Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

A heart warming hero with a compassionate soul of saving grace. It makes us wonder why and yet your family and peers know who you were, Officer Cook and why God placed you at our feet and hands. Dade County and its people were in good hands, comfortable character, humble honor, distinguished dignity and the insightful integrity that brings out the best of those occupied in official business stopping crime with resolve and an attitude. Desire breeds decency. Devotion brings faith. Dedication creates the pockets for determination and success down those pathways of ferocity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 13, 2018

Pallbearers are those special individuals whose lives reflect those they carry to their final resting place. Heaven awaits those selected men and women whose talents are worth far more than we can ever imagine. Ponder for a moment working a job, a task where danger and peril must be contained and battled with every ounce of one's humble honor, humility all humanely given back to humanity. It is very hard to comprehend how you did your job, Officer Cook, maintaining liberty and peace over Dade County on a daily basis. Our Lord called your charitable soul back to keep track of our coming and going while watching over brave and vigilant ladies and gentleman guarding our homes and streets. You were outstanding and possessed the right scruples to unlock the doors to unity and harmony. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A penny saved is a penny earned. One life brought back from the brink of death is paramount to saving a whole universe. Integrity, wisdom and vision have their intrinsic values, yours, Officer Cook, was sensational.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 13, 2018

If we could gift wrap your giving spirit, Officer Cook, I'm sure everyone would want a little piece of this. You were a special man and a heroic warrior in Dade County to be reckoned with. When wickedness came across your border you did what all public servants do, respond and try to coax them into giving up. Your character, morals and mettle helped you do that. A mission responsibly carried out with all the dignity and honor of a lion. Enhancement lives within your special soul of serenity stored in the shelters of heavenly rest. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 13, 2018

Mired in mayhem, justice and fairness was your way of calming down those in Dade County who needed appeasing, Officer Cook. To tame the flames of violence, one's very own brand of tenacity must be applied each time to a newer situation. Your courage and care, Officer Cook. made your comrades stand and take note of your nobility, it's centered right where honor and integrity belong. That's civility, sanity and sanctity feeling out each other as your pursued happiness, peace and prosperity for mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 13, 2018

We distrust disloyalty. We dislike terror. We treasure our very distinguished public servants, heroes and heroines who exude countless, energy and character stemming from their professional dignity, integrity and the honest pursuits in life and during their careers which someday will bring down the crimes that frustrate even the most cherished of angelic heroes and heroines whose fondness and esteem bring them closer to the faces of evil. Humility and humane actions given to humanity have a way of coming back in a positive spin. Your life and deeds, Officer Cook, will be remembered for eternity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 13, 2018

Moving forward and marching to our beats, Dade County was more than adequately provided for when you patrolled its corridors, Officer Cook. All the admiration, desire and decency poured into your proficient efforts produced peace, harmony and the everlasting unity. Our preservation was called out be your undying and very unselfishly humble and loyal character, honesty, dignity and integrity. A pinch of each is what may very well eradicate evil from our streets once and forever. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 13, 2018

Diabolical and dizzying, the sense you get from all this assorted mayhem. A band aid will not stop this gushing of blood real soon. But, your intuition and ingenuity helped to stop the violence in Dade County, Officer Cook. A real gentleman and a real hero for us all. Sacred and special, our serenity and peace all marched forward by your loving respect, honor, integrity and the dignity behind humility. This humbles mankind and its class of character. Always solemnly saluted. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 13, 2018

Entrust and not retreat. Never back up in the angry face of evil. Its grill and rack so dominant something must be applied to those areas needing a gentle prodding. Like Dade County and your mild and caring affections, Officer Cook. A peacemaker goes out and dignifies their honor and humility by taking integrity and intuition to a higher sphere. Your charisma, charm and hope, Officer Cook, allowed you to intensify our harmonious and free travels. Never again because of terror will we see your smiling face, that is up there in God's lair of angelic warriors who braved the elements to put quiet and justice back into our very lives. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Sadly a band aid or tourniquet won't soon this gushing of blood from all this unmitigated violence perpetrated by gutless and self-serving cowards.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 12, 2018

