Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I seem to have a proclivity for being able to reflect back upon your life and career, Officer Cook. Why not? Your were a humble man, a loyal and genuinely honest officer. You gave your life and career to that the citizens of Dade County may choose what they want to pursue. Choose wisely. Think intellectually. You were the consummate professional who dignified his life and your department with class, decency and character of which your colleagues took the strength from their hearts to draw upon this.Your respect and admiration for all mankind remains cherished and treasured this day and forever. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A righteous hero who was devoted to the cause and who pursued peace and unity with equal diligence and vigilance. Always there will be that feeling if we could have met each other.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 1, 2016

A gentleman of his word, You were a humble man of sound character, commitment to excellence, you took great pride in wearing your police uniform and badge of professional courtesies and ethics. A servant of God, any servant should be fair and balanced, dignified and honest, integrated with integrity, this carried you, Officer Cook, throughout your life, career and missions of duty when they came calling. A respected man with a genuine love for his professional position. I don't know if she did, I wonder if Karen ever went on any patrols with you. I have read some reflections where family members ride with their brave souls. Obviously, it can be dangerous, I guess they want to see firsthand what is going on. Dade County and its residents can forever live in hope and goodwill that their peace and unity was dignified by your valuable presence to them. Your heroic legacy of faith and devotion, desire and determination shall never be forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Colleagues salute a valiant man, a courageous and kind gentleman. A treasured man with decency, class and conviction. You fought as a warrior never giving in to wickedness. Humility to humanity personified through and through.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 1, 2016

What can derail a promising police career is the lack of professional courtesy along with the required, integrity, dignity and honesty. It can make or break some careers, even the lives of such public servants. Yes, we know police work is stressful. Yes, we understand, maybe not fully that it is dangerous, but in order to secure unity and peace for all Dade County citizens you had to remain in line with other comrades, Officer Cook. You stayed true to form and led by your examples of character, class and encouragement. Nothing better than an honest officer such as yourself always giving a total effort that is greatly missed today. You would be retired and sharing so much with Karen. You were respected and admired for having the commitment to see things through, your family wishes you were here among them doting on your great-nieces and great-nephew. A great family. Still wished I had met your mother, Mrs. Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The people of Dade County were grateful to have you serving and protecting their lives, thus allowing them to pursue whatever they choose to accomplish.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 1, 2016

Attention to detail, consecrated with honesty, dignity and integrity, for most of our bravest public servants a sure fire way to remain successful and safe. After each day that one ventures into danger. Some days are are less filled with danger, though the stress, the unknowing what one might have to overcome is out there. Adversity is nothing new or foreign to men and women of authority who proudly wear their uniforms of encouragement and character. You wore yours quite humbly, Officer Cook and Dade County and its residents were much better served. You provided proof that quality of service, commitment and in convictions goes a long way toward bringing peace and unity back as one foundation and dispelling evil from being the cornerstone of kayos, bedlam and mayhem. Your heroic actions do fortify your legacy of grace, gallantry and valor. They make us all proud in particular the ones who worked with you and befriended a man of engagement and a smiling charisma. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your soul and its gentleness are stationed among God's heavenly shelters where you now walk your beat. His sacred streets are safe and so are you and dyour comrades who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 31, 2016

Having worked strictly by the book, rules, regulations and department standards were always observed as they should be. A man's dignity, integrity and honesty, a woman's also are on the line when they don their uniform and badge. Your character, class and candor further enhanced your humble legacy, Officer Cook. Comrades and colleagues, strangers, friends and your loving family all so honored and saluted your intellect, intelligence and ingenuity as did all Dade County, its citizens and those whom you served quite loyally. A gentleman whose thirst for more knowledge and a telling maturity beyond your years were the exact reasons as to why we can live and thrive today as all do. You kept peace and hope moving down the very same street as did your faith, devoutness and determination. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. God completes our missions even though your life and career had more left to fulfill. We understand this. God as master of our universe is righteous to all His public servants who stay dignified and you were blessed as a hero and a true Godsend to all mankind. You never ran away from violence, Officer Cook,, you confronted it as any officer should, head on, face to face.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 31, 2016

