Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, May 16, 1979
Reflections for Police Officer William Coleman Cook
Officer Cook, you were a humble, admired and very esteemed Dade County hero who never shirked nor deflected responsibility. You went to that scene on May 16, 1979 as you went to countless other scenes and acquitted yourself with dignity, integrity and the stellar character that has made you a legend to be solemnly and fondly so duly honored. Resolve and resiliency as well as anyone can expect. Badge#1664 did yeoman service bringing transparency to a region and community where your mortal soul is always going to be revered. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 13, 2019
The ceiling is surely raised in honesty and in courage. You raised the level of heroism and professionalism here in Dade County by far, Officer Cook, with your acumen, integrity and humble dignity. All the endeavors poured into your labors of love to quell violence. The terrible obstacle toward peace and freedom. You certainly are missed as is your welcoming character, charm and charisma all directed into a goodwill for humanity. You stayed the tracks of tenacity while out patrolling for evil. Never more remembered and saluted for diligence. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 13, 2019
Police work deals with all kinds of various situations and their different circumstances. All you did day in and day out was hold your own in dignity, honesty and integrity, Officer Cook. This is all any department can expect from law abiding and brave women and men. Dade County lost more than a hero that day. It lost the heart and soul of the Central Division, a man firmly capable of calming and distributing peace and security to a community who continue spaying respect and homage to. You cherished your roles and tasks of resiliency, effort and by virtue of your unwavering and unselfish humility can those flames of fire and fierceness be extinguished forever. Our Maker has your very special soul of mercy and grace, Officer Cook, overlooking His mountains of heroic angels. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 12, 2019
The ball of boldness and bravery must never be dropped. The baton surely must be passed on at some point in time and though it was much too early, hopefully those serving today will remember your much loved and heroic legacy, Officer Cook. The honor, faith and trust that preserved the quality of life for all Dade County folks. A spirit of appreciation never to be bally hood. A gentle soul whose kindness and goodwill reflected your most sincere and humble environment. A warrior of character and crystal clear wisdom, vision and clarity never to be overlooked. You are to be lovingly honored and revered for giving your life to save others including your beloved and esteem comrades. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 12, 2019
Gallantry glistens while bragging only produces smoke and mirrors. Nothing better than being a cherished and reverently respected gentleman of grace and humility. Officer Cook, Dade County was under your tender and humble care, concern , compassion and consideration during your watch and now that you are in heaven watching over us, please utilize every drop of dignity and integrity to help those serving to stem the tide of terror. Nothing is more important obviously than returning to your family safe and sound. treasured and loyal until your last breath. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 12, 2019
Cowards don't know the term boldness for their brazen acts of wickedness spark more disturbing evil and destruction than we could ever imagine. You acquitted yourself very excellently, Officer Cook. Dade County was rescued from the clutches of an evil man with more than a passing tendency to commit mayhem and violence. Your blessed name and honorable service, Officer Cook, has been paid homage to and for having integrity and dignity, God will surely bless your mortal soul even more. Character and politeness share equal responsibility in guarding the public from impending disaster. And no doubt your heroic actions staved off more harm. You made the ultimate sacrifice for peace and serenity to march forward, shame God did not have it in His plans for your journeys to continue to a more completed fruition. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 12, 2019
The shelters of hope and renewal are always open in Our Master's fraternal home of heroism and perfection. Bravery and trust speak louder now than ever before. Your sincerity and acumen, Officer Cook, contributed to mankind being protected and served by a most faithful patriot. heroic and honorable, diligent and most vigilant in times of crises. Surely, Dade County was experiencing a most trying day on May 16, 1979 and there you were, Officer Cook, with your principles and scruples in tact saving the citizens and those colleagues who worked along side of you. Never forgotten and etched in your family and comrades' memories forevermore. Enhancement and enrichment live on because of public servants such as your humble self, Officer Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 12, 2019
Where there is a torrential downpour of violence there must be a supportive gathering of honest and decently hard working public servants who are willing to steer peace and prosperity back into the hearts and souls of mankind. An admirable man who was dedicated and devoted to his community here in Dade County, you'll fondly be remembered not just noted, Officer Cook, for having the dignity and integrity to participate in all of your department's pursuits of some semblance of safety for humanity. A hero through and through, nothing more truthful than a soul whose cherished loyalty remains saluted and so humanely honored. Fighting crime is never simple nor is it for a faint of heart individual. Your career and life, Officer Cook, delivered the recipe for resolve and goodwill administered to all society as you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. God has the character, the commitment and the convictions to excellence and pride.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 12, 2019