Toys are for play. Tenacity isn't just for another day. It along with honesty and ferocity must be employed everyday if our lives and the lives of those we entrust with our peace are to be kept safe and sound. Serenity and tranquility must be balanced out by civility, nobility and the actions of sanity and sanctity. This was what kept folks in Dade County assured of some measure of peaceful pursuits of happiness and prosperity. What transparency when good old fashioned men and women, saviors and warriors alike unite to serve a united purpose. Reasons and excuses are for another time. Your wise character and excellent vision, Officer Cook, at least helped you travel along the pathways of society where not too many dare to go. Always accommodating and always so resilient. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Gone way too soon. Those ladders to heaven seem to be reaching out for far too many heroes taken before their time. Destiny does call. Missions celebrate humanity and its purposes. Journeys are those fruitfully fought periods of time where violence has to be eliminated for our world. You kept your end of the bargain, Officer Cook, high time others elevate their prowess and begin those perilous tasks ahead.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 12, 2018

Resort to resolve and the revelations of resourcefulness will surface at some point. Relish your task, for you may never knew when God will call. Understand your undertaking and trust your true instincts in intellect and ingenuity to the mechanisms of mettle, integrity and the honor that dignity bestows upon its serene and humane heroes. Your life and police career, Officer Cook, were your calling and passions pursued by your love for assisting others and for displaying the benevolence that boldness stamps on one's shoulders where burden never bothered you, Officer Cook. The plain truth was you looked for an opportunity to affect change in Dade County and by making strides in peace, security and safety, your modest character came right to the top. The cream of courage and commitment raced right where it rightfully belonged. Back in the arms and laps of a community where your humility has been revered decades later. No matter the course or time now your soul, Officer Cook, continues its revolutions around our universe as you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. No doubt you were that bright and shining star, the tragedy of losing your valiant life to violence is appalling indeed. Never forgotten. Always paid salutes of homage. Humble and very beloved, always had your professional act together to compliment Badge#1664 and a uniform donned pristinely, proudly and precisely. Proficient and polished, the lessons on life you learned from your doting parents. They were well thought out and wisely constructed.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 12, 2018

The cowpens keep the cows from running wild. I wish we could install gates to keep crime from running wild. The prison system has so many career criminals, you name the crime, they are there we hope locked up for life. Dade County was locked on with your gears of gallantry and effort, Officer Cook, so mighty, honorable and yet so heroically humble. You see great people women and men of character are those unsung human beings who see an opportunity to make peace and a safer world a finality. Only your values and ethics, Officer Cook, helped to take evil off the streets and as I look at your picture, a happy and very personable young man was taken away from his next of kin and comrades. A fight for life and vigor that virtually guaranteed good omens for us.Humanity is deeply indebted to you, Officer Cook, deserving and desirable, I hope the next batch of brave servants demonstrates the resolve and goodwill as you did so faithfully. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Some escape their due punishments and are never heard from again. Reward is just that and fitting punishment is just that. Commit the crime and do the time!

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 12, 2018

Haste makes waste and right makes right. The mighty are those humble and fortunate enough to serve a particular cause. The effect is peace and stability for a region, a venue , a community like Dade County where your career and service, Officer Cook, meant wonders. One life saved is comparable to saving a whole world. Well that's what humility and honor, quality of character and a host of dignity, wisdom and integrity will support when battling a rather challenging foe. It is sincere desire, dedication and moral support form your colleagues, all brave and decent human beings trying to purge the reputation that evil leaves behind. You left a wonderful heroic legacy, Officer Cook, full of peace and happiness within your large family and Mrs. Cook, your brave and beloved son did you and his father proud. Stay well. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your service, Officer Cook, documented decency, respect and an esteem like no other.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 12, 2018

