Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Violence flies right at us not sparing anyone. It has no honor, humility or compassion. Its very face is of the ferocity we don't want to see. It was your honorable presence, Officer Cook, that made the sun shine brighter and the nights a little cooler. Now your soul as you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero can keep illuminating those darkest of skies. A man filled with integrity and dignity calming and strengthening our bonds of belief through bold and bravery. Courage and commitment nestled together with quality of character and morals so meaningful to fulfilling your destinies in life and during your professional career. You were a decent and classy gentleman, Officer Cook, there will never be any doubt as to your resolve, devotion and hope.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 19, 2017

Our parents tuck us in bed at night. In the morning we rise and shine to a new day. A start to an adventurous moment. Police face danger and turmoil on a constant basis. All each of them catch do is their part to make peace and liberty a reality for all mankind. Dade County had its reality check, the total loyalty and humility of your engaging personality, Officer Cook. Whether you were walking or riding in your patrol unit you were present and available to assist. On May 16, 1979, honor, humanity and integrity came through as did your dignity and character when you reacted and saved many lives. Your comrades have honored and saluted your inner courage and unwavering support of them. When times are tough you must not give up. Your fulfilled your role with exactly what was called for, ingenuity, intelligence and intuition that enabled us to carry on with your heroic legacy. It is where enhancement and conviction meet at the very same crossroad. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 19, 2017

The fulcrum of evil in our society is the blatant disregard for human life. And it starts with integrity, honor and respect for one and all. As a duly sworn police officer it was your job, Officer Cook, to patrol and serve in order to gain our peaceful frames of mind. Unity in Dade County as in all areas demands high proficiency and the professional character of morals in every public servant. You were a humble and able bodied gentleman, humane and wise beyond your years who analyzed what needed fixing and got right down to it. You'll always and forever be saluted for valor and effort so long as we live. A hero and a savior whose blessed name now resides in heaven inside those sacred pearly gates of gallantry. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 19, 2017

History can be like a blip on the radar screen. One minute it's there, the next it's gone. Though, we try hard not to ever forget those men and women of honesty, heroism and humility who sacrificed on our behalf. It's peace and unity undisturbed that count the most and for Dade County's residents and your sincerest of efforts, Officer Cook. You brought vitality, vigilance and tenacity to your community, colleagues and department. Your class and character was propelled forward by your convictions to do the right thing, to serve, protect and to safeguard us from evil. Well done. A humble and prideful man doing what we expect from all professionals of resolve and perseverance. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 19, 2017

April showers bring May flowers. Officers can never experience any kind of swoon. The public's safety would not want any part of this. You delivered, Officer Cook, no matter the month, time or moment. You gave your big heart and gentle soul of nobility and humbleness for a job you always wanted to become. You maintained proper dignity, considerable integrity and never lacked proper principles or morals which can be a deciding factor in life or death. Destiny is our calling. Your journeys, Officer Cook, were the fruits in life you relished partaking in, but only after you gave a supreme effort day in and day out. Class, decency and character strolled down those hallways at Norland Senior High in Miami, Florida and followed you down those trails of tenacity at the Miami-Dade Police Academy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. An easier phrase to remember and keep in mind. Transparency. Integrity. Service. It all stems from proper upbringing and dedicated, loyal and determined work. Arduous yet rewarding. Sweat and toil bring us full circle. Police achieve when they make the right decisions. It takes a total team and department effort that functions together as a well oiled machine. If one cog is broken or one wheel needs repairing, then you fix it and move on. Violence and torment demand experienced and immediate attention. I noticed someone placed some new flowers at your grave, Officer Cook, I leave some rocks or stones for they have a biblical origin dating back to the Old Testament, our Holy Torah. The five books are: Genesis. Exodus. Leviticus. Numbers. Deuteronomy. A start and a finish with plenty of travel and torment meshed together. The Jewish people have survived. Catholics, Lutherans and people of all faiths must survive. You lived to assist us, Officer Cook and we cannot thank you enough. A sacrifice that has enhanced us and we are sorry you could not be a part to continue your faithful assistance, but we admire, love and cherish your memory. Your family, friends and comrades will never forget nor ever let you down. They carry your heroic legacy as tight as can be. Keep looking after their destinies and successes. They were your dreams, aspirations and now our inspirations. Forever and ever in eternity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 18, 2017

