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

Deplorable and downright despicable, that is the dire urgency to unravel unrelenting violence from this society. To make mankind and humanity feel more at ease. Dade County and it folks had their safety restored all by your esteemed and brave heart, Officer Cook. Those wildfires of wisdom, maturity, dignity and integrity really did burn brightly and it will forever be a crying shame society was deprived of more humility coming from your endearing trust and true. God has you forever safeguarded from hurt, Officer Cook, you were a hero so loyal and humanely honest in all your professional tasks. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 7, 2019

Never call a person an idiot for ingenuity can come from anyone's own humble mind. Intuition maybe that mother of all inventions and surely your grace and integrity, Officer Cook, was put to the test to see if dignity and character do matter at all. They do and they did for a warrior as yourself who championed the causes of civilization. Sanctity and resolve accompany humanity on some of its wildest of voyages. Yours now and forever is perfectly safe and serene with no harm ever bothering your spirit again. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 7, 2019

No matter one's race or rank the blood of a hero is to be reverently honored as is their soul. They gave their remarkable resolve, full headed ferocity, tireless energy and bountiful boldness to save and shield society from unending wickedness. You placed yourself in harm's way, Officer Cook, to serve Dade County and its fine residents. Never doubting your steal will ironclad dignity and countless integrity all now soaring higher on those wings of gentle fruition. One day, Officer Cook, your family will see you and have a great big old greeting for that smiling face. The stars are out at night heroism and humbleness walk together on that proverbial beat preserving those gates of of goodwill and gladness. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 7, 2019

Panic only pushes those buttons and disturbs the nature of honor, respect and the esteem of integrity and dignity. You push and try your best to calm and to eradicate wanton evil, Officer Cook, on behalf of Dade County's citizens. Where is the fairness for one man dedicated and duly faithful to his colleagues? Today, serenity and security all came about through your goodwill and humane gestures to pursue happiness while searching for what was upsetting the quote unquote apple cart. Character is not just handed down, it's preached and practiced in every home. Your parents, Officer Cook, raised you and Nancy, your big sister to be valuable citizens whose tools and toil helped to shape a more balanced environment. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 7, 2019

Violence is like a ball that never stops bouncing. It bangs off of walls and creates a most frustrating nuisance for everyone. Dade County and its folks had your love and esteem, Officer Cook, fighting through those mazes where mayhem and mischief look to gain the upper hand. A battler full of energy and honesty to support those pillars and posts where perseverance and resolve came from your most gifted and heroic heart of gold. It was caring,concerned and grateful and now humanity can forever salute your humility. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 7, 2019

Those diabolical darts seem to find the wrong targets usurping the quiet and safe trails of the people. They seek shelters of freedom and unity and that's all you ever wanted for Dade County, Officer Cook. A man born of honor, thirsting for tenacity, hungry for dignity and itching for integrity. Sadness ruled that day when your character and heroic commitment to pride and values was stolen right out from under your family who still loves,admires and misses you very much , Officer Cook. Never floundering and always on top of your tasks and assignments. A bright smile now all in heaven being protected by Our Maker. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 7, 2019

Adieu and farewell are for just now. For having the humane, honored and most humbly heroic savvy, Officer Cook, may your immortal soul of peace and wisdom be forever remembered and blessed. Dade County was steered down the righteous trails whenever you patrolled and for sacrificing your life of enhancement and endearing personality may your treasured legacy shine on in those perfectly gallant spots above. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 7, 2019

One gifted with mettle and morals can exert some power over a monster in terror. You were a pleasant man, Officer Cook, with a caring talent to lead others through danger. Here in Dade County you carried yourself in a very humble, heroic and honored manner. You have remained a legend whose name and character will be forever etched along with your composed dignity and integrity that delivered peace of mind and hopeful stability to a community that salutes your professional demeanor. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 6, 2019

Wars are not welcome. Wickedness surely ushers in ugliness and sometimes tragedy. Police risk their lives, their honesty and bravery to keep dignity and integrity on the same shelves. Dade County was made more intuitive because of your caring heart, Officer Cook. Concern and consideration right next to kindness, hope and the faith of character and goodwill. You surely created a name to be honored forever as a legend. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Steering the currents of courage and motivation,God knows His flock of angels perfectly.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 6, 2019

Struck down in the prime of life. A young man happy and smiling because you cherished your work and were honest and dignified as spelled out by your department manual. Integrity all incorporated into making Dade County and its folks secure and safer once more. Officer Cook, your heroic actions and character brought a surer resolve to a community that today salutes and reveres your memory. A little less safer by your absence, commitment and conviction all thew work of ingenuity and invention. Values and ideals, principles and scruples now blessed and humbly watched over by the Lord Himself.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 6, 2019