Life is not a lottery. Life has everything that is good to offer, though it has dangers and challenges that can frustrate folks at times. One thing police officers must keep in mind while they are patrolling and serving the public is to remain calm and even keeled. Your influence over Dade County and its residents, Officer Cook, was to focus on honesty, integrity and dignity. No small feat for some officers today who still stray and commit crimes themselves. Remember everyone matters. Every moment utilized justly saves lives. Your affirmation to take the reins and to be available to lead others with decency and class cannot ever be overlooked. You were a caring and most compassionate individual. You were cherished and respected from among your peers and possessed the right attitude to intelligently make decisions that have left folks more stable and solidified than ever before. We know your humility and character was just what was needed for peace and unity for all to prosper. Enhancement was always in good hands, now God has your good hands and righteousness wrapped in His palms for eternal safekeeping. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Officer Cook, your legacy of bravery and heroism is the launching pad for other officers to ascribe to perform proudly and with excellence as you always delivered. Only first class in your upbringing and convictions to see things through until their finality.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 31, 2016

A life led by action is better than one spoken by words. You have to pick up your feet and move to coordinate and consolidate positive means. A master collaborator and communicator, you were one of Metro-Dade Police Department's best, Officer Cook. No challenge was too small for you to undertake. First and foremost, you were caring, considerate and honorable. Your mannerisms of dignity and integrity carried over from your home to your job, it made the people of Dade County more at ease. It's the progress through the process that sets the wheels of prosperity, unity and peace turning forward. We can look back and salute a hero of the most humble character with the courage to support your convictions. A commitment to pride and excellence that never wavered. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Truth and justice always was front and center. The Cook Family lived by devotion, faith and determination to help others in their times of need. A beloved gentleman with a kind heart and a keen vision to view things clearly and concisely.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 30, 2016

Victory by honest intentions surely vindicates the heroic actions of any brave officer. Although, victory is only assured when violence is not on the constant move. Your patrols of Dade County and its residents, Officer Cook, were secured with integrity, dignity and a mutual respect for all. You remain admired and loyal for fighting those forces which at times can get the best of us. An outstanding and first class professional in influence, leadership and in character. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero. A legacy of valor and the hope of peace and unity always reigning down upon us.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 30, 2016

You were the consummate gentleman, Officer Cook. You served all Dade County with a consummate pride, distinction and dignity.When honesty and integrity run side by side each other, the end resolution is usually one that is positive in nature. A man's convictions to stay brave, to face any peril under the blankets of valor, we can only salute them. A remarkable career headed in only one direction, upward. But, sadly it is your beloved soul, Officer Cook, the beacon of light and the prayers, the hope of many that shines brightly down upon us. Its rays bathe us like no other hero. A person of reason, a leader who kept the peace while keeping his coolness and faith despite adversity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. God's honor roll of heroic angels seems to tragically increase almost daily, way too many, at least His sacred streets are being scoured and secured by one of the best. A humble and humane Godsend, Officer Cook, you'll always be memorialized as a blessing to our society. You tried your best to head of evil that fateful day. May 16, 1979, won't ever leave our minds, hearts and sincerest prayers.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2016

To leave a legacy of impeccable resolve and to have a great-niece named Legacy. Your family feels so much love and respect for their uncle and great-uncle "Bo" as you called, Officer Cook. I still don't know how you were called Bo. One day I will try to find out. In the meantime, your integrity, honesty and class has and always will come to the surface. You were a very noble, humble and yet you stayed the courses of reality with your beyond the calls of securing peace and safety for all Dade County residents. May you be an inspiration to all who look to begin their careers as police officers of excellent character and the courageousness to ward off the effects of wickedness. You stayed true to colleagues, loyal to your family and displayed an engaging personality to your close personal friends. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. All of our nation owes you, Officer Cook, a large salute and an unwavering debt of gratitude. You made believers of us and enhancement for those fortunate to witness its beauty.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2016

