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

Good relations are vital to the success of any mission. Law enforcement demands competency from its brave and devoted souls of honor and reverence. Respect for humanity is what balances out the power. Authority is one thing, modesty is another. You were greatly admired, Officer Cook, for sheltering those living in Dade County with peace and some promise of hope and goodwill. Always the best effort put forth in character's name and in heaven's blessed home. Eternity is where heroes and heroines live on in spirit for giving us the preservation that our universe desperately needs and wants. It can occur only when is loyal and responsible for their roles of justice. Equal and efficient. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 9, 2018

With Thanksgiving fast approaching best to give Our Lord some prayers of thanks for your life, Officer Cook and those of others who have given the ultimate in honor and commitment. Forgot, first Monday is Veteran's Day and we pay homage to those who served and protected us, your father, Charles, may he too rest in peace served diligently as did his cherished and most heroically darling son. Born with class and decency, wisdom and maturity, your travels in and around Dade County were excellently planned and your humbleness and sincerity will never go unappreciated. Someday we might just begin to understand why security and unity, peace and harmony are vital to fruition and success. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 9, 2018

To quash evil you must turn up the volume on tenacity. You must be in sync in common sense and in ingenuity for we understand the values of being fair, open and honest to fresh ideas. Your faithfulness and resolve, Officer Cook, came in the nick of time that day in Dade County, but than again so did your character, dignity and integrity everyday and that is why you have been and continue to be so honored for heroism and having the stellar humility to keep battling violence. Those dangers you faced squarely and never gave in to that man's evil. It's sad you could not be with your family, though they know for the skies above you are looking down on them as they pursue lives of happiness and prosperity. All your life was about helping mankind which is deeply indebted to your unselfish sacrifice. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 9, 2018

Divinity and bravery are forever linked in this war over violence. Its atrocities leave communities such as Thousand Oaks, California reeling from a nightmare of horror. A police sergeant died while trying to save civilians the other night. Please Officer Cook, keep watch over Sgt. Helus and those valiant angels who like yourself served nobly with honor and pride. For having the wisdom, vision, integrity and dignity may God bless your heroic and humane soul of serenity in the heavenly name of peace and unity for all Dade County and humanity in general. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero of loyal and sacred distinction along with the character and principles poured into your labors to fight for our liberties.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 9, 2018

I meant to say, Officer Cook, that bridges and roads were paved by your humbly heroic exploits back during your time. Dade County had a new dawning of sorts as you helped to mold peace and its stability along with your mettle. In the end, it is about the relevance of honor, dignity and integrity that was poured into your labors of love and loyalty. We keep your memories alive and well as does your family and colleagues. Humanity and mankind quenched by your curiosity and more importantly your courage from a heart of caring. Decent and devoted, faithful and feverishly ferocious. Your pursuits of peace, Officer Cook, were your dreams and hopes, just sorry you couldn't see these changes. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Humility recognizes bravery and heroism breeds sanctity and the civility that you brought your community. Saluted and humanely honored for sacrifice and maintaining structure.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 8, 2018

Heroes and heroines fill humanity and their communities with all the undying love and esteem, the humane and humble filling that vacuum with unselfish humility. Your reverence, Officer Cook, helped to counteract the terror and violence permeating in and around Dade County. A man of expression and desire subjecting his will to do the will of God and because of your career and sacrifice, Officer Cook, we can live more peaceful and unified lives. Leisure is just that. Police work consists of values and morals you had that made your soul cherished and we salute your respect and admiration to our society . Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Brides and roads have been paved by your persistence and resolve. Enhancement to be celebrated forever.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 8, 2018

Those who gave their lives before you, Officer Cook, you paid them homage. Now we as a community here in Dade County remembers the special young man you were. A gentleman whose bravery and honored heroism are legendary. It really does take a person of nobility and humility to carry out their duties properly. No one is superior to another officer. Your ingenuity, dignity and integrity made up your unassuming character, Officer Cook, as it led others through the thick and thin of peril. You tried your utmost to restore calm and unity. That is all we could ask for. Humanity calls and those supremely humble respond to the dangers that are out in society. Mankind is indebted to your service. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 8, 2018

The evil and violence are still around. You cannot say there is nothing to do. You must keep fighting, keep battling an d one day we shall all pray that it will abate. You patrolled Dade County and its corridors like a true hero, Officer Cook. Entrusted with many decisions, your quick response to that awful domestic incident on May 16, 1979, made you a hero forever. Honesty, integrity, character and dignity forged those bonds of serenity and safety, although we are a little less safer because of your absence . Nonetheless you will be etched in our hearts for eternity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 8, 2018

Whistle if you must, whispers of honor and courage followed your travels of tenacity in and around Dade County, Officer Cook. We want peace and tranquil times, sadly you cannot always get what you want. The citizens got the finest support and the finest care from a passionately dignified man of character and the highest integrity. Comrades and your family, Officer Cook, remember and pay homage to a hero of humility and humanity's hope for a brighter future. Heroes and heroines do a thankless job and for your resolve and mettle we shall salute your grandest of effort. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2018