The deluges of destruction must be dealt with by unwavering and unselfishly brave and honorable souls of dignity and integrity. Wickedness leaves a mark that is sometimes hard to remove. It's hard to continue on sometimes, Officer Cook, even knowing that a devout and righteous man resides in heaven with many our angelic heroes and heroines. All who ever served and preserved with integrity and noble distinction. Dade County's folks were saved by your amazing response and undying conviction that rested in your scruples, safety and sweet disposition. A class man and equally brave savior loyally revered by all his comrades and beloved family members. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 12, 2018

The Lord has an everlasting supply of mercy and so should police officers. You had a full stock of serenity, a heart of care and gold, Officer Cook, to support your full fledged ferocity, dignity and the wisdom only quiet humility and honor can bestow upon a devout and determined servant. The eyes and ears of Dade County folks looked up to your heroism and the grace to which civility, sanctity and sanity are supposed to navigate our destinies. Journeys and missions of goodwill and cheer where not everyone ventures. Evil and violence go and create havoc which must be immediately undone by visionary leaders, those who silently become great leaders of other brave souls through torment and tyranny of which you were, Officer Cook, humbly able to lead others through this dark tunnel of terror. Only saluted and forever remembered in your family's heart and those of your resourceful peers of perseverance. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 12, 2018

Dirt on a uniform is not always a bad thing. Sometimes in the heat of the moment when dealing with an adversary, one must be willing to do whatever to save a life and protect a community such as your venue, Officer Cook. The good citizens most I would think relished your sense of fairness and when you needed to be firm then that characteristic engaged itself. Only your promise to be wise and have honor, integrity and of course, dignity sewn to your badge of boldness and heart of humbleness. Peace and security call for dire measures at times and you were present to accentuate this when called upon. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 12, 2018

Clean speech and pure thoughts conjure up honesty, bravery and the confident humility all public servants must have when serving. Your loyalty and endearment, Officer Cook, on behalf of Dade County will forever be fondly saluted. Your character, commitment to integrity and your department's highest of standards will be remembered as well as your integrity which promoted peace and prosperity, calm and collected moments for all mankind. You were atop notch person, gentleman who humane soul went of its way to preserve, defend and save lives. Always cherished, admired and deeply respected. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 12, 2018

Eager and enthusiasm functioned well together when you set out to spare Dade County from danger, Officer Cook. Well conditioned and well prepared, your goals and aspirations turned out to be spot on. Honor, dignity and integrity used wisely to collar crime and its evil. Lives and careers were saved because of your unselfish heroism and sheer grit and gallantry, character and courage were outstanding in defense of our peace, happiness and freedom of movement. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 11, 2018

The pendulums of prosperity and perseverance swing in different directions and it is the onus of the many brave and astute men and women to put the compass settings back on track. Your efforts here in Dade County made all the difference, Officer Cook. Bringing peace and relaxation, tranquility and civility are not easy and never should be taken for granted. Your honor, dignity and politeness made things well again if only you could be present to witness these changes. Your courageous character and transparency have no doubt left an imprint on those officers who have succeeded you. We hope and pray their humility, values and gallantry stays within their souls of justice while Our Lord watches gently over your treasured soul. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 11, 2018

If we just take back the past. The trouble is the truth is today and now. With still so much violence going on in this world, it is no wonder why we needed your resources and passion, Officer Cook, serving, saving, responding to whatever dispatches you received. We here in Dade County got your solemn pledge and word of integrity and character that peace and unity, dignity and honor would last forever an enhancement brought about by your courage and convictions to right a ship loaded with trouble. One person going astray is all it takes to set off wickedness and you tried very hard that day, Officer Cook, to apprehend him and to protect the lives of your peers and the people you were dedicated and faithful to. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 11, 2018

