Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Police cannot sit nor stand idly by when the sounds of silence and peace are being disturbed. Chatter and lack of action lead to who knows what? For the good of Dade County and its folks the gestures of grace came in the humble form of your fine character and commitment to excellence, Officer Cook. Seldom a day that passed without a greeting, for you always had that bright smile and common sense approach to solving any problem placed before you. Your docket was full of esteem and loyalty, class and concern for the citizens all while serving with integrity, honesty and the capacity of letting dignity patrol with you. Now decades later you remain a hero to all, your family, friends and those fellow colleagues who risked their lives and faced the same imminent dangers as you faced eye to eye. Remembered and saluted for a job well done as one of Our Creator's faithful servants. A very blessed young man with extra special maturity, leadership and the wisdom that took you to places we might not go to. Unselfish, unwavering and unquestionably a great and humane prince of a man. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

The source of inspiration comes from the solemn and loyal dedication to bravery and honor. That's what make heroes and heroines' lives so cherished. We honor the dignity and integrity, the character, its spirit and the commitment of yourself, Officer Cook, you were a top notch public servant of class and accommodation. You fought with all your sheer might on behalf of Dade County's residents being one of the many loyal and faithfully devout men and women from law enforcement. Staunch and sensible. Caring and valiant. Taking violence away while securing our peace and liberty. Your heroic legacy is being kept safe up in heaven where you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. When compassion came calling you were present and ready to oblige giving more than we could ever ponder. Take care of those you welcome to join you in walking that sacred proverbial beat in God's exalted kingdom of kindness and mercy. You were and will always be a true warrior, savior and a very blessed gentleman. Twenty-five years of pride and excellence incorporated, humility was the very cornerstone of both your life and special career as a Metro-Dade Police Officer. Badge#1664 delivered results, resolve and true resourcefulness at all times. Very dependable and outstanding work on behalf of mankind.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

To be a coward is to hide and run from evil when you know it is your obligation to serve and defend our rights. Police officers who take a solemn oath must display this honesty, dignity and integrity as well. Our lives, their lives and the general population demand this. Giving your life and career for all Dade County, Officer Cook, you cannot be forgotten. You were a man of nobility and the humble grace to bless us with your guiding presence. Peace and unity could not be well rounded and still remain a vivid part of our lives if not for your unwavering bravery and fierceness in fighting a foe so determined to seek and to destroy. Your mission was to stop this very assault from unleashing mayhem and you succeeded and remain respected and admired for this cunning and the inner energy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your legacy rests within God's wellsprings of enlightenment. Heaven shelters you and your fellow heroes and heroines whose passions took them on journeys where no other person dared to travel. Godsends are not just dropped off. They are placed on this green earth to protect and to secure security and safety for everyone. Your pursuits of happiness, Officer Cook, now are the aspirations for all men, women and children to keep living and keeping your beloved spirit alive each and every moment. The blessings of a good name shall last forever. Yours, Officer Cook, as with your pride and character and faithfulness too shall be one and live on forever within our hearts, minds and in our daily prayers.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

If the cream of the crop rises to the top, than so too will integrity and humility. Diligence, dignity and desire must take those who serve and make them even more humane. Society and the evil that still runs around madly wreaking havoc must be curtailed. The courage and tenacity were there, Officer Cook. Your confidence, voice of reason and passion were present. Public servants cannot place all their eggs in one basket. That basket must be balanced be the richness and goodness by which you lead your life. Sanctity and sanity enabled you to get a better handle on what Dade County and its unified people required. That day, that terribly awful day of May 16, 1979, you stood front and center in the Liberty City section of Miami, Florida heroically trying your utmost to quell a domestic situation with your partner, Reserve Officer Scott Lincoln and your two other brave comrades, Officers DiGenova and Edgerton who too were shot and almost killed. Your department will forever salute and continue to honor your memory and the career and life by which you composed yourself with compassion and passion. You tried your utmost, Officer Cook and gave something so revered and precious, your life and the zest by which your smile blanketed your entire community, family, friends and colleagues who served with you. This was your home and will always be. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