An avalanche of grief, agony, misery and sorrow seems to engulf our world with all the trappings of terror, evil, violence and wickedness that at times seems too overwhelming for the most sophisticated, versatile and honorable public servant. When you patrolled Dade County, Officer Cook, never better work, never finer discipline and humbly heroic decency. The scales of justice always were balanced fairly and in a most trusted way. You sacrificed your life, Officer Cook, character, grace and integrity for humanity's well being never to be set aside nor forgotten. A hero of virtue and foundations, the cornerstones for a peaceful and safer environment. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 11, 2019
The terrains are slicked by some serious violence and its associated evil. All you were doing, Officer Cook, was your job on behalf of Dade County and its loyal people. A scoundrel of an individual Mr. Pearsall and yourself, Officer Cook, it's a crying tragedy he did not ponder nor contemplate his ignominious behavior against a decent man of principles, honor and trust whose integrity and dignity filled our world with much happiness and peace for twenty-five years, six of which were given and in laying down your career and life of character, commitment to excellence and humility in being heroic, may your soul be blessed and extra specially rewarded in those sacred gates of prestige and courage. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The valleys are high and the views from God's splendid mountains beautiful. Always regarded and highly treasured.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 11, 2019
Conjecture and speculation are opinions and facts bare out the truth behind one's sacred trust and honest humility. Your tenacity, Officer Cook, was born in your unwavering esteem and bravery, the actions heroic and resourceful that mended the fences in Dade County where those whom you served were given some balance and renewed sense of awareness and safety for their pursuits of happiness, tranquility and prosperity to reach higher. A man on a golden mission on behalf of mankind, goodwill, Officer Cook, trailed your every movement and your sterling and pristine character never any better. A legend of crystal clear vision, inspiring wisdom and clarity and charm conveyed like no other. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 11, 2019
Flailing away only does just that. It's found in loyalty and in the battlelines where honesty, integrity and dignity is corroborated. Never a better young man, never a more gentle approach with concern, caring and consideration. Your career, Officer Cook, preserved the humility and custody of Dade County. Peace, harmony and stability brought on by your humble and humanely heroic actions. Humility and destiny were surely not frittered away. The good resources of resolve, clarity and wisdom assisted your eyes in guiding you through terror and evil. Saluted and solemnly etched in our hearts and minds. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 11, 2019
The trajectories of tenacity can torpedo most violence and evil launched its way. Your unrelenting and unending goodwill, honor and dignity allowed Dade County residents, Officer Cook, to live their lives with integrity and character just as you possessed and maintained your entire life. One sadly cut down by a monster's evil actions. Yours were heroic and gallant, the struggles continue today for our society, with your mortal soul looking down from heaven maybe those who serve and protect will offer the same yeoman like job as you performed. Humble, resolute and never more clearer. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 11, 2019
Humility warms the hearts of humanity. It stifles whatever resistance evil and violence try to push through. Dade County had an esteemed and most humbly respected hero in you, Officer Cook. Never any questions about your goals and efforts of honor, integrity and dignity put forth to unearth a giant of an albatross. You saved lives and through your inner strength and courageous heart of gold may your soul of character and resiliency be blessed abundantly. He or she who gives back to their community and sacrifices their life will receive their heroic reward. Eternity is that hallowed place of perfection where the serene and humble sleep soundly without pain of harm. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 10, 2019
Humanity dictates safe havens and the peaceful movements of all people. Your life was the example, Officer Cook, of an honorable and well respected public servant here in Dade County and around our country. You took your training and lessons to heart bringing safe harbors to those whom you served and for having the consistency of courage, dignity and integrity shall Our Maker bless your humble and humanely heroic soul of compassion. Violence is a character not to be toyed or fooled around. Saluted and gallantly honored for legendary leadership, meaningful motivation and a desirable determination. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 10, 2019
Torment and terror pitch their tents of turmoil and when they do police must be prepared to tear down their outposts of unending evil. An adversary so vastly destructive it was your humbling appearance that day and everyday, Officer Cook, that made that distinct difference here in Dade County. The presence of perseverance, the awareness, the dignity and integrity of a nobly honored soul. It all helped reign in mischief and mayhem while residents could see the lights of serenity and safe havens. Your character and humility won't ever be forgotten and neither will your peaceful spirit of resolve and goodwill. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 10, 2019
Faith and firmness surely bring trust and trust to those who honor their Creator. You honored mankind, Officer Cook, along with your parents whose raised two great children. You dignified your integrity and brought pride to the world by lending a helping hand to humanity by bringing back security, unity and peace of mind to Dade County folks. Remembered as a hero and fondly etched in our memories for character and conviction that never relented. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your unassuming goodwill brought a renewed sense of gratitude and awareness.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 10, 2019
