Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, May 16, 1979
Reflections for Police Officer William Coleman Cook
The Chief Legislator is the Man above, God Himself who listens and sees the calamities and perplexities confronting and confounding our beloved honorable men and women of law enforcement. And you always acquitted yourself, Officer Cook, with virtue and vigilance that has been duly honored and humbly saluted for we know honesty is always the best policy and a dignified gentleman with integrity never runs from danger. You ran that day to rescue and assist your Dade County colleagues while securing the freedoms of all residents. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 7, 2019
Insanity hits home when depraved individuals cowardly scheme to ruin the peace of any community. You served and protected Dade County, Officer Cook, with all your heart, honor, might and humble heroic courage. The valiant are those loyal and immortal souls of excellence who distinguish themselves in commitment, character and conviction. Always well respected and revered for humility and wisdom beyond your years. It will always be so tragic that you were taken so young with more zest and zeal, resolve and goodwill to contribute to humanity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 7, 2019
When lighting strikes you had better beware. When violence breaks out you had be ready for the battle of your life. Officer Cook, you were a terrific young man with a great future ahead if violence did not take you from society, your family and loyal and esteemed brothers and sisters of the Dade County law enforcement communities. A hero of the highest regards for honor, humility and the sacrifice you made with dignity and integrity coming from your crisp and pristine uniform. Always highly thought of and never far from our hearts and minds. Sanctity and civility sure miss your outstanding character, charisma and engaging spirit. Your soul, Officer Cook, continue sits flight paths above watching over your beloved family and those who never run from peril. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 6, 2019
Never a problem, never a worry. Your resounding faith and diligence paved the way for other fine and honest officers to follow in. Heaven has your mortal soul for eternity, Officer Cook, a good man with a golden heart and every bit of humility. That in itself helped to swing the pendulums of your desired dignity and integrity which directed your pursuits of wickedness while shielding Dade County's folks of evil and providing some semblance of tranquility and unity. Honored and paid homage to for humbleness and the correct instincts of ingenuity and intelligent intuitions. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 6, 2019
Being cunning and clever can at times avert actual danger, still being cautious and prudent might be a better plan of action. Your bravery and heroic actions, Officer Cook, everyday and in particular on May 16, 1979, saved the people and your esteemed and faithful colleagues. All the caring, concern and consideration went into rescuing humanity from a terrible man. God has your cherished soul in His haven of ferocity forevermore to be gracefully honored and solemnly saluted. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 6, 2019
Spirited and faithful, you were a detail oriented man, Officer Cook, dedicated to the trust and conservation of Dade County's citizens. Always professional, upright in honesty, dignity and integrity , you heroism and character shall always be so honored and richly remembered. Serenity and unity, we strive for complete and happy lives, it was sad yours, Officer Cook, was taken by a man of evil who perpetrated this against society and your colleagues. Rest in peace my neighbor,friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 6, 2019
The deranged, the devious and the diabolical will someday have their plans of violence and evil severely punished by Our Creator. He who can mete out retribution for taking innocent lives of ordinary people and those cherished, brave and honest souls of distinction who portray perseverance and resolve as well as their classic and heroic dignity and integrity. Your soul, Officer Cook, that represented Dade County has been on a special and very unique journey guiding all of our future women and men on missions of fruition and success. Violence, terror and evil demand excellent care and they need to be taken out of circulation. Always well thought of and never forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 5, 2019
Maturity that is now multiplied among the twenty plus thousand of heroes and heroines soaring in the heavens above. Nothing but the love and grateful admiration, respect and reverence for you, Officer Cook, a Dade County hero of honor, humility and civil pride. It took a life and career of excellence and ingenuity to rise above all else to protect and administer aid to a city and a community that continues honoring your pledges to justice, truth and trust. Your life, Officer Cook, has been and will forever be bravely saluted, solemnly humble and humane putting peace and unity back on mettle and moral's maps of mercy and goodwill. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 5, 2019
Diversity brings together the multitude of citizens from different nationalities. You were a deliverer, warrior and honorably heroic man, Officer Cook. The esteem of Dade County was on the line in the heat of the battles daily and your superior character, dignity and integrity saved more souls than you could ever imagine. A spirit of generosity, sincerity and the curiosity of a courageous man of gallantry patenting goodwill, faith and compassion among mankind. Never more revered, remembered and respected for principles, values and the ideals of ingenuity, independence and intuition. Humanity has been endowed with a newer sense of aspirations, peace and joy for which our journeys may continue. Yours, Officer Cook, were short circuited by callous and wanton violence all from one man. Never again. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 5, 2019