Jumping to conclusions is akin to jumping the gun. Police professionals similarly to other persons should not make hasty assumptions without seeing the completely true picture. You must be astute with the rationale and intelligence to judge by decision what must be done to resolve a dilemma therefore leading to a positive outcome. It was a humble young man's honesty, dignity and integrity that allowed you, Officer Cook, to lead others through those supposed burning bushes. Police officers like firefighters must put out trouble in areas before they progress into much more complex dilemmas. You were forceful when it called for force. Faithful and calm when your influence demanded it. Respected and admired for class, candor and character without any doubt as to how you performed your tasks. Life has tests and challenges, your mission here, Officer Cook, was to accomplish through desire and determination, dignity and the right of all Dade County citizens to reside in unity and in peace. Badge#1664 and the humane gentleman who donned his uniform for six years of service and the commission of good deeds while heroically enhancing preservation for all shall not be forgotten. You upheld the values of humanity and the very reasons why we demand ethics and core values from our bravest of law enforcement personnel. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The mission of your legacy stays bounded by the four corners of: honor, class, devotion and intelligence. Once a bullet leaves its chamber it can never be taken back. Great care must be taken responsibly and discreetly when utilizing any firearm. Standing tall means doing your job sincerely and with the highest intelligence that police work demands from its providers of perseverance and preservation.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2016

I heard about another police shooting in San Diego, California where your mother lives. Mrs. Cook, you have continued living a very blessed life. Your beloved son and our hero here in Dade County, Officer Cook, had all the right credentials to get his tasks done properly. Honesty, dignity and the embodiment of stellar integrity helped him greatly in his pursuits of peace and prosperity, hope and goodwill for those faithful enough to live their lives with value that is instilled in each of us. You were a gallant man, a cherished officer whose duty was to protect and serve. You did that with great pride. With commitment and bravery beyond the calls of duty, you came to aid those in danger and performed in an outstanding professional fashion. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. History will surely demonstrate your legacy of a hero's embrace on mankind. it will be honored and so saluted forever. The desire and dedication that has continued our dreams and trips of hope down those narrow pathways. Watch those who serve us and may your soul, Officer Cook, keep its countenance shining brightly down on this society. Those rays of hope can shield us from the very violence which threatens our futures. There are futures and goals, dreams and aspirations which we look to accomplish. You too had more left to achieve. God knows His faithful servants and assists them in all their missions. Police walk this very tight line with not much give. It can only happen when feedback is given promptly and positively. You listened, Officer Cook and provided proof of your diligence and vigilance.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2016

As I have reflected, Officer Cook, I lead Sabbath services at various Independent and Assisted Living residents in Metropolitan Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. I try my best to listen and assist them whenever necessary. I don't consider myself a hero. I just try to be honest and dignified, stay calm whenever the situation arises. You had to be everything that any police official is expected be. You acted with dignity and class, courage and perseverance, pride and conviction, the commitment to be decent and deliver on your affirmation to reign in terror and make peace and unity words to live our lives for and by. Today, we come to salute your authority of astuteness, your intellect and intuition of diligence, so matter what was happening at any particular moment, the people were safe and happy due to your service and instincts. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. It is inscribed on your gravestone, "We Shall be One," One Nation Under God With Liberty and Justice For All. It took your bravery to exact this very noble and prideful notion of why we live in peace and serenity, Officer Cook. Enhancement is the foundation of why we continue to aspire as you did. Your goal and inspiration was for all to march on in decency and character. The right to pursue quietly and in peace. United We Stand. Divided We Fall. No more falling only standing side by side all people coming together for a common cause.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2016

The fruits of a person's labor are sometimes those humbly heroic actions that go unnoticed. Better to be humble and honest, than treacherous and troublesome. Your life and career, Officer Cook, were the pristine examples of faith, loyalty and confident resourcefulness. You kept your composure and yet acted in an outstanding manner on May 16, 1979, to serve and protect those residents in Dade County who expected and deserved nothing less. They received more than what could be given back to you. If you were here today, Officer Cook, we would all be happy. You left behind a legacy of grace, gallantry and goodwill among all folks. A loving family, loyal comrades who served and battled the roots of evil with you daily have saluted your wisdom, integrity and courage. Your close personal friends have missed your friendship, smile and maturity beyond your years, the vision to see things through. A mission of inspiration well performed. Humanity to all that was built of quality character, conviction and the concentration to peacefully resolve any quarrel that may have arisen. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. It take guts and the right stamina to get things done right the first time. life doesn't always allow do overs. Police don't always get second chances. You made the most of your life, Officer Cook, the driven desire to achieve, the devotion and determination to conquer. Your humility bears out these facts. I'll always miss that opportunity to have known you personally. You were quite a special gentleman with a spirit that reflected your persona. I will keep you in my prayers Mrs. Cook. I hope you enjoyed your trip to Key West a few years ago. I wish I could have driven you down there. We could have caught up on some time reminiscing. Your beloved son was a man among men and his career and life spoke the words of what dignity and integrity can bring in blessings to a servant of God who was righteous in all his ways.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2016

