Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, May 16, 1979
Reflections for Police Officer William Coleman Cook
Thankfully we have websites to express and to vent our frustrations. Sometimes the legal system works, other times it is a complete sham and to expose good women and men who gave their lives to these perversions is simply shameful and very distasteful. You gave your career and life, Officer Cook, to expose evil and to reign in morally wrong people. Dade County won't forget your vigil over them nor your cunning diligence on their behalf. What made you a great man and an even more serene and heroic human being is your character, valor, integrity and honesty from your lips. When trouble was brewing, Officer Cook, you began perculating looking for answers and solutions to these dilemmas. You never ran away from peril, you faced it with awareness and the convictions of vision, maturity and wisdom beyond your age. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The light is on and God's mercy will never abate.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 13, 2018
Those flags will be placed at your grave very soon, Officer Cook, to honor your sacrifice, your boldness and most of all your humane bravery. No man or woman so courageous shall be overlooked. Especially, when Dade County was served by your esteemed presence and passion to save lives from this kayotic wickedness. Having the scruples of serenity and humility made your wisdom, dignity and integrity that much more effective. You were a humble man who delved in his tasks with zeal and energy from your heart. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Endearing and exploring, you displayed fine manners and its made your roles more crucial. Violence must be taken once and for all off the streets. You were a vibrant man who was revered and cherished. Your life should have been allowed to carry on. It's your family members and peers who tackle this lagre burden and do so with happiness in knowing your sacrifice made a dent in how we lead our lives.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 13, 2018
Emotions can get the best of us during heated moments. Police must steer clear of these distractions for they can spell sure trouble when confronting violence and its sister of evil. Your pursuits in life and during your career, Officer Cook, were to make the citizens of Dade County safe and sound. No more problems and it was just a crying shame one man's issues cost you your life, Officer Cook. A man of pride and perseverance who was down to earth in honesty, bravery, integrity and in dignity. Never forgotten and solemnly remembered for character and the legacy of heroism now residing in the heavens above. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 13, 2018
We doff our hats to you, Officer Cook, a man of desire and dreams that became reality. Life is tough enough and for your career, you followed through and became a humble hero of the highest regard for life and peace. It's serenity and safety giving us that friendly nudge to do something positive to accelerate success. A graceful and faithful servant spreading unity and liberty all throughour Dade County where it is your commitment to character and values that made all the difference when you humbly patrolled those corridors of concern. Always saluted for compassion and mercy for mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 13, 2018
Excellence results from fine character, dignity and integrity. All the honesty in the world is pointless until that public servant carries themselves with more than bravery. You preserved and protected Dade County and its residents, Officer Cook, with all your strength and might. Never a wasted move, always a gentleman of morals and gallantry so humble and humane. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Humility is distributed by Our Creator who cares for His flock of ferocious and determined saviors.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 13, 2018
Surpassing excellence in all that you performed on Dade County bequest, Officer Cook, you showed your family, friends and comrades exactly what you were a superbly organized and outstanding officer. Peace and freedom were spread throughout a community that still honors your memory and the intelligence, wisdom and vision that assisted you in your trails of justice and equity for all. Your courage and character when combined with your convictions and commitment to pride and success have made your legacy that much more humble and resolute. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 12, 2018
Those in perpetual motion stay in motion. It's only natural for those bravely trained and honorable men and women such as yourself, Officer Cook, to reach out and to dig deep to find the calmness and peace we shall be permitted to enjoy. The fruits of one gallant man's efforts and integrity breathing life and dignity into the nostrils of all Dade County. Not one ounce of waste, only the incorporation of morals and values to bring unity and security to one and all. Mankind is deeply indebted to your sacrifice, Officer Cook. Never more humbleness and humility. Saluted by humanity for having the grit and where with all to battle with boldness a monster so imposing. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 12, 2018
Evil is a menace that abuses the righteous. For a blessing abounds in those who fruitfully perform God's heavenly chores. Your tasks here in Dade County for its people, Officer Cook, were far and wide most dangerous and laced with peril no one wants to know about. But, your humble honor, dignity and integrity protected and served while saving lives. Police work humbles the most humane and bravest of women and men. Your acumen and convictions, Officer Cook, spearheaded enhancement and those very foundations for a safer future, one made brighter by humility and nobility reaching out to mankind. Humanity's friend who persevered and prevailed in his humane role as our savior. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 12, 2018