Vague is not vigilance. The purpose of diligence is to make one more aware of their environment. Dade County was valiantly protected by you, Officer Cook and your resourceful resolve and resilient honor, dignity and integrity. You certainly enjoyed your work and never gave more effort and desire to heroically stop an evil man. Character, mettle and morals all contribute mightily to any outcome and of course your family and comrades wished things had not gone so wrong that day. badge#1664 stands blessed in the eyes and ears of Our Lord and your acumen and decency will be saluted and rewarded for civility and in assisting humanity with its safety and prosperity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 5, 2019
Reinforcements only help to stabilize any given circumstance and on May 16, 1979, that was exactly what you were , Officer Cook, along with your last partner, Reserve Officer Scott Lincoln. The savior of Dade County who rose to the challenge and saved your colleagues and the residents from Mr.Pearsall inflicting further damage and possible mortality. Although, you were taken way too soon, Officer Cook. Your character was consistent with your dignity, honesty and integrity and surely humility and sanctity were placed back on the streets where they rightfully belonged. Your family, comrades and friends all pay homage to your heroic actions of mercy and loyalty. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 5, 2019
Toys are for kids. Weapons are to be utilized properly while defending your peers and civilians whom you took a sacred oath to preserve. Dade County was steered by your courage and convictions to deliver peace and goodwill, Officer Cook. A hero of humble proportions whose honor and bravery made the character in your integrity and dignity stand strong in bringing stability and security to your community. Always saluted and honored for decent and heroic compassion to mankind. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 5, 2019
Dependability and reliability are the important cogs of honesty, integrity and dignity. So help any officer whoever shirks that sacred trust of the people they serve and protect. You were a gallant and humble young man, Officer Cook, blessed with heroic humility and the wisdom that navigated your trails of truth and justice for all Dade County. Police work is not an adventure it is the acumen and awareness that all faithful and loyal men and women function under. You were a superior human being whose soul of peace and tranquility has been rewarded and blessed for facing violence face to face. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 5, 2019
Accountability accentuates a loyal man's hunts for peace and journeys for justice. Loyal and beloved, your comrades, Officer Cook, have fondly remembered your true character, heroic and honorable.It saved the people of Dade County innumerable harm. Integrity and dignity are the sparks of serenity and they were delivered by a proven veteran . Sadly, your life and career, Officer Cook, were cut too short by an evil man trying to carry on a sadistic domestic situation. Fortitude and ferocity worked their clarity when you patrolled the corridors of a community that treasured, revered and respected your inner humility. With a heart of gold and a cherished soul of enhancement you can be sure you are never forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 4, 2019
Sometimes a little finagling might bring you closer to finality in solving a circumstance, resolving a conflict, tearing down terror. Just remember so long as you complete your assignments with unwavering and unselfish honesty, dignity and the core of integrity. Dade County was well protected and served by your nobility and sense of direction and dedicational leadership skills, Officer Cook. Its citizens were given a renewed lease on life by your sacrifice. A very heroic and cherished young man , congenial and courageous transcending every last ounce of character and excellence to exact evil from its roots so safety, security and humbleness would find its locations of learning and logic. A hearty salute for your devotion and loyal determination to make society great once again. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Esteem is earned. Energy is expended in order for hope to ring loudly. Passion is great. Proficiency is demanded from all public servants.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 4, 2019
The premium for perseverance and resolve is honesty and heroism's calls for humility. The greatest affection and esteem that you possessed, Officer Cook, for your critical position of trust, truth and fighting tenacity on behalf of Dade County and its folks. Focused on desire, dignity and integrity, you were a morally upright man of gallantry whose courage and resolve have been solemnly etched and inscribed upon walls and in the hearts and minds of your wonderful family and close knit brothers and sisters who went to battle evil with you. A command of character and principles usually vaults a public servant into a range where they can at least begin their ascendence into a war over such an aggressive monster. Violence surely incorporates every ounce of wickedness to whip up those tides of tyranny and torment. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 4, 2019
Your hopes and dreams , Officer Cook, were to dash the desires of evil people and to formulate a plan of action for Dade County to live freely and in safety. The nets were cast far and wide in your attempts to reel in ruination which evil and turmoil cause. The ultimate sacrifice which you gave to your community, Officer Cook, meant the values and mettle, the morals and character that integrity and dignity bring to an all important profession and we give thanks for your courage and humility all sealed forever in God's tents of trust and perfection. Your angel wings will take you higher and higher as your soul of peace ascends those boundaries not yet in our sights. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 4, 2019
A lesson is the reason to keep learning. A life lost suddenly is one to be honored and revered. Contemplation requires a train of thought in which integrity, wisdom and dignity cast a certain realistic perception. Dade County needed your presence, Officer Cook, stumbling, bumbling and fumbling will never ease the burdens of violence. They will unfortunately cause situations to become more heated and intense. You were an excellent officer, Officer Cook, constructed to be fair and firm when necessary. A man of trust and truth whose role in mankind was to prevent adversity while sheltering us from evil. A hero forevermore whose humility and deliberate civility will be so humanely honored. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 4, 2019