Racing and running is what we want our brave and loyal public servants to do in order to eradicate evil. Their pursuits in life and in the careers they chose to follow demand a special kind of touch. Honor, integrity and dignity shall never abandon those who justly, ably and smartly follow behind violence latching on to its clutches of vile and cowardly actions. Your devotion, Officer Cook and your dedication and determination have made life and its serenity here in Dade County one of enhancement. Your morals taught us to never give in to temptation. Stay the designed pathways of perseverance and preservation will arrive at same appointed time. A classy and honorably humble man serving with distinction and loyalty to be forever admired. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

Facing time and allowing time to pass you by without trying. All Our Lord expects is for us to put a little effort forward. Expend a bit of energy and use those resources which we were humbly given. There is a talent and a light that burns deep inside each one of us. Your skills and quests, Officer Cook, were met and answered promptly and prudently. It was your unselfish dignity, integrity and honesty that allowed you the chance to make a peaceful difference within the areas of Dade County and for its residents. No one expects more, you were that kind of officer, the consummate public servant who professionally utilized your blueprint of life to facilitate the quality of life we all look forward to living to to accomplishing. Never forgotten for your bravery and heroism, rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. God'as glorious throne has you and your dad along with all the angelic heroes and heroines who gave of themselves to make this country and community great again. You were a treasured and revered gentleman, individual and a man of kindness whose boldness helped to bestow the goodwill back where it properly belonged. Violence and its wickedness were given your every last ounce of breath and strength, Officer Cook. Hopefully, today's warriors will fight with all their might. Freedom will raise its voice and the winds of evil will vanish forever.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

Facing destiny, one never really knows when the time will come. God humbly instills the gallantry and ingenuity in all His special people. Those who serve and protect, He guides them in integrity, honor and with an amount of modest dignity which in turn allows them the chance to succeed. Peace and unity are hard to acquire as it takes the special blend of humanitarian to handle and to convince others of how things must be accomplished. You were that angel of heroism, Officer Cook, the eyes and ears of Dade County and its people got your full attention, hopefully the messages you were sending out were heeded. Sadly, your presence is missed today and of course everyday. I believe what you conveyed back in your day was the gift of grace and character that Our Creator Himself gives to those devout and righteous individuals who serve a unique role in our society. If humility and humbleness could speak, people would stop and ponder trying to comprehend its meaning. Your life and endeavors mattered. Your police career, the uniform and badge worn smartly and the way we expect our most esteemed leaders to act. Morals matter. Commitments to quality and excellence matter. Life may be cruel at times even vicious, but it matters. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. You were a pillar of strength in which to draw from, Officer Cook, thirty-eight years later is a long time, it might be wise to begin drawing and in taking hold. Taking charge and responsibility of your life. Its value is too much not to care. You were caring and concerned with the decency of all others. Class and consideration helped to champion your causes of faith, hope and goodwill.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

There is a saying parents tell their children to finish what is on their plate before asking for more. Police officers have a lot to digest and to disseminate. All in a day's work does honesty and integrity shadow that public servant. After accepting the risks and rewards do they courageously go out on patrol and that was exactly what you did in Dade County, Officer Cook. You were valiant and full of vigilance. Talented and full of tenacity. Fired up and loaded with ferocity to handle the daily rigors and stress that your professional roles brought with them. All cherished and respected, you were the loyal and faithful comrade who saw to justice and fairness do ethically, morals and conviction delivered to the table. Now quietness and togetherness may settle in as one. Dade County and its residents were always in quality hands. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. God holds those brave and humble legacies with the same extra special devotion and care as you, Officer Cook and your sisters and brothers who sacrificed so enhancement may continue its strides of fruition.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

