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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

Departments have traditions. Trust and truth are among their themes with dealing with the public. The respect, honor and integrity thankfully were never absent from your life and career, Officer Cook. Dade County and its citizens received a lion's share amicable protection, the sincerest ofmindful character and convictions humble and fair. A man young as you were, Officer Cook, went on an unfortunate rampage that awfully tragic day when God took your treasured heart and soul back to heaven to perform its eternal deeds of nobility. Always respected and beloved by your family and peers. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 31, 2020

Some get loads of time while others don't for whatever reason. God gave your parents a humble and heroic gift for twenty-five all too short years of life and public service fixing and restoring law and order within the confines of Dade County. For a gentleman of humility and intellect, Officer Cook, badge#1664 made things happen. Constructing the very foundations of wisdom and trust wonderfully mastermining truth and resolve in accomplishing all your difficult and sometimes perilous responsibilities. We salute your maturity, virtues and bravery. All loyal and humanely angelic! Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 31, 2020

Thankfulness, thoughtfulness and faithfulness never get mixed up. Their resilience and efficiency stay locked on their targets where humble and dignified tenacity is called upon to be most useful, trusted and truthful. Your passions, Officer Cook, offered a glimpse into your life and career of success while bringing in some hope and tranquility to Dade County folks. You are to be revered and offerd poignant homage for the sincerest of service to the public and community where you grew up. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 31, 2020

Temptation can lead to a much severe fate. God Himself drives our journeys and their destinies to sancity, humility and honest heroism Yours, Officer Cook, on behalf of Dade County's residents were all undertaken with a certain framework of ferocity and respectful commitment in mind. It's found in a man's integrity and dignity his valiant virtues. Always loyal, esteemed and cherished. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Rewards and blessings are an angel's best partner.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 31, 2020

Always so mindful and kind, you life and career, Officer Cook, were driven by principles of honesty, integrity and the dignity to fight through those dangerous moments. Dade County was protected and served by amost scrupulous and heroic young man full of virtue and wisdom. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your character and sincerity are forever watched over by Our Master of compassion.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 31, 2020

Popping off won't calm an area. Acting disrespectful and disloyal won't cut the mustard either. You respected authority, Officer Cook and were a greatly admired comrade so adored by his family and genuinely trusted to handle the rigors of working in and around the venues of Dade County. Honest, sincere and very humble, your decent dignity and inspiring integrity will always be so honored. Sanctity and fortitude only from your heart and concerned soul of mettle and values. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 30, 2020

So respected and revered among mankind, your gratitude and humble life will never be out of mind or sight. You were a conforting influence for all of your colleagues who never doubted your capabilities, abilities and reliability, Officer Cook. A humble and heroic legend in Dade County for the people who embellished civility, honesty and shining dignity and intense integrity. The wars and their fights roar on my neighbor, friend andhero. Rest in peace and continue watching over your family and society in general.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 30, 2020

The wings of wickedness must be clipped and cast into the largest of bodies of water to disappear forevermore. A gentleman so gallant and so rvered among his comrades and those who served along side of you, Officer Cook, a Dade County hero of action and sacred purpose, trust and truth. God surely implanted and instilled humane wisdom, honor and integrity into your veins of dignity. To fight with courage not showing fear and for displaying loyalty always so solemn. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 30, 2020

One's environment can go a long way toward determining how honesty, dignity and integrity can affect your professional performance. Yours, Officer Cook, were all heroic, all truthful, faithfully trustworthy as you defended Dade County's prosperity and security. A man on a journey never forgotten for humility sprinkled throughout humanity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Conviction, character and commitment can turn the tides of terror and tyranny.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 30, 2020

Never relax nor take for granted what the good Lord has bestowed upon you. Have faith and devotion in all your efforts. Be sincere and consideration will allow you the peace of mind to provide the necessary safety, security and basic freedom of movement. You did a superb job bringing calmness to all Dade County and to mankind in general, Officer Cook. A man who was born of good ethics and came from a peaceful home of love and yearning. All of that is certainly missed today as you continue being missed by all. The heavens above hold the heart and soul of an esteemed and a most treasured angel. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 30, 2020

Pressure builds and all seems insurmountable. Never giving up nor conceding to evil, you kept your wits and cool about you, Officer Cook, everyday during a storied life and solid career built with honor, truth and trust. The people of Dade County were vitally important and for having the essential integrity and dignity may you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 30, 2020