The foundations have been built. The cornerstones have been serenely constructed. It's honor and reverence that releases its dignity and integrity upon mankind. Your blessed soul and name, Officer Cook, acted incredibly well for twenty-five years of life and for six years of all too short service to the Dade County community where you remain admired and quite cherished for maintaining devotion, decency and determination amid the calamity that was unfolding that sad day. We salute your gallantry and grit from top to bottom. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 6, 2019

Serving with strength and might, that was the fight over evil and indifference, yet, it was never around when badge#1664, yours, Officer Cook, preserved Dade County and its folks from very awful trouble. For having heroism,integrity and the honest intuitions of dignity may God bless your immortal soul that was unwavering and humbly unselfish. Saluted for bravery and boldness that character and commitment support. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 6, 2019

The pride and perseverance ride together in the parade of honesty, integrity and the endeavor of integrity. Dade County was well taken care of by your heroic embrace, Officer Cook. Never a doubt how you would turn out. Respectful. Resourceful and very resolute. With tenacity and ferocity teaming up we had our tranquility and stability. Enhancement and humility walking those humble beats in the layers of blue above. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 6, 2019

Your destinies , Officer Cook, were honorably transported to Our Maker's heaven above. A solid life and a career headed for further achievement if not for a rotten individual taking your special soul of peace, dignity and integrity from your treasured family and professional mates of mettle and values. Always heroic and very well respected and greatly regarded. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Character, wisdom and the vines of vision led your navigation in and around Dade County.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 6, 2019

Sincerity leaps right off of the heart's diving board into a sea of honesty, nobility and the respect of both integrity and the wisdom of dignity. Wise and mature beyond your years, Officer Cook, faithful and fruitful in all your assessments and assignments to prevent more crime and to preserve the quality of life for Dade County and its people. Mankind and humanity cherish and revere those capable men and women all brave and bold beyond those scopes of responsibility. And through it all character and principles must be distributed to all desiring hope and goodwill through your spirit of heroic proportions. Violence, hate and terror comprise that terrible trio of wanton torment that frustrates society's attempts to move forward freely and smoothly. All well remembered and respected for conveying positive vibrations that are now felt from the skies above where you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 5, 2019

Innovation is called into action to battle against insightful violence. Yet, it's integrity and the full measures of honesty and dignity that may bring a peaceful closure to a rather pressing and difficult set of circumstances. All during your career and life of humility and respect, Officer Cook, did you solemnly and faithfully carry Our Master's directions into your most relevant and loyalest of journeys. Missions of character and heroism never to be forgotten nor put on a shelf to gather the dust from the ceiling. Your immortally humane soul that brought safety and harmony to Dade County may soar as high as a bird with angel's wings so perfect and pristine. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. As the Day of Atonement arrives Tuesday night, the Jewish version of the holy day of Yom Kippur may our world of many backgrounds, creds and people be made safer and more humble by your soul watching over us as it has for eternity. Your family, peers and friends all miss you, Officer Cook, your charm, charisma and captivating smile.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 5, 2019

Tyrants do not belong among the free. If they commit acts of violence may justice be fair, firm and most swift. You were a calming person, Officer Cook, amid the chaos and mayhem that seemed to be overwhelming Dade County that tragic day when God called badge#1664 back to heaven to walk those gentle and prefect proverbial beat watching over those gallant and most pearly gates. For having unwavering, undying and very loyal honor, dignity and integrity, may your character, commitment and convictions all be so richly blessed and rewarded by our Merciful God of reason and judgment. A career and life of heroism wisely directed by Our Lord's humble hands of faith and encouragement. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 5, 2019

The process takes its genesis from one's own home environment. And from there as one grows up and experiences the humility of wisdom, vision and maturity things then start to become more important. The police academy and the application part of wanting to become an officer take on a deeper meaning and dimension. The directions are clear as are those emissions to become a valued and most reliable public servant. A life and career, Officer Cook, spurred on by confidence, humble and brave, dignity and the fabrics of integrity so crisp and clear. You donned a badge and uniform of distinction and unwavering, unselfish humility sacred to all pursuits of crime and your passions followed beside your compassionate demeanor. For giving your life on behalf of Dade County and its residents may your heroic soul be so solemnly saluted, honored and forevermore etched in your family's hearts, your comrades' hearts and in your close personal friends of which there were many because of your engaging nature. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 5, 2019

