Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, May 16, 1979
Reflections for Police Officer William Coleman Cook
A darling son, a devoted husband, a doting uncle and a very heroic family member who is missed beyond any measure of words. Steady and humble come to mind along with dignified and a man of character and honesty whose integrity battled with every last beat of your heart. A caring and beloved officer who never sought the limelight and who built a reputation with Dade County citizens. Officer Cook, you will forever be a hero, so unique and yet mindful of good manners, courtesy and the efforts put forth to curb unfathomable acts of violence. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 15, 2020
Consolation does not completely heal all wounds. Those gaping holes within your family, Officer Cook, may have been patched a bit, your loss still stings and hurts. Dade County I'd like to think has revered, remembered and respected your undying and unselfish character, honor and the morals that open those ledgers of integrity and dignity. The battles keep on brewing. The wars are quite unwelcome and downright rude to humanity. The fights are surely not fickle, as you just had to acquit yourself with as much acumen and common sense as you had in your very mature heart of humbleness. The tears I'm sure keep flowing. memories of your life though short lived are there for your beloved family, peers and close personal friends to cherish. Relish those humanely heroic moments with a most loyal, esteemed and trusted Godsend whose soul carries with it the light to keep the flames of motivation and dedication alive in eternity where perfection is located. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A man of faith whose principles never wavered.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 15, 2020
The yokes, onuses, responsibilities and burdens all were wrapped tightly around your heroic shoulders, Officer Cook, to help carry the central Division. To keep us safe in Dade County and to prevent abominable acts of vile and disrespectful behavior. For maintaining dignity,integrity and respect does Our Lord shield your immortal soul of humility and noble deeds. Forever etched into your family's hearts and minds never to be forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Resolve rested within Badge#1664.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 15, 2020
Bonds of boldness, brave honor, humble heroics, they all went to work to avoid and protect Dade County from evil. Your life and missions, Officer Cook, were indeed a blessing. Men and women of character, commitment to excellence, convictions all trustworthy and truthful to be solemnly honored for generations to come. It's the tranquility and the outstanding work you produced day after day that has your soul of sacred measures rewarded. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 15, 2020
Furthering our peaceful journeys, it was your unselfish heroism and the highest of honor, Officer Cook, that forever bridged those gaps where serenity and safety are essential for Dade County to continue to prosper fruitfully and with humility. Your dignity and inspiring integrity are to be nobly saluted and so duly honored. You made a solemn affirmation to serve loyally and remain a very cherished and respected gentleman. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 15, 2020
Your smile and good humor, Officer Cook, are surely and certainly very much missed. Your mother passed last year and I'm sure all these years after your death she had missed you tremendously. Her darling, beloved and heroic son who sacrificed his life for Dade County to live peacefully, humbly and with a renewed sense of kindred spirit. If Mr. Pearsall had only thought before he discharged your friend, Officer Keith Di Genova's weapon that very tragic day in Liberty City the circumstance and whole account would have been much different. Your heroic honor, integrity and dignity assisted you in serving as a much dedicated, devoted an done sure fire determined young man. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Humility,sanctity and nobility all seated by God's throne's of truth and trust to the left and right. Nothing but eternal perfection to compliment the many angels of courage and commitment. Your father, mother and yourself, Officer Cook, reunited forever in the palms of Our Lord.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 14, 2020
Our futures would be made brighter if all the angels of bravery were alive and present with their loved ones. God has graduated and uplifted their souls of honor and dignity to heaven where perfect integrity and character was never better. You will be revered as a Dade County hero of humbleness forever, Officer Cook, where life, joy and health were where you accentuated your patrols to see this miserable evil done away with finally. You tried and performed in a special way with virtue and vigor all vitally relevant. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Heroism lives in your family's hearts forevermore.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 14, 2020
Those snakes in the grass pop up and shake the fear out of all citizens. You were relentless and fierce in all your pursuits, Officer Cook, never a worry regarding your upstanding reverence and respect for honesty, dignity and the assurances of integrity. Great character and stellar principles that saw security placed firmly on those maps of mettle and morals. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 14, 2020
Starting later this year your department, Officer Cook, will have an elected sheriff and many other various changes. But nothing that ever will endanger society and its folks. Dade County depended upon your truth and loyalty to see justice and dignity until its closure whenever peace was compromised. Never a more devoted man whose journeys ended way too soon but you remain fondly honored. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 14, 2020
The job has its tasks and assignments that differ everyday. The obstacles of peril and danger are still lurking . It was yourself, Officer Cook, a trusted and loyal gentleman of humility, dignity and integrity that interceded on behalf of Dade County. Honored and humble. As a heroic soul may your spirit of resolve and character fly with every angel in heaven while looking down upon your department and family. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 14, 2020
Terror is that violent storm that just charges in without warning uprooting life and property. You were a very good man, Officer Cook, brave and honored, whose heroism and respect forever changed the landscape of Dade County. You'll always be noted for exemplary care, pride in wearing a crisp and pristine uniform of conviction and commitment to morals and ethics. You are to be sacredly saluted and solemnly honored for true professional service. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 14, 2020
Nothing is a cinch, even keeping honorable and resolute. Police are human beings and have faults though their lives and careers must be above par excellence regarding dignity and the integrity of one's humbly heroic character. All the evidence you were the consummate and loyal servant , Officer Cook, who ventured on into Dade County to reclaim the serenity and safety that belongs to the residents. Never more treasured and always humane and giving. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 14, 2020