Whistle if you must, whispers of honor and courage followed your travels of tenacity in and around Dade County, Officer Cook. We want peace and tranquil times, sadly you cannot always get what you want. The citizens got the finest support and the finest care from a passionately dignified man of character and the highest integrity. Comrades and your family, Officer Cook, remember and pay homage to a hero of humility and humanity's hope for a brighter future. Heroes and heroines do a thankless job and for your resolve and mettle we shall salute your grandest of effort. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2018

The times have changed and yet what always needs refining and polishing are a person's honor, integrity and dignity. If you intend to patrol without these instincts of intellect better forget this challenge and pursue another line of work. Your roles , Officer Cook, were diverse and will never any clearer. Find the problems that danger presents and to amplify peace and accentuate acumen and the consideration that has remained etched in our prayers and hearts. Dade County is a bit less safe, but God has His eyes of perfect site set on those whom you served and partnered with, Officer Cook. Perfect character, staunch commitment and the convictions that desire and decency drive home. Badge#1664 served humanity without a tarnish or spot of indifference. You were and are as cherished now as you were back in 1979. Your mother, Mrs. Julia Cook, if she is still alive and well at one-hundred and three has missed you everyday and knows your unselfish and undying saw your missions and journeys through until Our Master came calling. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The same common sense and aspirations are now soaring like an eagle. The soul of a clearly humane and reverent gentleman.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2018

If you shirk your responsibilities the chances are success will be far away. Well, thank the stars for you, Officer Cook, a top officer and one prized servant of honor, decency and the dignity that carries integrity down those corridors of courage. Your heroic actions that sad day, Officer Cook, were what made you a hero even though the way your you lived your life and composure under trying circumstances won't ever be forgotten. Character in today's civilization can be difficult to locate at times and though we know what energy and tenaciousness you brought, Dade County and its people won't forget their security and peace came at a steep price. Your life, Officer Cook, was transferred to those heavens above where you now have a tougher assignment, observe and give your comrades your blessings from your soul of bravery. Humanity spoke on humility's behalf. The honor roll of heroes and heroines all angels raises the stakes in today's efforts to curb crime and eliminate evil. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Tragedies bring family together during Thanksgiving, your family will pause and remember your wonderfully engaging smile and personal approaches to battling an adversary as enormous as violence can be.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2018

Counting seems like a relatively simple process. Unfortunately, Identifying the right officer from the bad guy there are still sad issues with this area of policing. Still too many loyal and cherished women and men losing their lives because of carelessness. You were a warrior and hero to so many, Officer Cook, a real Godsend to Dade County and its folks who were brought that certain feeling of ferocity, freedom and the unity to champion happiness. Our safety and civility are directly linked to your unwavering sacrifice, Officer Cook, a dedicated man of eternal hope and the goodwill that humanity desperately needs. When character is designed to meet the essentials of our society, it is all we fell is needed for trips and their destinies to march forward. Sadly, yours, Officer Cook, have been forever taken to a higher level where no harm and perfection are the norms. Keep patrolling and watching over your family and comrades. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2018

Those journeys, missions and their pathways are marked with some peril, it's up to that devoted and honorable a
man or woman to navigate around those obstacles. You steered around Dade County, Officer Cook, peacefully pursuing your passions to make the citizens greater in hope, faith and esteem. You were a brave man whose soul of security staying around your family and colleagues forevermore. When you have that certain quality of integrity and dignity one can't go wrong in their pursuits of terror and its associated trouble. Heroic and humane, humble and loyal, communities and their departments could use more brave and valued souls. Principles and ideals can only enhance one's life and yours, Officer Cook, was most heroic and valiant. It has left bridges bonded together and all relationships marching forward. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2018

Never need a datebook to mark your loss, Officer Cook, as with all days of violence that cost us the life of a spirited gentleman and one gallant young man. You led other men and women because of your outstanding leadership and motivational skills. Honesty and reverence, dignity and desire, integrity and ingenuity make up a public servant's directional codes toward courage and your inner humility and civility, Officer Cook, offered Dade County and its residents the hope of goodwill and a little tranquility. Humility is created by Our Lord and for some better take some courses in character, conviction and how to make that unassuming commitment. Righteousness rests in Our Maker's home, your traits and values began at your home and stayed with you, Officer Cook, throughout your wonderful life and a career where you were destined to be at. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2018

Those roads and pavements are marked by indifference and the danger for which one pursues evil. You took opportunity, Officer Cook and made Dade County a safer and more peaceful community all because of your unwavering heroism and the courage that drives honesty, dignity and integrity. All your life and career was spent toiling for trouble and replacing it with happiness and prosperity for all mankind. Humility and fine character will offer the commitments to pride and excellence the chance to create that dent in our society and you continue to be missed, Officer Cook. Saluted for inane wisdom and the valor behind your vision. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 7, 2018

