tied closely with your mindful and thoughtfully truthful character never to be forgotten. Integrity of angel so valiant and virtuous. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Officer Cook, the skies sing your praises as God rewards and blesses your beautiful soul of distinction.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2020

The edict is clear that effort, energy and efficiency make honor,dignity and integrity better able to handle the rigors of your profession, Officer Cook. Always polite, courteous and full of mankind's reverence and respectability,it was found in your patrols of Dade County that created the goodwill, hope and faith of one and all. Always caring and endearing, so young and heroically fundamental. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2020

No glare, no flair, only outright excellent work by you, Officer Cook, so supremely heroic and desirable. Honest, wise and the clearest of vision as we look to tomorrow because of your unwavering and tirelessly unselfish sacrifice that protected the integrity and dignity of all Dade County. Foundations and cornerstones have bases and you my neighbor, friend and hero built relationships by being contained in humility and focused on the facts of serving to resolve and make that lasting impression. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2020

Your biography of bravery, boldness, courage and decency, Officer Cook, were all attuned to honesty, integrity and the virtue of your self-dignity which battled and defended the freedom of all Dade County. Its people can thank you and be aware they were served by a man of primary intuition, ingenuity and the intelligence that is represented by character, conviction, truth and trust well learned and trained to deal with any issue you faced. Adversity is always seemingly going to be a part of the landscape to be solemnly and humbly dealt with. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2020

Flexibility and capability are the items of one's heroic, honored and humble versatility as yours, Officer Cook, delivered that one two punch to combat callousness in Dade County. For having composure and trust truth and resolve may Our Lord bless and keep your cherished character and commitment shielded within His domain for eternal safekeeping. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2020

A uniform and badge of progress never stepping backwards. Only going forward with ferocity and fierceness and fearlessness to tackle the tough tasks and responsibilities that are involved with policing an area such as Dade County. Every officer you ever partnered with always always can say the honest truth that you were indeed a spirit and soul so bright just as your warm smile, engaging and contagious. Certainly an angel to be revered as a loyal partner in the peace process. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Integrity, dignity and honesty standing high and proud.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 6, 2020

Six years of service, twenty-five years of sacred life so encased with honor, humility and the admiration of both integrity and dignity afforded all Dade County residents. No one forgets. A giant of a man steeped in serenity and coupled with courage from the heart. Our Creator certainly has your soul and spirit, Officer Cook, heroically safe from harm in His castles of valor and humbleness. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 6, 2020

In bowling twelve strikes is a perfect game. In police work the art of securing and yet nothing seems perfect and so much even with excellent integrity, dignity and a mighty strong heart, things can go chaotically bad. That day of May 16, 1979, Officer Cook, you lent your unselfish and unwavering heroism to your colleagues and the people of Dade County making them united and stronger. Just so much has manifest itself all these decades later. A sacrifice so dear and enriching, mankind can really stand and salute you for your smile and warmness of character. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 6, 2020

Thrifty, brave and reverent, all from a man so uniquely skilled and gifted. You were the consummate public servant, Officer Cook, a real true and trusted builder of humanity. Just sad that someone felt compelled to end your life and career because of his troubles. Dade County has never forgotten your savvy and moxie. Honesty, integrity and loyalty all joining together with dignity to walks those humbly golden pavements in heaven forever. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 6, 2020

Rest assured your watch is being covered by nobly honest men and women, Officer Cook. No laziness and no slowing down. Your principles and earnest dignity,integrity and fortitude of character were your driving forces as you heroically patrolled the streets of Dade County. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 6, 2020

Angels fly high just as your humble heart and soul, Officer Cook. So humane and dignified as your boldness, bravery and integrity fought those difficult battles over evil here in Dade County. No one has forgotten the righteous gentleman whose wisdom, sanctity and vision helped to formulate newer foundations. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 6, 2020

Those inclined to integrity, ingenuity and intuition should be compelled to continue their heroic and humane trails of honesty. The terror and what not that afflicts society is indeed terrible. Just as tragic as you, Officer Cook, being taken by unadulterated violence all by one man. Your friendly smile and personality were that living and breathing stability. All virtue and all valid. It has been so rewarded and vigilantly blessed by Our Creator Himself. An angel flying,soaring and climbing higher in eternity where hope,goodwill and reliability will not leave your spirit. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero. Dade County marches on with your heart and soul in mind. You never ever let them or your family down.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 5, 2020

The curious are walking the streets seeking something. Public servants walk the righteous paths pursuing peace and everlasting respect. Mankind cannot fall victim to such villains. With your honest and humble valor, Officer Cook, Dade County was protected and kept notably safe. Today, your integrity, character and dignity is surely missed as your loving family keeps your legacy alive in their hearts. So truthful and trusted, your vigilance set the bar for others to devote themselves to following in. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 5, 2020

Violence and evil are like hit and run accidents they leave carnage strewn on the streets. Police officers answer all calls and place themselves in harm's way to preserve and protect the public at large. Dade County was your humble venue, Officer Cook, a hero of honor,integrity and dignity so special just as your golden heart of concern and class. Forever fondly, solemnly and warmly remembered. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 5, 2020

Haste makes waste. Character builds honesty and lays down its paths of dignity and integrity. Excellence you spread far and wide around Dade County, Officer Cook. Such a hero, a young man whose virtue and versatility dealt with so many problems and issues to tackle and to resolve. One great man full of sparkling vision and scruples now soaring as an angel in heaven above. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 5, 2020

Keep the cabinets filled with humility, humbleness and humane charm somehow you'll find a way to fight through this miserable adversity. It took you, Officer Cook, from your loving family,peers and Dade County in general. You'll always be held in high regard for having the outstanding character, commitment to excellence and the trusted wisdom, truth and vision, maturity to see clearly down the road. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 5, 2020

A pantry of perseverance is better than paltry honesty,dignity and integrity. The letters and their characters all created for the benefit of mankind by your most esteemed and heroically inclined heart and soul, Officer Cook. Dade County and its people will forever cherish you and respect foundations and cornerstones laid down for a most passionate future. One made much sounder if you were here today to see the challenges abound. But, always saluted and revered. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 5, 2020

Well stocked in serenity and fundamental humility all your life and during a public service career well ordained for further accomplishments, the entire world and your loving family, Officer Cook, can be certain of many things. Dignity, honesty and integrity walked those pathways of diligence with vigilance graced your trails of tenacity. Dade County was pretty fortunate to have a man of civility,sanctity and humanity among its privileged ranks of resolve, resourcefulness and surely minded resiliency. The heavens are always brighter with your loving and humanely humble soul illuminating its highest of plains. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Fate and destiny are not just random happenings! One life well lived and a man well loved and respected for his ingenuity and intelligence.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 4, 2020

Ineptitude surely can trip up one's own integrity and ingenuity as their intuitions maybe drowned by lack of self-control. You cannot lose patience, hope and despair. If you stay the course the situations have a way of working themselves out for a positive. Dade County was searching for stability,for harmony and meaning, your life and career choice, Officer Cook, so valiant and gifted brought newer foundations and created the esteemed bonds of faith and goodwill that shall be revered, admired and saluted for generations to come. Just terrible that your life and career ended suddenly by one man's reprehensible violence against you and your colleagues whom we hope are doing as well today as can be expected considering they nearly died that day.Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 4, 2020