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

July is nearing an end. The summer swelter will too finish. May 16, 1979 was a day your family, Dade County and your esteemed peers will never forget. You gave a sacrifice on our behalf, Officer Cook, blessed by God's perfect eyes and rightful thoughts to preserve the dignity and the integrity of life so profound and so holy. Seeing as a hero that your devoutness carried everything you represented, it is always going to be tragic that you were not allowed to see things through and to cherish life with your beloved Karen, your soulmate. We salute you, Officer Cook, your virtue,vision and valor all now eternally consumated in heaven where you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 27, 2020

A cat supposedly has nine lives. We as human beings have just one precious one complete with a heart to beat, a brain to wonder and a soul of mercy and compassion. When any part does not function properly well that' s not good. You had a strong heart, Officer Cook, one that served and protected all Dade County with fortitude and resolve like no other. Your humane and humbly heroic honesty, integrity and dignity was usurped by a mad man. Who got his punishment while you have been receiving a sacred reward and continued blessings of praise for your persevering character given to mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 27, 2020

Ferocity gentle and strong. Tenacity firm yet unyielding. Surely as the winds blow here in Dade County your beloved and heroic soul, Officer Cook, has been greatly felt. For its integrity, character and dignity enhanced our stability and sacred means of harmony. To journey without harm only the happiest of times. Violence should not have taken you from your family, colleagues and society at an early age. There was much more left to fulfill. The hopes, dreams and aspirations are now forever inspirations. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 27, 2020

Society cannot succumb to this serious evil. Our world has many fine and sensational public servants who develop their talents and have such honored tenacity to help lessen this issuewith violence. Your integrity, wisdom and dignity, Officer Cook, helped to propel your faithful missions of heroic resolve and character. You are not forgotten and may your sweet soul rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Dade County has the torch passed down from you,Officer Cook, to others. Dedication and determination are a vital ingredient of your intuitive legacy.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 26, 2020

Reaction must be just right if wickedness is to be taken off the streets. A pursuer of peace and honesty, your goodwill and good nature, Officer Cook, helped to implant heroic integrity, character and dignity within the hearts of Dade County people never to be tarnished and only fondly saluted for its valor and vigilance. A badge and uniform worn according to standards and scruples of trust and truth. The two fighters of justice. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 26, 2020

Contemplation requires the hope, faith and the goodwill of humanity. To think, ponder and comprehend your daily challenges is an awesome burden not too many want to entertain. Unwavering, unselfish and steady in your heroic responsibilities, Officer Cook, you kept an open eye over the residents of Dade County with acertain special charm and virtue. It was dignity and integrity proving themselves as one unit. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 26, 2020

Pretzels and bagels are delicious. What is better would be for evil and violence to be permanently eradicated from mankind. No more peril and serious mayhem. With shining heroism, humble honor, humane respect and dignity, it will forever be yourintegrity and congenial manner that will be celebrated and poignantly remembered for coming to aid the citizens whom you served loyally and your fellow officers who were spared more harm by virtue of your caring and passionate heart. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 26, 2020

Remarkable and most resourceful, your cherished searches for harmony and humility, Officer Cook, will forever be esteemed and so richly honored for a man's honesty, dignity and integrity assisted you in your enhancement of mankind to be sacredly paid solemn homage. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Dade County has not overlooked nor forgotten Badhe#1664, decent and dedicated to fighting adversity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 26, 2020

Conflicts need resolving. Honor, integrity and dignity need humbleness to carry out their pursuits in life. Your pride and perseverance, Officer Cook, helped you provide peace and stability to all Dade County. Always willing to pitch in, your character,charm and commitment shall be saluted for their sterling roles. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 26, 2020

Revered but gallant. Reserved yet resilient. Never one to falter or give up hope, you made our community here in Dade County quiet and safer by your professional honor, character and integrity. Dignity is not just a bridesmaid through danger and peril. Heroism is steered and directed by those who take the horse by its strap and your successes my neighbor, friend and hero shall rest in peace with your treasured soul of ingenuity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 26, 2020

A life and career of love and wonderful pursuits of heavenly tranquility all attained through honesty, integrity and a healthy dose of dignity and consideration. Dade County was watched and preserved by a most nobel man of heroism and endearment not to be forgotten, Officer Cook. You gave your family pride and accomplishment to be etched in their loving hearts. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 26, 2020