The daily grind goes around. Gallantry and the good graces that wisdom, honesty and dignity lay our are there for all seasoned professionals to partake of. Journeys, missions, hope and devotion are measured humbly by one's heart. If they took that proverbial tape measure out, Officer Cook, they would find a giant heart of gold and kindness. All the effort poured into your labors of love on behalf of Dade County. You stopped, watched and reacted as all treasured loyal brave and courageous servants must. What happened, Officer Cook, was you became one of God's enchanted heroes, angelic wings to uplift your beautiful soul as it soars mightily each and every second. There are so many smiles in heaven, nothing can darken our days. Just wish your missions were ongoing. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Those pearly gates you watch over, Officer Cook, please make sure to watch over us real carefully and give us a gentle and warm tap on the shoulder.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 12, 2018
Callousness and atrocity beckons for our immediate attention. Police come and convene as one when a brother or sister is injured or heaven forbid worse. They all came to help you, Officer Cook, they raced from roll call to help. Dade County won't forget your reverence and resolve. Only those brave and loyal servants dig deep to reach out for peace and prosperity. Our humanity is made much better although less safer because of your absence, Officer Cook. The puzzle is missing those essential pieces of character, wisdom and honesty all your mannerisms when you patrolled on your destinies of desire and determination. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 12, 2018
Take note for hope and goodwill are on their way. Violence, terror, bedlam, whatever needs help and the faith that our most devout will be able to rid our community and world of this evil. Your resourcefulness, Officer Cook, not only came in handy, it came a precisely the right moment. There you were with your partner that day, a terrible day for your family and comrades, about to get off work and you responded to a domestic call and promptly assisted in saving the citizens of Dade County and your fellow officers. Honor, integrity and dignity, you were blessed by God with the natural abilities of humility and serenity along with character and morals that come to keep endeavors alive and well. Your humble heroism and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 12, 2018
The heart of a lion is far better than the laziness of a mule. No one had to babysit you, Officer Cook, you knew your role and your honesty, integrity, morals and dignity took over. A watch over Dade County's people made greater by your unselfish acts of kindness and concern. A lesson in humility that humbles our world and leaves a man's soul of character and conviction right where its ought to be. You were the architect of awareness and the right vision to align peace and unity where evil and terror must not be. No myths, only meaningful resolve and resolutions to the problems at hand. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 11, 2018
Calendars remind us of important dates and factual events. Tyranny and trouble don't need a map or calendar, our most beloved and bravest need divine intervention to succeed in their missions of goodwill and mercy. Dade County had your candor, charm and warmest of receptions greeting them daily while watching over us. Safety, security and the eyes of Our Lord were steering you around the different venues securing peace. When a man of character and distinction, humble and heroic puts their life on the line we must salute them and be thankful for their time and faithfulness which is eternally cherished. Humanity won't forget your progress nor zeal which is etched solidly by the foundations you laid down for all future men and women. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Officer Cook, you were a gentleman of gallantry and the good graces for which God has blessed your soul and continues humbly rewarding your spirit of esteem and sanctity.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 11, 2018
Calendars remind us of important dates and factual events. Tyranny and trouble don't need a map or calendar, our most beloved and bravest need divine intervention to succeed in their missions of goodwill and mercy. Dade County had your candor, charm and warmest of receptions greeting them daily while watching over us. Safety, security and the eyes of Our Lord were steering you around the different venues securing peace. When a man of character and distinction, humble and heroic puts their life on the line we must salute them and be thankful for their time and faithfulness which is eternally cherished. Humanity won't forget your progress nor zeal which is etched solidly by the foundations you laid down for all future men and women. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Officer Cook, you were a gentleman of gallantry and the good graces for which God has blessed your soul and continues humbly rewarding your spirit of esteem and sanctity.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 11, 2018
Better let common sense, vision and maturity lead you through peril and mischief. Kayos and bedlam were dealt with correctly and swiftly when you worked feverishly, Officer Cook, to restore calm and peace that day of May 16, 1979, a moment to reflect on your humbleness, revered spirit of serenity which delivered Dade County's dignity and integrity back to its citizens. You had so much to live for, Officer Cook, happiness with Karen, your sister, Nancy and your beautiful mother, Mrs. Julia Cook, I hope you are well. I will write to Josh Hyatt, your grandson and hope for a reply. God's grand scheme keeps His inner loop of angelic heroes and heroines attuned. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Like fine wine, Officer Cook, your resolve, devotion and faith was always first class.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 11, 2018