Percolate. Perpetuate. Perpetrate. The first word is used when something gets a little out of hand. In other words you were excellent in calming down folks who became a bit agitated, Officer Cook. The second word means to carry on your ideals and values, your decency and devotion, Officer Cook and so must you honor and integrity be carried out by your family and those colleagues who went to battle this adversary evil. Your service and perseverance brought about goodwill and peace for Dade County and its citizens. They received top notch protection and professionalism through and through. The third word could be describing a person doing something not so good and the role of the police is to identify and intensify unity and the proper respect for your position. You will always be fondly admired, saluted and remembered for your unwavering commitment and the kind of quality character an important job demands. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Just at the time your life and career were peaking, just a tragic shame. There was much more for you to give our society, though your heroically humble contributions will never be forgotten.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

Those who dream may continue their dreams. It is this very violence which has caused many nightmares for a community yearning for peace. The prosperity and integrity of all Dade County was restored humbly and most wisely by your efforts, Officer Cook. The soundest of heroes, the finest character of morals and dignity. Those who respected and cherished you do so now with a heartfelt thanks. Boldness and concern, commitment to pride and excellence that blazed a trail for other brave souls to follow after. Big shoes to fill and the most humane and humble of steps of passion taken. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Those legacies get God's everyday extra special attention for making this world one of contentment, enhancement and hopeful enthusiasm. Police officers must sort this mayhem out in a hurry and deliver decency and unwavering resolve to all.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 4, 2017

Wisdom and its experience can help to overcome lack of knowledge and the faith that things will work themselves out. What some of us are missing is the fortitude and the integrity to proceed ahead with our goals and their missions. If you have a little hope and optimism, then resolve and achievement will follow closely behind. Dade County has witnessed the greatness and the gallantry from many of its heroes and heroines, none though matched up with your sense of direction and pride for your position, Officer Cook. You kept cool and performed your roles all with dignity and integrity all straight from the character, commitment and concern you had for our society. Peace, serenity and the ability to go out and make our lots in life according to how we see the big picture. Never a wasted moment, always the consummate public servant, rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Courageous and considerate can get things moving smartly as does having the calibrated intellect, ingenuity and intuition. Dot those I's and cross those T's. Tenacity and intelligence can at least make some dent into violence. You treasured your job, let us hope and pray others think along those lines.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 3, 2017

Remembering our devoted and most dedicated of heroes and heroines who shined as brightly then as they do now in God's eternal shelters of glory. Your days, Officer Cook, made our days more surer and safer all because of your unselfish humility, honesty and integrity. Dignity deserving of a hearty salute. You were an accomplished professional there can be no doubt. Your legacy rings a loudly as those drums you beat when you attended Norland senior High School in Miami, Florida. One smile, one life with a career that was just getting ready to takeoff. The very evil that took your young life was the very life and character that was utilized to restore peace and unity to Dade County and its residents. Now and forever you won't be forgotten for having the courage to instill action among those who admired and respected you. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 3, 2017

Those who dream may continue their dreams. It is this very violence which has caused many nightmares for a community yearning for peace. The prosperity and integrity of all Dade County was restored humbly and most wisely by your efforts, Officer Cook. The soundest of heroes, the finest character of morals and dignity. Those who respected and cherished you do so now with a heartfelt thanks. Boldness and concern, commitment to pride and excellence that blazed a trail for other brave souls to follow after. Big shoes to fill and the most humane and humble of steps of passion taken. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Those legacies get God's everyday extra special attention for making this world one of contentment, enhancement and hopeful enthusiasm. Police officers must sort this mayhem out in a hurry and deliver decency and unwavering resolve to all.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 3, 2017

The seeds of success have been firmly planted in all those who ever lived to serve the public. some way somehow their deeds must be honored. Their respect and admiration for their important duties shall never be far from our minds. Dade County is richer and better, Officer cook, because of your understanding on what it takes to have dignity, integrity and honesty in all your actions. Those peaceful moments, those unified today can do so because of your undying sacrifice. Your devotion, your knowledge and its culmination of being able to lead other fellow officers through danger, we simply cannot say enough. You did have plenty of courage, conviction and that word character. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 3, 2017

