Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Police Officer William Coleman Cook

Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida

End of Watch Wednesday, May 16, 1979

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Reflections for Police Officer William Coleman Cook

The smoke billows. The violence and evil seem to march on with their diabolical paths of destruction. Somewhere this must be stopped. You were so fiercely loyal and dedicated to your profession, Officer Cook and your sincerest of efforts helped stop the surge of crime here in Dade County where your heroic legacy, name, heart and honesty will forevermore be blessed and revered. Dignity that devoted its pearls of wisdom, vision and maturity to providing serenity and stability all through your diversified integrity, ingenuity and stellar intellect. Always solemnly saluted for character, commitment and truthfully trusted convictions. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 26, 2021

Rituals and traditions demonstrate as much a role in law enforcement as does one with heroic honor, humility and the heart and soul of both integrity and dignity. Your stellar, sterling and enriching life, Officer Cook, not only had, it forever has a large and vital component to why Dade County can remain peaceful and proud. You took virtue, valor and visibility and made accountability, reliability and durability more than household terms. Your comrades of the past have not only saluted your life and heroism they have solemnly remembered one true and trustworthy warrior. So many things have occurred during these forty-two plus years, a loyal and devoted man of faith pledging his allegiance to everything sacred and humble. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 25, 2021

Character, commitment and conviction all first class, top notch and filled with every word of honor, integrity and dignity, Officer Cook. A Dade County legend so well liked admired and profoundly revered by the world and colleagues,your family misses you and won't ever stop loving and embracing your soul and heart that delivered passion and proficiency to your already upstanding and outstanding efforts. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 25, 2021

The wires of trust and truth must not be severed for mankind will never seem safe and sound. Your compassion, your perseverance, your speech and conduct, Officer Cook, represented the values of what is expected and demanded from solemn public servants of faithfulness, fairness and humility. So strong and young why on earth was your heroic honor,dignity and integrity trampled upon by an evil man impetuous and totally lacking morals and a fiber of character. Dade County won't forget you my neighbor, friend and hero. You will remain treasured and admired for coming to aid and save lives, a mission that keeps marching on through loyalty and dedication of others.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 25, 2021

Challenges certainly test our resolve, virtue and honesty. It's in the characters and respects of dignity, humility and the strength of integrity where achievement navigates. You steered Dade County, Officer Cook, to greater heights and by being present to assist your fellow officers at a time of tension and terror may Our Maker bless, reward and keep your soul aflame with His heavenly kindness,angelic and aware of your voyages now eternally bound. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 25, 2021

Morally straight, meaningful and duly thoughtful. Your grace and goodwill, Officer Cook, preserved the integrity, dignity and honored liberty of all Dade County and society in general. Everyday your life stays affixed in my heart and mind for what your sacrifice means to our hopeful pursuits of health, peace and prosperity, all cornerstones of a virtuous future and one where violence should not have separated your spirit from your wife and beloved family who now carries an essential element within their trails of trust and truth, your legacy stamped, signed and sealed for God to watch over in His perfect kingdom of humbleness. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 25, 2021

Sharp as a tack, I guess there are tricks in the profession where attitude, fortitude and gratitude surely touch one another ever so gracefully. Your heart, soul and pride, Officer Cook, were not just pieced together, they were the everlasting vital parts of your life and character summoning the honor, dignity and integrity which brought tranquility to the folks of Dade County where your heroic actions sacred and humane enlightened the eyes and ears of humility. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 25, 2021

Police are counselors, the conduits of courage, charisma and charm but those traits alone won't always fight adversity. Your heroic honesty, diligence and dignity, Officer Cook, all integrity and intuition which precisely battled evil here in Dade County. A hero of reason, passion and purpose, your earthly missions ended sadly, your heavenly journeys continue unabated and never forgotten, only revered, gallant and cherished. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 25, 2021

Incorporating all your Godgiven humane, heroic and honorable talents to whip the pants off of evil, you tried everyday, Officer Cook, to band together and to create that impression here in Dade County that will forever be deeply cherished, admired and greatly appreciated. Never more integrity, humility and sacred dignity poured into your labors of love and esteem. Your heart, soul and spirit reside with Our Lord above as you now walk your heavenly beat guarding the gates and sidewalks of serenity and perfect peace as an angel with many heroes and heroines. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Today, tomorrow and yesterday you'll always be held in high regards. Badge#1664 was respect, truth and trustworthiness personified.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 24, 2021