We reap what we sow. We take criticism for what we know. It is only a sparse amount and for what a dignified and respectable man or woman of the law enforcement needs to know, it's more than we could even begin to comprehend. One thing we should realize is that you were a fantastic officer, a gentleman and a prodigy of perseverance and resolve. All Dade County fights to stay safe, but with your heroic and honorable actions, Officer Cook, the tasks at hand were lessened a bit. If integrity and compassion could revive the souls of those serenely humble and humane servants of fairness and justice my oh my, imagine all the happy families God could shed His light, mercy and grace upon. Your soul, Officer Cook rests in heaven as you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your fruition here was just beginning, we know you had many more years of good health, life and peace. God needed your journeys in a higher and more heavenly venue, to patrol His golden and holy streets watching over those brave ones who serve. Frailty cannot be destined for those who persevere. Finality in this war over evil must occur at some point, at some junction. You keep observing us and giving your sound and undisturbed wisdom. God has this and your beloved spirit wrapped in His arms for safekeeping.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 18, 2017

Peace and quiet are the two mainstays that keep us energized. Serenity and safety are our borders that are well protected and served by many honest and dignified public servants. Your love of life, Officer Cook and the total humility and integrity you had for your position paid dividends for those of us living in Dade County back in your time. Today, those salutes and honors have been bestowed by your comrades for a gentleman of grace, grit and the gallantry to hang in there and face derision head to head. Commitment and character as present and as accounted for as your durability and tenacity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The faithful and loyal answer those humane and yet perilous calls that no telling what might transpire. The people were most fortunate to have a hero and blessed warrior like yourself, Officer Cook, among them. When diligence and vigilance is called for, you raced with undaunted tenacity. What a lesson we could all learn from your life and career of humility and unselfish and undying courage and patience. Calming and yet accomplished. A journey that was navigated very surely and most humbly by Our Creator of heaven and earth. God has the most fit and excellent of brave officers among His flock of wisdom, intelligence and solid leadership.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 18, 2017

If courage and righteousness are called for from our beloved men and women, then so too is honesty, integrity and dignity. You can't even begin to fight these wars of violence and stamp out evil if you don't have what it takes. Dade County and its people had your advice, Officer Cook, your humble wisdom, knowledge and vision at their fingertips that helped to unlock the gifts of unity and peace among them. Character, consideration and endearment weigh heavily in this mountain of mischief and you did your part keeping safety, serenity and serenity close to the vest. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your intuition and the humane ans humble ingenuity along with your quiet maturity helped to cast aside terror and torment. Never forgotten. A man of his word whose noble actions saved many lives of comrades and civilians who relied upon your professional responsibilities. Always taken seriously and with unwavering fortitude and ferocity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 18, 2017

If courage and righteousness are called for from our beloved men and women, then so too is honesty, integrity and dignity. You can't even begin to fight these wars of violence and stamp out evil if you don't have what it takes. Dade County and its people had your advice, Officer Cook, your humble wisdom, knowledge and vision at their fingertips that helped to unlock the gifts of unity and peace among them. Character, consideration and endearment weigh heavily in this mountain of mischief and you did your part keeping safety, serenity and serenity close to the vest. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your intuition and the humane ans humble ingenuity along with your quiet maturity helped to cast aside terror and torment. Never forgotten. A man of his word whose noble actions saved many lives of comrades and civilians who relied upon your professional responsibilities. Always taken seriously and with unwavering fortitude and ferocity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 18, 2017

Never rest on laurels. Better to perform something that will benefit our world. You were a hero,humble and humane, Officer Cook. Not only a class individual, you were a giving person so full of life. Integrity, dignity and honesty followed you on your navigation of Dade County and its residents. peace and unity has certainly been enhanced. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 18, 2017

Meant to say when that awful bullet strikes our most beloved and esteemed servants what can we think? Deserving of salutes of courage and dignity, you will be remembered, Officer Cook, for sage advice, sound vision and humane and humble leadership. For the citizens of Dade County, peace and serenity came at a cherished price, a life so sacred, integrity so fundamentally important just as morals which you had, Officer Cook. A man of respect and resolve fulfilled. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Alacrity and clarity follow all devoted men and women who serve the cause of justice. Evil will be wiped out one day.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 18, 2017

When awful bullet strikes our heroes and heroines of bravery and decency, what can we possibly think? Taking away a part of their families, their friends and their colleagues who too serve bravely and with unprecedented humility. Your sterling and stellar character, class and convictions to justice and peace, Officer Cook, have never ever be overlooked nor forgotten. I remember hearing what happened to you that tragic day of May 16, 1979 and crying even though I did not personally know you. Though, I'm humbled to have met some of your loving family members and always that lovely and very touching letter from your mother, Mrs. Cook, may you live and be well. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A curious man of care, compassion and concern for all and their welfare. You can rest assured your devotion, motivation and intelligent leadership capabilities won't be forgotten, only treasured and admired as one respectful and modest legend of calmness and civility through humility that now is the cornerstone of our society. Violence will dealt with and those gallant enough to test those waters of resolve will do so with unwavering honor.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 17, 2017