You were not a vengeful person, Officer Cook. So revenge was never on your mind, only your focus was in serving and in preserving the people of Dade County. The admiration and peace for an outstanding job rested in your morals, Officer Cook. The sanctity of your dignity, honesty and integrity went out on your patrols and pursuits of happiness. All your comrades and caring family members can look back and indeed see the moments when your leadership and wisdom shined clearly. You tackled wickedness the same way you embraced life, with a glowing smile and the privilege you were given to serve your community. One that bestowed humble honors to a man of grace, gallantry and the character to save those in peril. You faced danger straight up never turning your back. You were a hero and a very blessed Godsend. Twenty-five years of prowess and passion, professionalism through and through. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. When terror strikes our most esteemed and bravest must be properly prepared. Those plans have been set in motion from the day you were conceived, Officer Cook. Your parents, sister and Karen were all proud of you. Humanity will never take a backseat. A hero's feats standout as their labors of love and affection for their job.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 2, 2017

Cool and calm does not always workout the way you plan. But integrity, honor and dignity when integrated together provide the greatest stimulus in the hunt for security and prosperity. That peace here in Dade County was attributed to your intuition, intelligence and the ingenuity to see quiet among its residents. When valor and boldness operate as one entity that brave public servant can at least be assured of some resolve. And it was your faith and fervent hope, Officer cook, that enhancement would stay with us forever. No doubt the humility and humbleness of your character, Officer cook, will be fondly noted, saluted and remembered by those comrades who served and protected the boundaries against evil. Cherished and loved by your family, that gaping hole left by your untimely passing has been slowly mended as your beloved family members have so much to be thankful for and the wonderful memories of your life and a career that had more left to achieve. God is the master planner. He knows the destinies of all His devoted servants. Nothing escapes His loving arms of mercy where His loving angelic heroes and heroines are cradled. You and your father, Charles are in very good hands and among the respected and admired company of those fellow officers who like yourself gave their lives for the public. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. If legacies could speak, yours, Officer Cook, would communicate action and respect for all people no matter their plights. You helped all folks, your heart was gigantic and gave and gave.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 2, 2017

Police officers must maintain decency and dignity while staying on the trails of honesty and integrity. Dade County and its residents have come to rely upon their many humble, brave and loyal heroes and heroines. Dedicated and primed to succeed, you were a man of trust and humility, Officer Cook. Boldness when shaped by brilliance leads to accomplishment. Never one to shy away from a problem, you were the quintessential public servant whose sense of fairness led to the peace and stability in a community where you have been honored and saluted for valor and that inner strength of courage from your heart. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The carnage from evil leads to calamities that only can be stopped by diligent public servants.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 2, 2017

You shunned the limelight, Officer Cook. You were a humble and noted man of esteem and self-confidence. It was under your leadership, perseverance and integrity that all Dade County and its citizens were able to lead normal and structured lives of peace and unity. Dignity and honesty sometimes get lost in the fight for freedom. Your missions were destinies where no other person would dare to venture. You'll be saluted and honored for your reverence, Officer Cook, that carried your life and professional feats of ferocity and tenacity. Your heroism is the very humane cornerstone of why we have enhancement, your sacrifice was very unwavering, unselfish and humble above the calls of duty. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 2, 2017

Superlatives are not necessary when describing men and women whose lives transcend bravery and honesty. That was your dignity and desire here in Dade County, Officer Cook. Peace ans integrity were the mainstays of your life and career. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your commitment, character and humility will live on forever in the hearts of your family and colleagues. Those who contributed in this fight against one tough as nails enemy.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 2, 2017