Incorporating all your Godgiven humane, heroic and honorable talents to whip the pants off of evil, you tried everyday, Officer Cook, to band together and to create that impression here in Dade County that will forever be deeply cherished, admired and greatly appreciated. Never more integrity, humility and sacred dignity poured into your labors of love and esteem. Your heart, soul and spirit reside with Our Lord above as you now walk your heavenly beat guarding the gates and sidewalks of serenity and perfect peace as an angel with many heroes and heroines. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Today, tomorrow and yesterday you'll always be held in high regards. Badge#1664 was respect, truth and trustworthiness personified.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 24, 2021

A darling young man, a faithfully honest servant of Our Creator steering his passions into the hearts and souls of Dade County, its homes and venues where verification of your living valor was apparent. So much to live for, all your earnest missions and journeys have been spoken about and saluted for everything in class, courtesy and consideration for your fellowman. Heroism, Officer Cook, was stamped with success and endeavor, fully dignified and totally concrete in integrity so stellar, sterling and all sincere. Your smile and sweet nature have forever been missed but never forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 24, 2021

The greatest adversary you had to conquer, Officer Cook, was evil. You had no enemies and your friendship enriched the hunger pangs of society. Humanity that sought peace and received a man's heart of honesty, his veins of virtue and intelligence of everything basic integrity and dignity can bring to Dade County. You were its leader and sacred warrior whose missions should have continued until your retirement. God obviously has other more elaborate plans for His heavenly angel of boldness and mettle. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 24, 2021

The voice, the versatility and the variety of your various attributes, Officer Cook, all with a plan of execution to promote goodwill, safe havens and hope for all Dade County residents. Integrity and dignity were the humane bookends of your heart, soul and precious spirit which had the outstanding character all trusted and well respected this is truth and terror now had better now continue its wanton paths of destruction. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 24, 2021

Such terrible times for our world yet, Officer Cook, your honored and sweet soul and humble heart can watch over your loved ones and those now protecting Dade County as you gave more than adequate effort to be saluted and revered. Virtue and vigor exercising their ingenuity to try and restrain evil as your resolve and resourcefulness was sincerely devoted, determined and highly dedicated. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 24, 2021

Incorporating all your Godgiven humane, heroic and honorable talents to whip the pants off of evil, you tried everyday, Officer Cook, to band together and to create that impression here in Dade County that will forever be deeply cherished, admired and greatly appreciated. Never more integrity, humility and sacred dignity poured into your labors of love and esteem. Your heart, soul and spirit reside with Our Lord above as you now walk your heavenly beat guarding the gates and sidewalks of serenity and perfect peace as an angel with many heroes and heroines. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Today, tomorrow and yesterday you'll always be held in high regards. Badge#1664 was respect, truth and trustworthiness personified.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 24, 2021

Fate and destiny run along those tracks of truth and trust where honesty, courage, dignity and integrity travel. You protected Dade County, Officer Cook, with every cell of your heart and soul never to be forgotten. Such a humble hero still young and solemnly bold, brave and with a character filled with virtue and vigor. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Those foundations you built have continued to stand for justice and pride.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 24, 2021

Police work is no charade. Courage and honesty are the sources of every public servant's batteries of dignity, boldness and integrity. Anything left uncharged will result in possible utter chaos and failure is never acceptable when life teeters on the brink. Dade County, your family and department meant the whole world to you, Officer Cook, a man born with wit and grit yet consumed by consummate mettle and scruples so dearly valued to the causes of harmony. Such a noble and vigilant heart and soul digging deeper to locate reason and fortitude. Your sacred missions of trust, hope, goodwill and reverence shall always be front and center and solemnly saluted for their points of information, ingenuity and intuitive intellect and foresight. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 23, 2021

Character reflecting dignity, desire and the resiliency never to give in to violence. Yours, ethics, principles and scruples, Officer Cook, are the measuring sticks of enhancement, engagement and enrichment, so uplifting, unselfish, so unwavering and tireless to create a broad sense of awareness in and around the Dade County community where your cherished and blessed name of humility forever resides. Its floating around us day and night with its angelic wings and lights never to be extinguished. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Integrity and honor make the trails and paths more noteworthy, truthful and trustworthy.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 23, 2021