A refreshing source of personality and that beautiful smile that is greatly missed forever. Honesty, dignity and integrity were you best of colleagues, Officer Cook, whenever Dade County needed your inspiring ingenuity and thoughtful intuition. The wars continue onward and it's your character, truth and trust that have made your legacy of heroism shine on up in those deep blue skies. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Serenity and harmony will be that trademark that enhances our world.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 13, 2020
When wild stallions are free to run loose no one knows where they will head. When evil, terror and wickedness runs rampant all good servants are dispatched to answer in the name of stability and freedom. You were a courageous man of mettle, no doubt honesty, respect and integrity allowed you, Officer Cook, the sacred and humble opportunity to serve Dade County most heroically. The effort and resolve never waning. Diligence and vigilance lend credence to one's boldness and humility. Our Master has a flock of that in His eternal home where angels roam, soar and humbly encircle those pearly gates of gallantry. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 13, 2020
A very unselfish public servant giving Dade County every bit of energy from your caring and considerate heart of gold. A warrior of honor and dignity embracing the challenges that police work and its burdens place on one's heroic shoulders of serenity. You were the consummate professional, Officer Cook, dearly beloved by your family and cherished by your peers. All of your journeys and missions on behalf of mankind have been humbly safe guarded in heaven where never anything will harm you again. When police face evil there is no telling the outcome only of course that you would have survived that day and lived to see your retirement. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 13, 2020
The motto of the marines is the few and proud. pride sometime has to be put aside in order for integrity, dignity and honorable humility to summon its traits to battle evil. Your life and career serving Dade County, Officer Cook, was legit and genuine. A real humble man with undying, unwavering and relentless pursuits of tranquility and togetherness. Your commitment to excellence and pride are all a very distinct part of your heroic legacy to be revered, respected, treasured and greatly admired. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 13, 2020
The day of calling arrives when we least expect it to. You were a fine young man, Officer Cook, a real honored hero here in Dade County whose unselfish desire and leadership allowed other brave and decent servants to witness true resolve, trusted character, morally desired dignity and the integrity focused on fighting off violence and evil. Humility right from your sacred heart. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 13, 2020
A servant prepare for the humble and honorable distinction of making society more safe and harmonious. You made Dade County and its residents lives matter most, Officer Cook, dignified and heroic, fierce and respected. God has your heart, soul and character right where it can walk that perfect beat. Always honored and saluted for bravery and responsibility the humane way. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 13, 2020
One day, just one day, terror, torment and turmoil will forever face permanent expulsion from society. You did all you could, Officer Cook, to stop a seriously wayward man. Everything going good for you and Karen, your family and professional colleagues who all shared the same goals to eliminate violence here in Dade County. You were a very honorable, dignified and cordial man of integrity, Officer Cook, a hero whose legacy will forever be marked by passion and preservation that warrants homage and brave salutes. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Preparing your life for facing danger and peril requires an exhaustive endeavor, always a spirit of virtue and adventure. As you soar high in God's pearliest of gates may your soul be extra blessed, it was very instrumental and special in battling adversity.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 12, 2020
Evil must be imploded and just done away with. The gutless routes of senseless violence must be striped of their callous authority in order for mankind to live humbly and righteous once more. Your wisdom and wealth of honor, versatility and diligence to integrity and dignity meant the safe travels and navigations of Dade County folks, Officer Cook, would be protected for a slong as you valiantly patrolled its corridors and various spots. Never forgotten, cherished and respected for heroism and sanctity place damong humanity's posts of perseverance. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 12, 2020
Angels are those honored and respected servants who have served and gave their lives of humility so honor and dignity may freely move around civilization. Dade County and its folks cherished your personality and appearances everyday, Officer Cook and have not forgotten your undying heroism and displays of devotion, dedication and most steadfast determination. Always you will be revered for coming in and rescuing those from fear and peril. Heaven has the keys to those who sacrificed and may their souls be abundantly blessed for giving their resolutions to make society at ease once again. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 12, 2020
Your proverbial beat now eternally served in heaven, Officer Cook, could not be more heroic and humble, pristine. The lessons and messages are clear your life, Officer Cook, was vitally important and shall be humanely paid homage to for saving life, protecting those in fear. You captured the hearts and minds of your family most beloved, close personal friends and your entire department who has mourned your character and mettle all from your caring heart. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 12, 2020
More gain and less pain would be preferred for society. The issues today are many and still hope and resolve still may be lacking. You , Officer Cook, did the very best you could everyday of your humble and dignified life and honorable career. A man of great magnitude doing an outstanding job to remove the obstacles to peace and delivering some sense of tranquility. Dade County honors your wisdom and clear vision that were the very pillars to a brighter tomorrow. Never forgotten and very admired and revered. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 12, 2020
Earth shall be a venue of virtue, hope, peace and the goodwill of honored and heroicallyhumbly servants who strive for liberty and unity for humanity. A spirit of kinship that should never wane. Integrity and respect do go hand in hand with character and dignity in battling evil. You ascribed to these very precious morals and ideals, Officer Cook and Dade County's citizens were given every chance to live freely and in togetherness. Your heroic resolve and convictions were all transparent and there was never a shadow of doubt regarding your blessed name and treasured soul. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 12, 2020
The world should honor all law enforcement personnel but sadly that is not the case. For a young and very mature man, Officer Cook, you pursued peace for Dade County and its folks in a very cheirshed and honored fashion. No matter the circumstance your undivided, unwavering and unselfish dignity and integrity helped to prevent more chaos that day. The support and heroism you gave your life for mankind, Officer Cook, its character and commitment will be solemnly saluted. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 12, 2020
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