Never tepid nor lukewarm, just the right temperature for defending the liberty and unity of all mankind and Dade County, Officer Cook. A personable man of refined dignity and wisdom, humble, decent and just plain honorable in all your professional affairs. Forty plus years later you are honored, remembered and saluted for having the heroism and character that stands for everything transparent. Society and humanity battle everyday those demons of impending doom and sometimes disaster and there you were on May 16, 1979 as you were every moment of your career, Officer Cook, to endeavor to steer our community free and clear of impending evil and terror. One person can have that domino affect and many heroes and heroines that have the goods of greatness and humility working in tandem to restore vigor and class to a civilized region. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Trust, truth and justice are now those rudders in heaven looking to navigate all future officers in the direction. Peace, hope and goodwill lie ahead of them. may their journeys be safe, sound and tranquil.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 5, 2019

Memories cannot be dismissed. Indignation cannot be allowed to interrupt the daily flow of faith, goodwill and prosperity. To each his or her own, just remember happiness and joy are freedom's reminders of why we have women and men honored, humble and gallant out on the perilous streets and corners securing and preserving our values and ideals. All in a day's work, Officer Cook, were your talents, skills and mettle applied to give Dade County a unique blend of undercoating. For your smile, courtesies and politeness may heaven and its constellations shine ever so brightly upon your humane and most heroic soul of distinction. and character. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 5, 2019

Maintenance just helps one keep up with the daily rigors of their all too important positions. It's where securing and protecting any community becomes vitally challenging. Dade County was your home, Officer Cook, where you grew up with your sister, Nancy, your parents and married your beloved Karen. The violence that took you from them and your colleagues has served to reinforce why good people hard working public servants must strive to function with honor, integrity and dignity. Having robust resolve and resiliency surely assists in staving off evil. But, all you can do is remain focused on having character and commitment to both excellence and pride. Your uniform and badge you now wear for eternity has those traits of one heroic and tenacious warrior. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 5, 2019

Quality and the honor that comes with the dignity and fortitude to protect integrity shall remain an integral part of your heroic legacy. It was and always will forever be the grateful citizens of Dade County, Officer cook, whom you served with hope, devotion and steadfast loyalty. A charming man with charisma and courage patrolling an area for some semblance of security and stability. Humility and passion now in God's kingdom where heroes and heroines all angels walk that sacred and serene golden beat. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A gentleman devout and faithful who answered his calls of duty with acumen and sincere clarity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 5, 2019

Even tempered, level headed and relatively calm under pressure and duress is where honest and noble men and women pitch their tents of loyalty and integrity. They canvass an entire area looking for stability and come across the shrewdness of serious trouble. And it is very sad when a young man,a gentleman of wisdom, maturity and vision , yours, Officer Cook, has those lights put out forever by one man's wicked rants and revenge against steadfast and trustworthy officers who look to succeed in the wars over violence. Dade County was where your credibility and candor were focused and all the humbleness, heroism and confidence to make peace a realistic factor in our very lives where joy, unity and prosperity shall reign down rather than an eruption of wanton evil and torment. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A baseball field is where dreams are made and where you patrolled, Officer Cook, every corner and venue were your humble roots and aspirations, now legendary inspirations forever in eternity.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 4, 2019

Tangoing with terror and evil is not ever going to be simple and mundane. No matter the mettle and morals, composed honesty, desirable dignity and ever present integrity those wars are going to be a sure tussle. Domestic violence leaves scars that never disappear as they take innocent lives. Your trips around Dade County, Officer Cook, were supremely brave and bold with a legacy of heroism that will stay with your family, friends and comrades forevermore. Peace and freedom demand expert concern and consideration, your life and career was and is going to be revered, respected, admired and cherished. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. The big reunion in heaven above is surely replete with angels of valor and humility. Wit and ferocity scanning our venues and corners with grand concern.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 4, 2019

Callousness is not cute. It is the very acts of violence accentuated and perpetrated by plain old nasty and evil people. You were sent on a special mission, Officer Cook, to hunt down wickedness in and around the pillars and posts of all Dade County in an effort to resurrect goodwill and hope among its citizens. For having a multitude of dignity, desire and honorable and heroic integrity mat the Lord forever bless and reward your immortal soul of ideals and wisdom. All the assurances and acumen to carry you through six loyal years of undying and unwavering engagement. You tried that day, officer Cook, to stop a very wayward man from creating mayhem and all sorts of evil. The Lord fulfilled your heroic and humble dreams, goals and fruitful aspirations. Your legacy shines brightly as it beautifies those sacred and pristine gardens above. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Channeling humanity with relevance and undeniable resolve, keep looking down on your beloved family and peers who seek justice and truth.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 4, 2019

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