Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, May 16, 1979
Reflections for Police Officer William Coleman Cook
A gentleman of character, heroic faith, dignity and integrity who surrounded himself as you did, Officer Cook, with every fiber of trust and true honesty to be saluted and never overlooked. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 13, 2026
Faithful until the end. Dade County will always remember your heroic actions of that fateful day, Officer Cook, saluting integrity, dignity and honored character as you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 12, 2026
Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero Officer Cook. A man of virtue, faith and reverence all blessed by heroism, heart and a soul of integrity, dignity and character.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 11, 2026
Laughter fills the air. Yet, sorrow and grief let out a big yell so thunderous the whole world can hear. The anguish, agony and grief over your untimely demise, Officer Cook, serving Dade County only reinforces the strength your family has endured to carry onwith your heroic legacy. Integrity, honesty, dignity and truly trustworthy character to be saluted and remembered humbly. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 10, 2026
Decency, desire, devotion and dedication all take their direct cues from a heroic heart and soul driven by honor, compassionate character, loyal dignity and integrity that was spread far and wide here in Dade County where you, Officer Cook, lived a humbly blessed life of esteem, virtue and valor and now as your family's loving angel of awareness and acumen may you forever rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 9, 2026
Under the cross of your heroic grave, Officer Cook, lies a man of decency, devotion and faithfulness all uplifting integrity, wisdom and character so honored and most notably and humbly blessed just as your unselfish and unrelenting dignity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 8, 2026
Integrity, dignity and honorable character all heroic stoked your flames of compassion and dedication, Officer Cook, on behalf of Dade County citizens. Always saluted for virtue, heart and a blessed soul of humility you will never be forgotten for your sacrifice that brought peace and stability to your beloved community as you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 7, 2026
So much humility and caring all fondly and solemnly remembered by Dade County, Officer Cook, the hero in your bloodlines coated by integrity, loyalty and the unselfish efforts of character, honesty and dignity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 6, 2026
Rest in peace Officer Cook, my neighbor, friend and hero of heroism, decency and dignity that lied within your heart, soul and spirit of integrity and the truest of character, chsrisma and endeavor that loyally served Dade County residents.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 5, 2026
The role of a public service officer is to heroically serve the public which you accomplished, Officer Cook, with straightforward fortitude and faith all driven down the paths and trails of reverence and dignity all placed within honor, integrity and character's wings of virtue. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 4, 2026
Your family stays happy as they continue your heroic legacy, Officer Cook, by fulfilling their dreams, goals and aspirations just as you would have done. Mankind and Dade County were created for your pursuits of freedom, stability and peace that were your earthly missions of heart and soul, humility following dignity, character, integrity andhonor down the trusted trails of truth and perseverance. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 3, 2026
Humble, blessed and heroic. It was your total being, Officer Cook, that served, protected and saved the people of Dade County from a much worse fate. God surely took a great and noble man back to heaven having given the ultimate sacrifice of esteemed and loyal dignity, honor and cherished integrity and character all truly trustworthy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 2, 2026
Capsulated in your character, commitment and convictions, Officer Cook, Dade County will forever remember your heroism defending evil and delivering upon your sacred words of honor, integrity and unselfish dignity all angelically revered as you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Valued, esteemed and cherished forevermore.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 1, 2026
A young man who gave every ounce of acumen, awareness and astuteness to accentuate his service with Dade County. Officer Cook, your whole treasured and esteemed life of public service sheltered our peace and humble stability. Integrity, dignity and honest character that was heroically angelic. Never forgotten and always saluted for bravery and boldness all faithful, true and trustworthy. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 28, 2026
To be treasured is to be humbly respected. Officer Cook, the superlatives of your heroic life and police career capsulate your undying and unwavering pursuit of peace here in Dade County where you stay forever saluted and remembered. Integrity, dignity and honorable character all delivering that sense of peace and pride as only a truly trustworthy angel could accomplish. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Sorely missed never forgotten. Badge#1664 was diligence and devotion nestled in dedication's wings of wonder.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 27, 2026
To forgive is divine. To be revered is eternal and believe me, Officer Cook, you'll forever be paid homage and saluted for saving the folks of Dade County spreading loyalty and friendship far and wide. Our stability, peace and liberty were given by you making the ultimate sacrifice of goodwill, character and by having demonstrated your integrity and angelic dignity all heroic. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 26, 2026
Officer Cook, you my neighbor, friend, angel and hero were a devout savior and protector of Dade County. It was the location where vibrant honesty, dignity and integrity of your humbly blessed character achieved beyond the calls of duty. Such respect stays forever esteemed and treasured as you rest in peace with other men and women who sacrificed their lives for truth and trust to stay implanted in every home.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 25, 2026
Your family has forever missed your inspiration, handsome smile and humbly heroic heart and soul these past forty-six years. So much promise and more life ahead, God took your paths and trials of trust and true professionalism where they belonged here in Dade County serving its people. Integrity, dignity, honesty and outstanding character now soaring higher each second as you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Reverence and skillful endeavor to remain cherished and solemnly saluted.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 24, 2026
The scopes of serenity, liberty and sense came through you, Officer Cook. A gentleman, a young officer of hope, faith and heroic goodwill who laid his life of heart and soul, character, integrity and honored humility and dignity on the line to passionately protect the people of Dade County who have not forgotten you ever. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Respect, trust and true allegiance went into every aspect of your daily life and profound career.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 23, 2026
When disturbance interrupted society and the serenity here in Dade County, Officer Cook, your demeanor and professionalism all shined through like a knight in shining armor. Complete and replete with valiant decency, honor, integrity and dignified character it was and will forever be saluted. Respect and diligence always enhanced our world and your beloved community where now as an angel may you rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 22, 2026
Your professional personality, Officer Cook, was heroic, blessed with acumen, awareness and dignity that was honorable and filled with outstanding chatacter and integrity that served Dade County mightily. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. A man filled with desire, decency, devotion and faithful dedication.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 21, 2026
Class, character, commitment all heroically completed as your life and career was suddenly taken by some evil man's violence against police. Dade County was given the tunnels of peace and liberty because of your unselfish and dignified actions angelically blessed with honor and reverent integrity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 20, 2026
Fruition and faith followed your ferocity, Officer Cook, down those heroic paths and trails here in Dade County. A warrior who carved his niche upon his beloved community with cherished and loyal work bringing freedom to every door. Your fortitude and integrity all unselfish and unwavering worked as did your unassuming dignity, character and honor to be humbly saluted. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 19, 2026
A confident person never once lets their guard down because if that ever happened the public safety would be imperiled. You were a confident and heroic young man, Officer Cook, your supervisors and colleagues all recognized your talents of true trust and humbly blessed dignity, honor and character that was angelically fortified with integrity, loyal and staunch commitment that is humanely saluted. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Actions speak louder than words and respect hovers above all else.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 18, 2026
A friend and comrade until the end. Your heroic heart and soul protected the citizens of Dade County quite well. The honesty, character, dignity and integrity were so true and trustworthy to form an outstanding defense against violence. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. Angels really soar and you will forever be saluted and greatly admired for aiding your fellow officers, Officer Cook.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 17, 2026