Flattery is fine so long as ferocity maintains the everpresent battle over evil. You deserved to live, Officer Cook, your life and honor had more to offer this world. It was a shame and tragedy to have been taken so soon. your dignity, integrity and character humbly delivered the goodwill and resiliency Dade County was looking for.A heroic legend that humanity will not forget. You continue to be honored and respected for your superior leadership and motivation that endeared yourself to your family, friends and esteemed and brave comrades. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 4, 2019
Heroism and honesty form the most dignified and integrated team that can defeat terror. No doubt your humbleness and thoughtful attitude, Officer Cook, helped to circumvent callousness here in Dade County. The labor can be exhausting the efforts must be efficient, yet no doubt you will be remembered and saluted for character, commitment and the convictions to resolve conflict leading to our peace, stability and happiness in all our earthly journeys. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 4, 2019
Supremacy only belongs to the Master of the Universe. We are God's creatures chosen after birth to carry out a specific purpose in life. Yours, Officer Cook, was to be a superior public servant and you surely never disappointed your family, comrades or friends. Fruition must have a valid reason and your aspirations of acumen and trust were founded on the missions of truth and devotion. A man of principle and faith honoring His Lord and staying unbiased, dignified and full of humble and heroic integrity. It led your squads and enabled you to to demonstrate leadership through motivation and mettle, resolve and resourcefulness to be humanely and masterfully honored forever. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 3, 2019
Supremacy only belongs to the Master of the Universe. We are God's creatures chosen after birth to carry out a specific purpose in life. Yours, Officer Cook, was to be a superior public servant and you surely never disappointed your family, comrades or friends. Fruition must have a valid reason and your aspirations of acumen and trust were founded on the missions of truth and devotion. A man of principle and faith honoring His Lord and staying unbiased, dignified and full of humble and heroic integrity. It led your squads and enabled you to to demonstrate leadership through motivation and mettle, resolve and resourcefulness to be humanely and masterfully honored forever. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 3, 2019
Police have to be diplomats of sorts, but they are not by any means saints or choirboys. You were a hero, humble and so honorably endearing, Officer Cook. It's what made you the the supremely finest officer who toiled and tore down barriers leading to peace and hopeful prosperity. The eyes of all remember your days and life guiding your family and department through adversity. A terrible and most untimely loss to your family and peers. Dignity and integrity running up and down in your uniform and sterling character. You'll be richly, faithfully and solemnly saluted for service with a smile and tenacity always on par with humility securing society. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Whatever was required you answered the bell, Officer Cook, willingly with boldness and proven bravery now imparted on your angel wings so your soul of serenity may soar higher each day.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 3, 2019
To err on the side of caution, it takes a demonstrative effort to reign in terror, evil and violence. It seems like every other day another senseless, brutal and cowardly act of wickedness shears this great country apart. Your honorable and dignified effort, Officer Cook, placed integrity back into the hearts and souls of citizens here in Dade County. A rather large metropolis nothing like New York or California, though an area far and wide spanning north, south east and west. You patrolled those corridors that took your directional gyroscope to with class,desire and character. The actions of one man last Friday in Virginia Beach , Virginia took twelve innocent lives and the police eventually killed the man responsible as did your friend and comrade, Detective Blocker take out the man liable for taking your life , Officer Cook, during the fulfillment of your official duties. Bold, bright, humble and heroic, they made you a legend to be so honored and saluted to be solemnly remembered for aiding and saving lives not be forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Passion is one thing. Care, concern and consideration can stop an escalation of evil from rearing its ugly teeth of terror.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 3, 2019
Faith and devotion help direct the compasses of dedicated and determined courage throughout a region. A response of resolve and honesty at least helps put together the pieces of a puzzle sometimes so hard to place back together. All the dignity and integrity you maintained steadily, Officer Cook, was redirected back unto the streets and corners of Dade County. Your home where you lived with your beloved folks and sister and where you and your beloved Karen purchased a home to live peacefully. Fate and destiny drew you to that scene in Liberty City where you endeavored to calm down a man of anger and torment. Terrible it was leveled at the establishment and at the civilians who look for some semblance of harmony and tranquility riding on their wings. For giving your life and career, Officer Cook, may the Almighty reveal His countenance and may His grace shine brilliantly upon your treasured soul. The embodiment of character , commitment and the intuition of conviction, the intelligence of wisdom and vision. Always that maturity way ahead of the crowd. Valiant and mighty humble. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 3, 2019