Ferocity goes far and wide if resolve and wisdom overshadow them. For courtesy and honesty, Officer Cook, Dade County's residents were in good hands when you spread out and gathered their unity and liberty. Freedom is not an easy thing to accomplish, but with the right tools of character, concern and commitment, dignity and integrity can carry a public servant through the dangers of meeting violence head to head. Always a hero and warrior who persevered and relished his difficult tasks at hand that bettered society. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 11, 2018
Your messages to the public, Officer Cook, were on the mezzanine level, the top tiers of tenacity and unwavering integrity, stealth sense and the acumen of honor and dignity. All of these made you a humble Dade County hero whose soul of character and serenity forever shines brightly. Your colleagues and family can remember vividly your days and years patrolling for our peace and safe journeys. Your fruition, Officer Cook, was sadly deemed complete and God in His humane humility called you home. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 11, 2018
The travels for tenacity come with a cost at times. A life full of honesty and character all coming down to a scant few seconds and split second decisions that needed to be made. Officer Cook, you grew up caring and smiling, yet through it all your integrity and dignity on Dade County folk's behalf shined through. The love of life and a career you dreamed of becoming all with hard work and training. You were filled with serenity and humility. an agent for acumen and awareness, you never gave up leading other men and women through the demands and rigors. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 10, 2018
Riots are riveting. Revolutions are revolting. Violence is vilifying. The whole world is being shaken from its structures by senseless and heinous evil. What else can you say? We sure can speak a lot regarding your superior nature, Officer Cook, how well you helped to stabilize the folks in Dade County. How decent and heartfelt all your family, friends and professional peers were to honor and to salute your wisdom, maturity and thorough humble bravery. A legacy of humanely dignified proportions filled with accomplishment and integrity with the backbones of values and morals. So solidly etched and engraved in our hearts and minds is your resolve to pursue peace, prosperity and the confines of humility for all humanity. Keep looking down on us my neighbor, friend and hero of the finest character, commitment to excellence and pride an upbringing can produce. It brought forth the legitimacy of nobility, civility and the sanctity by which we go about our daily affairs. Never forgotten. Always look up to the stars and blue skies at night, your cherished and treasured soul of reverence is present lifting up our downtrodden spirits.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 10, 2018
Our heroes rest in the good graces of God's compassionate hands. Your beautiful spirit, Officer Cook, lies next to others who sacrificed for the security of their communities. Dade County was under your heroic eyes and hands, Officer Cook and so for having the character, courage and conviction, honor and vision may you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The balances of evil versus good weighs in the balance of those public servants who are humane and keep humility on their belts.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 10, 2018
Rule one be honest. Rule two be dignified and disciplined. Rule three incorporate integrity with vision and wisdom. You followed rules and regulations, Officer Cook and because of your unselfish and unwavering humility and civility, Dade County's folks were kept safe and peaceful. No man or woman's valor and character should ever come into question. You paid the ultimate price, Officer Cook, in order for stability and reason to assist in fighting kayos. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 10, 2018
The earth shakes by this unreal terror which seizes us by the throat. Your terrific heroic actions, Officer Cook, saved Dade County residents and your unwavering actions of your comrades. It's your integrity, dignity and honesty that kept other men and women in line. Your humility, esteem and humane life will never be forgotten. Enhancement and foundations were well left for other brave souls of serenity to follow in. Unity and security were your best colleagues. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 10, 2018
Do your very best and God will take care of the rest. Our Creator directed your pilgrimages of perseverance, Officer Cook, in and around Dade County with humility and honor. You were a dedicated hero of the very finest character, commitment and courage. Dignity and integrity surely assist those humble public servants like yourself, Officer Cook, who brought peace and goodwill to our society. Always considerate and concerned, your loss to your family and colleagues has been fondly remembered forevermore. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 10, 2018
Sometimes I think this world is God forsaken. Terrible problems and evil seem to run rampant. We just try to get through each day using reason and rational to uplift our integrity, courage and decency. Your level of understanding, Officer Cook, was the fervent explanation why we have prosperity, peace and harmony. Violence cannot be given free rule and through your mercy, humility and transparency things were accomplished in a practical manner. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You'll not be forgotten nor overlooked for candor, charm and character.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 9, 2018
The principles of good ethics lead to good character and values that validate society and the honesty one demonstrates while performing their duties. Your maintenance of Dade County's citizens, Officer Cook, showed your inherent intelligence and the ability to lead other men and brave women through the perils of terror. Always a master speaker and one who learned their lessons well. Wisdom and vision were your mates who assisted your missions of goodwill and hope for mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 9, 2018