Thoughtful, intelligent and impactful, Dade County had hopes, dreams and were looking for a man of versatility and vision, well they got more than that. They humbly received intuition, ingenuity and conviction so truly clear and most trustworthy from a young man, a gentleman who understood his roles, accountability all accentuated and punctuated by sacred journeys on behalf of society. Officer Cook, your wise heart, respectful soul and spirit of humility forever live on in your family. And for giving your life your comrades of the past salute and nobly pay homage to a loyal friend who fiercely fought those battles over evil. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 23, 2021

You left this world as a hero of honor, integrity and humbleness, Officer Cook. Dade County and its folks have forevermore felt your wistful soul, heart and spirit as each new day they touch the concrete where you laid down your life of virtue and diligence for integrity, respect and dignity to spring forward. A public servant of acclaim and acumen always trusted to do the right thing you'll be solemnly saluted for bravery. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 23, 2021

A principle to preach and to practice, its perseverance can be electrifying. A moral used to master dignity, integrity and honesty can be the greatest instrument utilized to battle adversity and wickedness. Whatever scruples, values and ideals you steadfastly maintained during your entire life and career, Officer Cook, were done so with the highest regard for humanity's challenges and tranquil trails and pathways to truth, trust and respect. You honored your beloved parents may they rest in peace and mankind in turn was nurtured and never far from your vision, wisdom and maturity. As many have said it's a shame your paths in life ended forty-two years ago because of one man, one rotten individual who disgraced his family, authority and the ideals and reverence of one man's dreams and inspirations. You are everyone's inspiring hero and warrior of the utmost degree, Officer Cook, sanctity and civility all reside as angels in a perfectly higher venue forevermore. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 23, 2021

The everlasting hands, arms and heart of Our Creator constantly watching over your sweet soul of heroic honor and virtue, Officer Cook, they remain the treasured links to a past where your sense of continuity and courage forged goodwill, hope and faith within the Dade County community where your legacy of sterling integrity, dignity and character grows humbly larger second after second. Just always a shame,a crying tragedy your life ended the way it should never have. Danger, peril, violence and terror strike the hearts of mankind and no one knows when this unrelenting evil will forever abate. You were the consummate and always giving gentleman of gallantry who knew one direction straight forward into harm's way to shear off the top and bottom of this monster that ruins humanity's meaningful pursuits of peace and safe shelters. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 23, 2021

Your honorable, heroic and humane crusades spreading safety, peace and liberty in and around Dade County almost fifty years ago, Officer Cook, have always remained cherished, revered and so humble within your heart and soul of virtue, vigilance and dignity's representative of integrity. Loyal and faithful it's the citizens and your family, colleagues of esteem who won't forget your passionate generosity and the caliber for which you lived and gave the ultimate sacrifice so society may pursue its goals, desires and aspirations. Your spirit lives on as an angel now and for eternity in heaven where you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 23, 2021

Desires and dreams all with modesty. The means to an end are not always so simple to acquire. You lived humbly and heroically, Officer Cook and the residents of Dade County forever honor and pay dignity to a man whose legendary life and career was predicated upon the virtues of trust, truth, respect and being so endearing. May 16, 1979 will forever live on in the hearts, souls and thoughts of your family, peers and the stability your humility brought to mankind. A gracious man with an everlasting smile. That picture of you, Officer Cook, taken nearly fifty years ago lives on in the history books of boldness, bravery and pride. Your parents and you are now resting in peace my neighbors, friends and hero. Mr. and Mrs. Cook, your son Bill or Billy as he was called was the endowment of everything good about family and friendship with his many,many followers and close circle of peers. Justice was number and the safety of all he preserved and laid down his heart and soul for.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 22, 2021

Our Master's schedules are etched in stone and where perfection is located you'll find a flock of many too many angels heroic, honest and certainly dedicated to their humbly challenging professional exploits. You delivered safety, a smile and a ledger worth of peace and prosperity for Dade County, Officer Cook. Sincerely remembered as a warm and loyal brother to Nancy and to so many colleagues of courage and courtesy. Integrity, dignity and character are supposed to be donned and earnestly reflectable as they provide that wise sense of purpose and direction in our very lives. We salute you, Officer Cook, for validating versatility and virtue. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Violence just is nasty, ugly and ruins the intentions of a society wanting peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 22, 2021

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