Science is for the brainy. Serenity and security are for the peaceful and caring. Dade County was your loving esteem, effort, honor and respect, Officer Cook, it's where your dignity and integrity stood face to face with adversity. You'll always be revered and saluted for humility given squarely to society. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 26, 2020

The dust of the earth is where a person's being goes when they pass. Your virtually heroic soul, Officer Cook, went right back to Our Creator's for serving Dade County with loyal esteem, honesty and dignity all with stellar integrity. A serenely sacred soul of a born leader to be saluted. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 25, 2020

What makes a good leader? To be the first follower. You make a teacher by being willing to learn. You can direct others by being a follower. You surely led Dade County as a hero of honor, humility andthe integrity of having dignity while providing peace, Officer Cook. A man ofcharacter and respect not to be forgotten. Motivation to sanctity and principles held close to your beloved family's heart. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 25, 2020

Surgery is what doctors perform to make a patient feel better. Serenity and safety are the most sincerest actions taken by all honored and duly noted public servants of pride, values and integrity. Dade County was your sector, Officer Cook, where the total package of effort, respect and admiration all travelled as one element. What a man and what a classy gentleman of bravery, faith and ferocity. Always well liked, grateful and humanely humble. A servant who prided himself in taking charge andin leading other fine fellow comrades through misery's windows. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 24, 2020

The air is filled with emotional tones from terror and needs to be free from this obstacle to serenity. You just performed and did your best to shake Dade County loose from this, Officer Cook and give it people the much required elements to a safer future. All your dignity, integrity and surely honorable character remains treasured and most appreciated. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Valiant and visionary beyond the scopes of your missions to a brighter tomorrow one that would have been more celebrated if you were here. God's taking care of you and your folks as you sleep soundly in your faith and devotion to mankind.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 24, 2020

Violence creates those close shaves. Once an act is done it usually cannot be taken back. That day you sacirificed yourlife for Dade County was tragic, Officer Cook. Heroism and honesty will be saluted as much as your undying integrity and dignity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 24, 2020

You taught and preached the New Testament just as you practiced and trained vigilantly for your public service roles preserving Dade County and its citizens, Officer Cook. Forever a battling hero so ready and able to dignity society with your unselfish integrity and smiling face. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 24, 2020

Resolve cannot be missing and neither can honesty, dignity and integrity. Your place in Dade County police history is heroically secure. Your projects of perseverance and proficiency were certainly energetic and never more saluted than ever. Trust and truth were your peaceful goodwill and admired hope for humanity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 24, 2020

The flags fly proudly and just as eagles soar high so does your heavenly honorable soul of esteem, Officer Cook. Dignity,integrity and heroically humble character and staunch commitments to Dade County and its people. You did the work of Our Creator my neighbor, friend and hero, rest in peace. Your heart and soul followed those glorious paths and trails of truth and justice.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 24, 2020

He or she who humbles their community in service is humane and too humbled in integrity and dignity. Their character and commitment stands as a basis for why they are honored when they give their lives and careers for a mission in mind. Your legacy, Officer Cook, is why Dade County residents salute your respect, reverence and wholesome resolve. Peace and unity always undertaken with acumen and mature intentions. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 24, 2020

The multitudes in Dade County called out for you, Officer Cook, your family and their hero of ingenuity and integrity whose earthly missions have been remembered for their humility and serious courage to be revered for eternity. Never a greater man who gave his life for his community and fellow colleagues. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Diligent and deliberate. A gentleman gallant and glib, never untruthful nor distrusted.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 24, 2020

With a sanctuary of serenity, security and safety, your journeys around Dade County, Officer Cook, were all desirable and most dignified. So much love and admiration, dedication and integrity that compliments honesty and goodwill. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 24, 2020

O God of compassion who has dealt with me according to my honesty and humility, who brought my heart and soul into a humanity of toil and tribulation, you have been my direction and companion as I protected Dade County with energy and tireless dignity and integrity, watch over me. Your inthe comapany of heroic angels, Officer Cook. Their unwavering spirits have been transformed into God's humbly respected charactersof faithfulness and resounding resolve. May we be rewarded for our purposes sacred and humane. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 24, 2020

Those dependable and reliable shall receive their heavenly bounties. Yours, Officer Cook, was heroically and most astute. For having composure and character, may honesty, integrity and dignity rest in peace along with your beloved soul my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 24, 2020

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