The mission is important. The destiny lies in the hope and faith of our brave and dignified police officers. Perseverance and peace in Dade County was set up by your unwavering devotion, Officer Cook. Loyal to the foundations of prosperity and serenity, you will never be forgotten for your heroically humble actions. Integrity, decency and determination, words that speak softly and yet mean the world to those who squarely tackle this wickedness. Our community is a bit less safer because of your missing out on seeing the realizations of those cornerstones that you firmly planted within those who live and aspire. Greatness and politeness is now nestled among God's greenest pastures with all those who gave their lives for life itself to carry on. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 2, 2017

The culmination for contemplation is the realization of our great nation and by virtue of your resources, Officer Cook, the edification and enhancement of the Dade County community where you were faithfully saluted as a hero has been achieved albeit at a great price. Your sacrifice, your wisdom, leadership and humility has made those inroads seem a bit shorter in reaching peaceful times and all of us unifying as one. There can be no better way to remember your character, desire and drive to succeed. Some of us needing prodding and motivation,you my neighbor, friend and hero delivered unwavering professionalism clearly and proficiently. Rest in peace. Police identify a problem and look for logical means to bring about a positive outcome. That is all. It's never simple. Humanity will forever be indebted to you, Officer Cook. Mrs. Cook, I hope you are well out in San Diego. Your darling son was the example of a well composed man, God's servant through and true.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 1, 2017

Those who have a proclivity to commit evil had better pay attention to those diligent and persevering men and women who are not afraid to battle this wickedness. You were not, Officer Cook. Dade County had the results of resolve and honesty to back your every patrol. It's when peace and unity gets misplaced that bedlam and kayos enter the fray. You were a man of humility, bravery and dignity all put into action to heroically save and protect life and property. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Legacy and goodness now walk that sacred path among the trails of God's enchanted surroundings. heaven has the brightest of souls, men and women unwavering and unselfish in pride and in excellence. Their uniforms were donned with achievement and ingenuity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 1, 2017

The days and nights come together just as integrity and dignity provide the motivation for our beloved heroes and heroines of devoutness. When the time came calling you answered your calls of duty, Officer Cook, with quickness and the ferocity needed to tackle evil. Violence sadly never rests, its torment lays in waiting and our public servants must be prepared to fight through. Dade County was richly and humanely guarded and cared for by virtue of your fine character, commitment and convictions to remove any obstacles to peace and its liberty. Confident and yet humble, you'll always be fondly remembered for having the valor and reliability to get things completed in a prompt and meticulous manner. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. I look across my yard and can view the roof of the home where you and Nancy lived. You grew up in a loving and peaceful environment. It was the venue where good manners and politeness took their cues. It made you a well efficient officer and a even more charming gentleman with a compassionate heart.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 1, 2017

Police officers are the living public servants whose tenacity is the very testimony as to why we can achieve and live free lives. It's the peace of a community whose unity rests upon that officer's pursuits of integrity, dignity and honor all incorporated within their hearts. Here in Dade County, Officer Cook, you were among the many loyal and treasured heroes whose life and career were destined for greatness. Humble esteem where your brave heart served and protected. You can be sure a man of character and maturity beyond your years won;t be forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 1, 2017

The continuity of our Constitution is the proclamation by which all Americans communicate with one another. We declare our right to live in freedom, peace and unity. The prosperity of all people, one nation under God shall not be impaired. With humane action and a humbly honorable undertaking did you, Officer Cook, provide for the citizens of Dade County. Anticipation and hope went out on all your circuits around a community where you were well received, respected and revered for having the courage, candor, class and integrity to reach down and pull those of us out of the doldrums. You can never be doubted nor questioned regarding your outstanding actions everyday and on May 16, 1979, when Dade County was saved from the pangs of unrest and dispute between a couple. You tried calming. You attempted to reason with firmness and leadership. Humility and desire takes us down the pathways of pristine and proficient accomplishments in which one keeps their level of intellect and conviction centered where it rightfully belongs. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A life lived by truth and a career performed with clarity and confidence in all your abilities. Those who teamed with you, Officer Cook, could not be any prouder from the hero in you who graced our society for twenty-five years of wonderment and welcome relief to those calling on your resolve to see things through.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 31, 2017