A person with an attitude cannot have fortitude. But surely, ferocity and tenaciousness can travel with a brave and honored soul so long as integrity, character and dignity fortify one's conquests. Solving crime and resolving conflict is certainly never easy and sometimes things slip right through our very fingers. Your career and life, Officer Cook, marked an important period of time in which you served and protected all Dade County with the richness of enhancement and endearing yourself to those whom you held so dear to you.You remain cherished and respected, your memory won;t be forgotten nor will your humility which placed goodwill back into the hearts of your community where Badge#1664 is well thought of and remains legendary for your unselfish heroism. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 10, 2019
Research is the best tool to look back into history. When a good man is suddenly taken from his loved ones and colleagues we mourn his loss. your loss, Officer Cook, was terribly tragic and Dade County's citizens have missed your presence. A bright smile, yet a man with much honor and humbleness who battled the forces of evil with superior dignity, integrity and the character of heroic ingenuity. Never forgotten and solemnly honored for dealing with strife. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 10, 2019
Desire, devotion, dedication and determination all dignity decency which you possessed an inordinance of, Officer Cook. Confident and yet humble, honorable and admired for the profession you chose to become. Wisdom and vision clarify a person's pursuits and yours, Officer Cook, benefitted Dade County beyond any measure of success you achieved. Humanity has missed your smile and faithfulness as God has blessed your heroically mortal soul of stability. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The truth and trust shall triumph terror and torment.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 10, 2019
The boards are covered with bravery, boldness and sure heroic honesty. Dade County was forever blanketed by your unwavering and very undying integrity and dignity, Officer Cook, which assisted your pursuits of violence as you were in the process of stopping a cruel man from harming more innocent people. The esteem and appreciation of your community, Officer Cook, as you were a loyal and treasured comrade whose concerns went above the bounds of your responsibilities. A man with character whose humbleness and humane principles and decencies are sealed in everybody's hearts and prayers. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 10, 2019
The throngs of people who paid honor and respect to you, Officer Cook, was clearly the dignity and integrity by which your outstanding character represented all Dade County. Humility and civility restoring peace and prosperity throughout a community that continues its pursuits of quiet while you humbly went after evil and gave your soul of serenity for aspirations and dreams to travel onward. Saluted and honored for heroic work. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 10, 2019
The fearless courage, the humane side of honor and heroism all right there over forty some years ago responding to a serious domestic episode and giving your life and career for all Dade County citizens and your praiseworthy colleagues of dignity, integrity and character. The kind of heart warming character and resolve loyally demonstrated by yourself, Officer Cook. Officers must race and respond quickly to calls as they are dispatched to a various location. Trouble runs and flees but not before leaving violence and ruination in its wake. Humanity was heroically honored by your fortitude and amazing graces, Officer Cook. Twenty-five years of your life dedicated to service and the exclamation points of proficiency, perseverance and very prudent and practical values and ideals meant to enhance the sanctity of civilization. Where you forever rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero is where heroes and their personalities of ingenuity, intuition and relevant intelligence all sleep soundly with their mortal souls of serenity and affection being blessed, rewarded and sheltered from anymore harm. Keep God's perpetual lights shining down on us, Officer Cook. Our friend, warrior and hero of mankind.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 9, 2019
Relive. Relate. Reminisce. Remember. You can never forget a hero's expertise's of resourcefulness, resiliency and resolve. They reveal the story of honor, humility and most importantly total and unselfish heroism. Straight from your serene and humble heart, Officer Cook. The esteem of Dade County rested squarely on your broad shoulders that had courage and the tenets of tenacity, faith and optimistic goodwill. It brought you closer to those very battles over adversity where your morals, mettle and character were called upon to act decisively as you always performed. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Ice cream and pie are great snacks. Bravery and boldness do more than band society together.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 9, 2019
Those furnaces are ablaze waiting to destroy evil,violence and wickedness that leaves its nastiest of impressions upon society. Chilling and ghastly, yet with your humane and humbly heroic honesty, Officer Cook, did you begin to tear away at its roots. Dignified and totally resourceful, your integrity and character won't ever be overlooked by Dade County and its people. The hopeful goodwill created the bonds of gallantry and good grace. Surely and certainly will humanity remember and salute your memory as God blesses and rewards your gentle soul and compassionate heart. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The wicked will succumb to their sinister ways while the righteous will reveal in their courage.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 9, 2019
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