You were a devout man, Officer Cook. It was your faith and ferocity that allowed you to patrol Dade County was the gusto and gallantry necessary for your position. A successful public servant, peace and devotion were your best friends. It's integrity and dignity set in motion that affords all brave men and women that unique opportunity through their cleverness and character to make a difference. It was set in stone and you'll always be saluted for courage, awareness and the ingenuity to face evil as we knew you would. You gave your life for the values of reason and resolve. God's golden streets has you now forever patrolling their pavements. You launched those trails of tenacity, those foundations perfectly laid down.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 17, 2017

A paradigm of virtue, you went right after violence, Officer Cook and never took your foot off the accelerator. Speeding toward trouble takes skills, honesty and the mental character to pursue peace and to acquire it for those who care to lead sounder lives. Dade County had its demons and dastardly cowards back during your watch, Officer Cook and through your vigilance, vitality, integrity and the dignity to fight on, enhancement can now and forever shine like a diamond. Those colleagues who worked with you my neighbor, friend and hero have remembered your thoughtfulness, faithfulness and resourcefulness all part of your heroically humble legacy. A message of devotion and determination that has been spread clear across our land recognizing your pride and commitment to excellence. A professional public servant who represented humanity through humility and exhibiting decency toward all mankind. Rest in peace. The chains of courage continue their stronghold, nothing will ever break those bonds that you created, Officer Cook.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 17, 2017

We dare. We share. We care. Tragically evil does not share those same feelings. It permeates throughout our society wrecking havoc upon those who pursue their lives in an orderly fashion. You aspired, Officer Cook, to become a duly honorable public servant, one whose dignity, morals and integrity were flawless. Your character and passion for your job made you a most valued comrade whose memory will live on. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. No compromising. Only courage, humility directly from your caring and concerned heart of gold. It contributed and sacrificed on behalf of our peaceful movements. A journey and its mission deemed complete and now, Officer Cook, your soul can rest in eternity under those bluest of skies where our humane and humbly righteous servants find comfort never to be harmed again.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 17, 2017

The right attitude can make all the difference in this monumental battle over violence. You had the right mentality and physical make up, Officer Cook, to handle the every day rigors of your position. Integrity, dignity and honor blended well and Dade County could rest a little more comfortably. You'll be fondly saluted for gallantry and heart, the courage and character to commit to morals befitting a public servant of humility to all mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 17, 2017

Your cohorts valued your courage,compassion and concern for everyone, Officer Cook. That was and is because you valued life and took your career as any officer should, quite seriously. When life is being threatened by thugs and turmoil, one must be willing and able to answer that dispatch. Dade County trusted your instincts, integrity and intuition, Officer Cook and the loyalty and devotion that would cement our cornerstones and their solid foundations. Police reciprocate with one another when it came that time to honor your memory, that was sad for you stood for justice and fairness without doubt, hesitation or reservation. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 16, 2017

Hi Mr. Spicer. I lived in the same North Miami Beach area as Officer Cook, your friend and comrade, Bill Cook. He had to be the most decent and honest public servant that Metro-Dade Police had back in the day. I don't know if you read any of these reflections, but you were humbly blessed to ride on patrol with a man of character, humility to all humanity and the proper morals and principles who went about his professional business as all police must in this unwavering battle over violence and its mayhem. Any friend of Officer Cook's is a friend to my family, would love to just meet and talk about his respectable and resourcefully faithful life and career. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your impeccable commitment and valor will be forever remembered. You were a hustler and a go to comrade who went right after evil never turning your back on Dade County and its citizens. Their prosperity and peace mattered to you, Officer Cook. A noble gentleman and a mensch that means in Jewish a real man, undaunted and unafraid to tackle difficult circumstances no matter the stress, duress, danger or peril.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 16, 2017

Every time you went out on patrol to protect us, Officer Cook, you were sanguine regarding our safety, peace and security. Those wicked individuals who are sardonic when evil strikes will ultimately be punished by Our Creator. You were professionally dignified, honest and carried integrity as one who carries their respect and morals. Your folks probably never had to reprimand you or rebuke you because your conduct and character was sterling and pristine. An appearance that is certainly to be fondly saluted. Unwavering valor and the conviction to do what was required to give enhancement a chance at fruition. Those journeys and your missions, Officer Cook, shall remain cherished and revered. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 16, 2017

I visited Bills​ grave today, it's been awhile since I have gone to see him. I only knew Bill for 5 years but he had a big influence in my life.I rode with Bill 4 times it was a learning experience.We met at Dunkin Donuts on Hialeah drive. I think of Bill quite often and when I found this site.I thought I would leave a little message for a friend.