The sands of time cast our fortunes in life. The moments are few. The days and hours are fleeting. One must make the most of that which the Almighty has provided us. He gave you, Officer Cook, the inner spiritual strength to be an honest and faithful policeman. You were born from a loving home and given something most of us do not possess. That certain ability to handle a stress and most rigorous job. But, Dade County and its residents felt your loving embrace, your passionate dignity that was spread far and wide around them. It has maintained them, sustained them and given them opportunity and optimism like never before. You will be remembered and so treasured for bravely coming to our aid. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Life moves on.and yet that reverence and smiling face, yours is terribly missed. You were a friend to all, a blessing and a most humbly and heroic Godsend.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2016

The day starts with hope and optimism, we pray our most dependably loyal and honorable public servants protect and serve us with the courage and dignity necessary to perform their professional tasks. You watched over us, Officer Cook, informed us with integrity and kept your steady hands of peace and prosperity hovering above us. All men and women who risk their lives and careers to benefit us shall be cherished and so honored. You have been saluted for your valor, leadership and the character that comes into your everyday pursuits of passion. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your humble legacy of commitment to excellence shall never be forgotten. Dade County citizens shall always live in enhancement because of your concern and compassion for all.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 29, 2016

They say every man for themselves and yet what has transpired in our land within the last few weeks, I believe we have a role to look after one another. Observing, preserving and protecting Dade County and its citizens was so important to you, Officer Cook. It was your honorable actions, commitment to courage, dignity to be devoted and the integrity to inform and to carry out your professional responsibilities to the letter. And yet we must not forget that sacredness we call life. Yes, your life and police career was the makings of God who sent you here to us to be His blessing for all, a special and uniquely passionate hero. A cherished man with an engaging smile, yet when you needed to get things moving along, there you were to assist and to save your comrades lives and those of the civilians who too become part of that ugly domestic dispute. Your bravery and character were first class as was your valor which has since spoken volumes. It was your caring concern and compassion for all that enabled you to maintain peace and togetherness. Never to be forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. An effort that has helped to exact enhancement forevermore. Police work is an equation. Police plus the people they serve and protect. Two sources coming together as one entity. Each has a distinct role in making America safer again.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 28, 2016

Democracy freedom and unity are all part of the responsibilities of any police officer. They are to be handled with the greatest humility, honor and integrity. The people of Dade County, Officer Cook, have thrived and succeeded because of your heroic dignity. Each of your patrols was marked by diligence, perseverance and common sense approaches to each event that would occur requiring the humble leadership, vision and a calming influence that all people feel safe and serene. Now that you have completed your sacred mission here, Officer Cook, you can rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero, secure in the fact that your legacy has and will speak the decency of character, courage and conviction to pride and excellence for a job well done. In a few months the United States will be electing a new president, hopefully we shall use our privileges properly and comprehend the ramifications of our actions and the liberties that accompany them.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 28, 2016

The toils that are exacted for a daily effort are huge and beyond amazing. Police officers provide us with the much needed peace, unity and liberty. Citizens will prevail one day as they have been for over forty-three years now because of honest and dignified men and women like you, Officer Cook. You were an intense leader who brought their standards up to yours. Dade County reveres its faithful and devout servants and because of your unwavering bravery and character, God has protected you and other heroes and heroines who have completed their missions here. Violence still torments us and confounds our minds, it does not take away our goals, aspirations and responsibilities toward one another. United we stand. Divide we fall. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. One man's sacrifice, one treasured gentleman's kindred spirit flying high guiding our courses in life and our chosen endeavors. We still can carry hope that our dreams will reach fruition.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 27, 2016