You steer a wheel hoping your vehicle will keep its proper course. You navigate dignity, honesty and integrity praying that your sense of purpose will never deviate. Your values, ideals and principles, Officer Cook, were all heroically geared toward avoiding mayhem, bedlam and confusion that violence builds. Never forgotten and solemnly saluted for efficient endeavor and for having an energetic heart and soul. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 30, 2020

A suit of serenity and a bundle of courage sure can travel a long way. During your life and career, Officer Cook, Dade County was assembled with esteem, loyalty and acumen all based upon what true heroism and honoe bring to a most important position of integrity and dignity. Violence and evil shall never tarnish nor uproot the very foundations of a sacred life and noble career.Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 30, 2020

Conformity can have its complexities. Observing, maintaining and possessing honesty, dignity and integrity have their issues and yet as a hero of humility, Officer Cook, you kept your pulse upon a community that has honored and revered your humane heart and soul, character and commitments all inclusive. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 30, 2020

A smile that goes a long way can indicate a cheerful personality. You were serious minded, Officer Cook, regarding your position as a Dade County police officer. Honesty and heroism to be eternally cherished. Peace and liberty through your unselfish sacrifice and for having responsible dignity and integrity may Our Creator bless your unwavering and valiant heart and soul of compassion. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 30, 2020

Ultimately God determines our directions, destinies and fates where goodness meets up with terror. Sadly, you paid the price,Officer Cook, a dear one to keep trouble away from Dade County citizens. Your honor and drive, dignity,integrity and maturity all very decent and dedicated. Never forgotten and honored for resourcefulness and diligence all handled with affection and humane respect. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2020

The stars are lit brightly as the sun burns wonderfully. Your heart and soul, Officer Cook, are forever within the hearts of your adoring family as they march onward with your heroic legacy guiding them as you protected Dade County with the utmost faith and resilience of dignity, integrity and humble honor. Your career and life was taken too soon. Many more happier days and years lied ahead. Twenty-five years of virtue and valor,commitment to excellence and goodwill. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2020

They don't just throw you on the streets. Not until you pass many oral and physical tests of stamina and mental acruity. You passed the biggest challenge, Officer Cook and it was not the least mind boggling. Keeping honesty, integrity and dignity all in your heroic heart while defending our serenity and hope in Dade County. The skies above contain your heavenly soul and humanely sacred spirit. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2020

Being durable means being accountable. You possessed marvelous character and honesty, Officer Cook. Heroic and dignified, a gentleman of integrity who served Dade County with poignant and solemn respect and efficiency. Always treasured and cherished. Civilization lost a man of stature and courage who gave his heart to secure a sense of purpose and by having passion you certainly will remain blessed forevermore. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2020

Advice shall make one stronger. Versatility makes integrity and honor humbly rise to the top of heroic dignity. Dade County was hoisted upon your broad shoulders, Officer Cook and nothing you did but save lives while giving your own making your family might proud of you. An angel soaring higher in humility every second. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Everyone who knew you, Officer Cook, wished you were healthy and happily here today.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2020

Good cheer and goodwill were offered by you, Officer Cook, each day you greeted Dade County folks. Your personality and conduct were always there ready to defend whatever came your way. Honesty and intelligence all combined with unrelenting integrity and dignity to make peace and liberty a staple of life. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2020

Your earthly accomplishments have been praised and rewarded in the heavens above, Officer Cook. Forever a Dade County hero of wisdom,clarity and vision all clear and all distinctly humble. Your gallant character and smile at least allowed the residents to live freer and more together. Dignity and integrity riding down those trails and tracks of your unselfish tenacity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2020

You accepted whatever assignments came your direction, Officer Cook. Yourcompass took your heart and virtual soul around Dade County to combat and ward off evil. A man of genuine interest whose honesty, dignity and integrity intercepted any violence making humility and peace greater to behold and to revere. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2020

Excellence was your ability, Officer Cook. Abstinence can make a heart grow fonder. And surely Dade County won't overlook a devoted hero of truth and trust whose integrity, dignity and respect were above reproach. Forwever civil and morally sound. Cornerstones will laid down for a sounder and quieter future for all Dade County and humanity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2020

The adequacy of all public servants has to be way above in honor, dignity and integrity. To battle and fight evil, to restore law and order you must as you were, Officer Cook, be level minded and with character. Dade County faced danger and adversity and your humane and heroic career prevented more undue harm to your comrades and the citizens. You cannot forget one who is loyal, faithful and diligent. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2020

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