Born to explore, born to run, born to have fun. Everyone born has a purpose in life and for some the humble, the brave and the ones whose morals allow them to catch evil, you were one of the most heroic of public servants here in Dade County, Officer Cook. A gentleman with a gift for going over and beyond the calls of duty. Taking matters most seriously you helped to end a vicious dispute between a troubled young man and his girlfriend even though his callousness cost you your young life. The likes of which can never be repaid. Though, your family, colleagues have solemnly remembered you and have honored your integrity and character full of compassion and care. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Serenity and harmony in our community were handled by the very best, yourself, Officer Cook, humane and loyal until the end.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 11, 2018

The source of honesty and dignity comes from learning the valuable lessons from your parents. It's safe to say, Officer Cook, that you learned and taught other men and women all decent and honorable as yourself. Dade County and its residents were well tended to when you patrolled looking for peace and calm while scouring the streets for crime. A hero whose character whose charm and personality befit your commitment to excellence and the humility that society expects from devoted public servants. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 11, 2018

By daylight or nightlight crime and who knows what still lurks out there. They pull no punches and strike like a demon. So all good officers must stay awake and aware of their situations. Falling asleep on the job could certainly jeopardize one's own life and the lives of the public they serve. Your job, Officer Cook, kept you attuned to Dade County's needs and wants and you fulfilled your end with stellar integrity, sincere honesty and the determination of steadfast dignity. It fits the roles of resolve and effort very well and put a huge dent into violence. Our peace and taciturn moments all came about through your undying, unwavering and very unselfish sacrifice never to be forgotten and humbly sewn into our minds and souls. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Serenity and safety on earth now rests in other fine officer's hands with the Lord's staff and your soul, Officer Cook, watching , looking and patrolling those sacred gates, pearly doors and shelters of tenacity given by brave and dignified angelic heroes and heroines.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 10, 2018

Curtain calls are for actors. Life saving calls are for duly sworn men and women of honor and true humble grit and character. The class you possessed to go and make Dade County citizens safer once again, Officer Cook. True integrity, dignity and professionalism begin at home when one learns their manners, morals, values and chooses ideals to support the validation of their chosen career. You choice, Officer Cook, represented the importance of wearing a badge and uniform with humility and the sanctity of which police work is all about. Protecting lives and having the able body to preserve a community's unity, liberties and freedoms of fruitful purposes. Happiness and prosperity among them. Never far from our hearts and always carefully saluted for accentuating bravery. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 10, 2018

A stitch in time saves nine. I think that is how the phrase goes. What goes round and round and never stops are all the devoted and honest police officers, men and women of genius and genuine humbleness cut out from the patterns of honesty, integrity, valor and dignity. They light up our world and that of Dade County, Officer Cook, where some of your fiercest battles took place with your colleagues supporting your loyalty and instincts. Good men like you should be here to serve and to live out their retirements with your beloved, Karen. But, unfortunately Our Master had more humane blueprints for His faithful servant. Heaven awaited you, Officer Cook, your dad, Charles, awaited his precious and most beloved son whose saving grace was your sanity and civility directed at humanity to preserve and to shield us from torment and turmoil. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero of character and concern. Compassion waits. Passion permeates. Yours, Officer Cook, percolated and was austere indeed.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 10, 2018

The elevators of effort, efficiency and energy must go to the top just as the dignity, honor and integrity of our beloved brave souls, they too must shine on in eternity. Shine brightly and beautifully, you do, Officer Cook. Your Dade County service though it was thirty-nine years ago has been long since remembered for its bountiful boldness and creativity, humility to all people and the grand and serene gallantry that heroes possess when fighting off evil and endeavoring to restore peace and safe passages for everyone. Character and commitment receive their humane rewards from God's throne of justice and for having the tenacity may you be blessed, Officer Cook. Salute is a word to describe the heroism needing quick and decisive action which you took to stop a violent scene of chaos and confusion on May 16, 1979 and everyday as well. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 10, 2018