You give your might to upright indignity and you plan and travel on your destinies which define your missions. You took the challenge of police work seriously, Officer Cook and Dade County's own were served with class and the eloquence of the quintessential public servant so full of promise, integrity and the humble honors that were bestowed upon your heavenly soul. Not a day goes by without not thinking of you and your sheer determination to fighting our battles which turned in wars over wickedness. The class of character and the genius of gallantry made you a better man and an even superior hero. Mankind was treated respectfully and with the same dose of humility that all officers must display. Never forgotten and always humbly honored for your unselfish sacrifice. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 6, 2018

Greatness is concealed behind those curtains of courage and conviction and only your prideful and honorable commitment, Officer Cook, helped to steer violence away from the Dade County community where you lived and worked. Your whole career and life was built and bridged around the foundations of ferocity, integrity and the decency that dignity brings to the battle. You are missed very much and your heroism saved countless lives that day and for the character and values you had, Officer Cook, may you blessed name be solemnly remembered. It has been noted and saluted for we find in all brave souls the everlasting fortitude to make things move forward. A good man with a fighting heart your effort and sincerity were always poured into your labors of love. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 6, 2018

So pleasant and typically resourceful, your pathways in life, Officer Cook, should not have been interrupted by evil thirty-nine years ago. Your family and comrades were robbed of a gem of a man whose character, integrity and dignity were on par with your resolve and vision. We pay for certain things. You paid that ultimate price on behalf of Dade County and its residents to live freer lives filled with aspirations for greater heights. Our peace and prosperity were also you happy trails and pursuits. Never a finer human being and an individual steeped in humility and the sanctity that civility brings out. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Trust and faith are never remote and your devotion and dedication, Officer Cook, are being so humanely honored. A warrior of unity and a savior of harmony working to restore the truth in the word justice.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 6, 2018

Have hope, be devoted to faith and invoke the principles of honor and dignity, peace is more probable than ever before. Your trails of tenacity started in Dade County and maintained that certain level of serenity and safety for all mankind. Officer Cook, you will forever be honored and saluted as a hero of humanity and a gentleman whose bravery and wisdom helped to you to conduct your professional affairs on a more meaningful level. It's found in a humble public servant whose character and charm worked wonders when you were fighting violence. God has your endearing soul nestled among the many other heroes and heroines who too laid down their lives the the unwavering humility to carry forth. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 6, 2018

To the naysayers out there, don't be pessimistic . For there are brave, honest and dependably loyal men and women risking their lives and careers top serve, protect and preserve the peace, freedom and serenity that unification brings. Never a problem when you performed, Officer Cook. You were a sincere and dignified young man, a Dade County hero forever who answered the calls of duty with all your heart, soul and integrity. This proved to be a lifesaving situation and for the people and your colleagues they will admire and salute your respect and resolve on behalf of humanity. In your genes of gallantry, there was always the simple humility and civility that must be attached to the battles over violence. You did your job very well and demonstrated the highest degree of character. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 6, 2018

All men and women brave and honorable must act in sync or literally sink in something unfathomable. We saw your personal touches, Officer Cook and the gentle breezes guiding your life and soul throughout Dade County where evil was treated and at least your best attempt helped to head off a more nastier moment. It was just a few minutes and in that short span we and your family lost a hero and innocent soul who was just going about his professional duties. You saved lives that day, Officer Cook, the convictions of character, wisdom and vision helping move along your humble honesty, integrity and dignity for humanity's sake. The blessings of God's tender affections allowing humility and nobility to function together. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 5, 2018

I meant to say if evil could be dumped far away from us we would be eternally grateful. Once life lifts off, it can be anybody's guess where it might travel to. Yours, Officer Cook, climbed to humbly great heights here in Dade County sealing in peace of mind, unity for all and for your tenacity it was tranquil at most times. A man of gallantry whose career brought nothing but honor, dignity and sheer integrity to those dangerous pavements, but also of course to your loving family an department which has humanely honored your heroic feats of character and commitment to right a ship that was filling with more kayos and bedlam than we could imagine. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Enhancement lives on and so does your mortal soul, Officer Cook, it had the trimmings of resolve and tenacity inscribed upon it. A heart of care, concern and consideration always striving for greatness.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 5, 2018

Evil sees and violence and can hear, if they agreed to stop their monstrous advances on a society that calls for reconciliation. Resiliency and production by all duly affirmed public servants makes resolve and honesty go about the challenge of keeping integrity and dignity pinned to one another. Your hopes and dreams, Officer Cook, were based on your navigations around Dade County chasing after crime while making sure harmony and safety were hovering above us at all times. Humility takes note as humanity watches its own in action. Your humbleness and heroism will so solemnly honored. Forever were they proudly carried on your badge and uniform. Morals and principles were the values of your unassuming character, Officer Cook and you'll never be forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 5, 2018

With a penchant for perseverance and humble honor for humanity, let it be known that your humility and civility , Officer Cook, protected the likes of Dade County better than most. Seeing that you were dignified and possessed the inner being of integrity it's clear why serenity and unity have continued to cover our pursuits of happiness. Those very same journeys that you undertook, Officer Cook, on behalf of a community that still reveres your blessed name in heroism's eyes. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Character says more in less words, than words talking without action's support. A narrative worth paying close attention to .

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 5, 2018

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