The bells of freedom will one day ring loud and forever. God determines our lots in life. He drove your passions, goals and aspirations, Officer Cook, to be the best police officer, one whose humility, honesty and integrity stood out when you were confronted with wickedness. Dade County and its citizens won't forget the smiling young man of heroic character, courage and commitment. These convictions are not found in every public servant, most, not all. A cherished and gifted gentleman with a gallant spirit and unmistakable resolve. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A hero's legacy is to be witnessed and viewed among the many righteous individuals.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 27, 2016

If unity, equality and justice for all could solve the problems of the world which seem to be perplexing for the most sophisticated person, then imagine what it would be like for the hard working bread winner who must pay the bills, keep their kids healthy and just keep a roof over their head. You both worked hard and long hours, Officer Cook, you and Karen. If honesty, integrity and dignity could assist in reigning in terror and evil, this society would indeed be better served. You protected, led and performed your official duties in a noble, decisive and heroic manner. Why at age twenty-five did God have to see your mission here as complete? He took an angel, beloved and gifted to His shelter where you now join in with the spirits of of other comrades who too made the bravest of sacrifices. Your legacy here in Dade County speaks loud and clear the messages of goodwill, faith, hope and perseverance. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Confidence and boldness served you well, Officer Cook, as did humility and being loyal in a devout fashion to all your professional pursuits of happiness and prosperity for every person. Your goal was clear, to serve and preserve the public, determination and dedication steered your paths in life as straight forward as they could have been driven.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 26, 2016

If you allow your conscious to be your guide, then and only then will the honesty, integrity and dignity follow you all your days. Officer Cook, your whole life and police career were predicated on these traits as well as on morals and excellent conduct. It made Dade County and its residents more aware of your engaging presence. One that won't be forgotten. Only honored and remembered for generations to come. Seeing that you were and still are the reasons for enhancements to continue to flourish you should be proud. You would be very happy and humbled. Your family and colleagues have been. You were a righteous man, a Godsend and one courage officer. A public servant sent here on a mission. You paid the ultimate price, yet your sacrifice was for peace and liberty to be cherished and shared by all mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 26, 2016

Decisions. Decisions. We all have to make them during our lives. Though, each new day holds out hope of peace, unity and prosperity for all. Dade County could breathe a collective sigh of relief when you patrolled their safety and serenity, Officer Cook. A loving gentleman whose humility, honesty and dignity was his greatest asset. No one ever forgot your heroic actions that have paved the way for life and faith to channel themselves together. You will always be respected, revered and saluted for your unwavering support in the fight over evil. Its violence still seems to carry its nastiness, though you were outstanding and valiant in your efforts. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your legacy stands for what we as people believe in, quality of character, boldness and the commitment to pride and excellence in performing as a first class professional officer should at all times.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 26, 2016

Decisiveness not divisiveness solves problems. It's within any honest officer's integrity and dignity that resolution begins to take its roots. It started with your home life, Officer Cook ,one of humility and humbleness and the belief that you were going to accomplish that which you set out to do. People change. Police change, it's just the change is one of peace, unity and conformity. And Dade County's citizens can find the air of enhancement, one that your heroic actions left us with a sense of reason. Your soul my neighbor, friend and hero was made from courage with valor and bravery, commitment and pride attached at all times to your uniform and badge of determination, devotion and resourcefulness with faithfulness right there side by side. Rest in peace. With a legacy of kinship, kindness and concern following you on all your patrols in the pursuits of prosperity and hope. Your community that has saluted your professional feats won't forget the gentleman, communicator and a calming influence that was able to lead your colleagues by your exemplary mannerisms.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 26, 2016

As the days of our hot summers make way to the changing of colors in the fall, we remember you, Officer Cook. Your sacrifice has led to our being able to enjoy the sweltering heat that has accompanied our days. I know that on May 16, 1979, when you tried to prevent a domestic issue from becoming more dangerous, it was a hot day. That tragic day has turned to a moment forever in which your dignity and integrity, courage and leadership has been saluted. You will remain cherished and treasured forevermore. Dade County and its residents look no further than what they have in enhancement because of you, Officer Cook, Metro-Dade and its department had one of the very best, outstanding, determined, loyal and faithful. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Your uniform ,badge and care, the compassion for all won't be forgotten.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 25, 2016