John Spicer
Friend

May 16, 2017

Today, I visited your grave, Officer Cook and offered and offered a humble prayer for your soul. Your heart and mind that earnestly and honestly pursued evil while providing peace and unity for all Dade County residents. Your dignity and integrity were all a part of your heroic legacy of character, commitment and the right fabric to understand the meaning of diligence and success in making us feel safe and secure. Thirty-eight years ago, actually over forty years ago you embarked on a life mission and a professional career endeavor to become a police officer. One fabulous and humane public servant who saw his yearning in fulfilling a dream and an aspiration to enhance our world. Violence and terror you had better beware, because those brave and courageous men and women are coming after you as you did, Officer Cook, in a supremely humane and caring manner. rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 16, 2017

A mountain of a young man who moved and watched over an entire community is being thought of everyday and tomorrow, May 16, 1979, for making the bravest of sacrifices on behalf of all Dade County and its residents. You made a life and professional career of law enforcement, Officer Cook and a solid one at that. No telling if you were allotted more time what might have transpired. Your vision, acuity and access afforded those who watched and knew you to witness a young man growing up before our eyes. Dignity and integrity sterling at all moments. Character, class and loyalty all present and accounted for. What more could be humbly stated so eloquently about you? You achieved and produced peace and calmness among us and the commitment, care and resolve that those citizens come to expect from their public servants. A mission of stealth resourcefulness, unwavering faith and unselfish courage all humanely from your heart. It's heroism that has you among those whose ideals and morals were truly top notch. God has the best police force walking and patrolling that sacred beat up above. Never forgotten. Truly marvelous. A blessed name. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Mrs. Cook, tomorrow is a very sad day for your entire family, the entire police family, the world and whomever knew your darling and beloved son, but, rest assured I won't stop forgetting his kindness and righteousness. He displayed qualities of nobility and humility that shall forever endear themselves to humanity. The greatest lessons were taught to him and his loving sister, Nancy, by you and your husband, Charles, his dad may he too rest in peace. His engaging personality took his navigation and journeys farther down those pathways of perseverance and preservation that anyone could ever realize. His uniform and badge were donned for a specific reason, that was to save us and his colleagues from doom and gloom and the evil that violence spawns. He chose the proper and fitting career path to make a huge difference in how we can live and aspire to our goals and dreams. His work ethic knew one way. That rail was straight forward, no running away or looking back. He'll by remembered as a true legend and devoted man of faith and steady leadership of other warriors in this most difficult battle. Officer Cook, May 16, 1979 is your day in which your memories and life have and always will be close to our hearts and minds. Stay well, Mrs. Cook. Your "Billy" won't be far from our thoughts. He blazed a path of humbleness, honesty and integrity for others to follow in. Big shoes to fill and so too are the onuses he carried on his broad shoulders.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 15, 2017

A gentleman's soul who helped to fight crime in this bruising battle that never seems to end. Its conclusions must be drawn soon for the sake of society and mankind at large. Your endeavors, Officer Cook, were conceived in courage and bravery from one place, your heart, an organ of vast contributions to our enhancement of peace and dignity, through the vessels of integrity and honesty. Dade County and its fine citizens can continue to shine in their efforts and aspirations all made possible through your humble and humane inspirations. That is what you have meant to your family, comrades and friends are they get prepared to honor and salute your fruition, missions made through diligence, decency and the character to lead other colleagues through this mess of mayhem and hysteria. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. One who drinks the water needed to provide energy, nourishes their body properly, sleeps well and plans their itinerary according to the right ingenuity, intuition and level of loyalty and intelligence. All of these traits helped you, Officer Cook, steer Dade County in the proper direction of desire, faith and hope which will be forever remembered. Society requires sanctity, serenity and security for all. Crime and violence must be smitten for the welfare of each individual, their lives are too valuable to be lessened by the atrocity of actions that are counterproductive.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 15, 2017

If you want resolve then better first be honest and dignified. Integrity must follow any officer on their march. The beat of bravery and boldness must be loud and clearer than ever. You performed your central role, Officer Cook, with character, class and efficiency. Never any qualms regarding your honesty, humility and humanity to all mankind. Dade County and its residents can live more peacefully and appreciate the valiant efforts you put forth everyday. You are missed and your missions of hope and faith won't be overlooked nor forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You contributed mightily in the accomplishments of ridding evil from our midst. May your soul continue its missions of mercy as it flies higher each day watching those who bravely pursue justice as you so firmly did.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 15, 2017

The sense of pride should make those who serve and protect us more inspired. One's honor, integrity and bravery should be bold and yet humble in the positive accomplishment. You persevered, Officer Cook and you patrolled the areas of Dade County where peace and unity were so essential and still are to this very day. When a gentleman of gallantry and valor whose character and commitment were spelled out in how you went about your professional duties, we certainly and most humanely salute your heroism, Officer Cook, everlasting enhancement has and will forever be fondly remembered. God's faithful and resourceful servants gathered for eternity in His heavens above. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 15, 2017