Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Who does God's work will get God's pay, However long may be the day. He does not pay as others pay, In gold, or land or raiment gay, In goods that perish or decay: But God's high wisdom knows the way, And this is sure, let come what may- Who does God's work will get god's pay.I see thee in the starry field, I see thee in the harvest's yield, In every breath, in every sound, An echo of thy name is found. The blade of grass, the simple flower, bear witness to thy matchless power. For the wisdom, fortitude and bravery you showed that day of May 16, 1979, my neighbor ,friend and hero, Officer Cook, you certainly deserve the the reward you are reaping eternally. your family, friends and colleagues are missing your smiling face, and positive outlook you displayed so often during your lifetime of 25 years. Rest in peace and keep watching and protecting us from the Heavens above along with your fellow colleagues who made the ultimate so that we here in this world can enjoy that what you were can no longer enjoy. I will always continue to keep your mom, Mrs. Julia Cook in my thoughts and prayers.I still either walk or ride by your home in North Miami Beach, Florida where you grew up and spent your formative years.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 5, 2012

There is a destiny that makes us brothers, None goes his way alone: All that is sent into the lives of others Comes back into our own. My neighbor, friend and hero Officer Cook, you were very successful during your lifetime and even though you life was tragically cut short you achieved more than most who live many decades. You left this world a better place because of how you lived your life and the upbringing by your beloved parents who enabled you to grasp the finer points of life. I read that you enjoyed being as photographer, so you certainly appreciated the beauty that this world and its surroundings have to offer. You laughed, lived and loved and it is this legacy which your family can truly and proudly carry on as your memory and beautiful soul shines brightly from the Heavens above. Rest in peace and know I'll never forget your brave actions of May 16, 1979. With July 4th coming up it is because of you and your fellow blue angels patrolling Heaven's pearly gates that we can celebrate with our families. As a nation and community we cannot forget your ultimate sacrifice, and I still cry when I think of you even though I never had the pleasure to meet you and your lovely family other than your niece, Gina Wilkerson, her husband and their children, who you would be very proud of.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 30, 2012

Bite off more than you cam chew: Then chew it. Plan more work than you can do: then do it. Hitch your wagon to a star: and there you are. Dream, plan, work, and have faith in God. Dreams are the touchstones of our characters. Officer Cook, my neighbor, friend and hero, you were not afraid to dream I'm sure and to aspire to loftier goals. you succeeded and exceeded every one of your desires in life. I'm sorry my family and I never got the opportunity to meet a really super human being as classy as you and your family were. I have been meaning to call Mrs. Wilkerson, unfortunately my family in February has had to mourn the loss of my mother-in-law. Rest in peace and know you made the world a better and safer place because of your relentless commitment to law and order. I'll always say a prayer for your mother, Mrs. Julia Cook.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 21, 2012

Intelligent planning, sincerity, and perseverance are necessary for success. The light of your precious soul will never be extinguished. Rest in peace me neighbor, friend and hero Officer Cook. I'll always keep your mother Mrs. Julia Cook in my thoughts and prayers. You displayed the three things mentioned above with true class, dignity and courage.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 11, 2012

if your family would like to konw where i come up with these thoughtful and insightful reflections, I cull them from a book titled "Portion by Portion", which refers to the portions of the Old Testament, the Torah, but can be applied to any and all religions. In describing your life and career with the Metro-Dade Police Department, I would surmise Officer Cook these sayings most definitely apply. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.Living in North Miami Beach, for the time being, I cannot help but to pause and reflect back on your wonderful life and consumate profession that you carried out in a humble and dignified manner. The book I used belonged to a very dear and close friend of my family, Rabbi Dr. Abraham Atkin, who was our backyard neighbor.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 3, 2012

We thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday, and days before that too, We think of you in silence, we often speak your name. All we have are memories, and your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, with which we will not part, God has you in His keeping, we have you in our hearts. A million times we've wanted you, a million times we've cried. If love could have saved you, you never would have died. It broke our hearts to lose you, but you didn't go alone. For a part of us went with you... the day God called you home. The only picture I see of you Officer Cook, my neighbor, friend and hero is your smiling face on the "Officer Down memorial Page", and sometimes do I cry like a child, as if this happened yesterday. I'm sure your family has cried mightily these past thirty-three years. For now, rest in peace and I'll never forget your professionalism, honor, bravery and commitment to protect the good citizens of Dade County.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 31, 2012

There is a destiny that makes us brothers, No one goes his way alone: All that we send into the lives of others, Comes back into our own. I care not what his houses of worship or his creeds, One thing holds firm and fast- That into his fateful heap of days and deeds The soul of man is cast. As a member of the law enforcement society Officer Cook, you represented your colleagues, family and friends with the respect, honor and integrity that your position demanded. That same respect, honor, integrity and love was shown to you at your Inspector's Funeral that Saturday afternoon, May 19, 1979 at the Cathedral of Saint Mary. You will never be forgotten by me or my family, even though we never had the opportunity to ever meet one another. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero as you ascend God's Heavenly Gates and keep watching over us. I will always keep your mother Mrs. Julia Cook in my prayers and thoughts.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 30, 2012

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. .Your heroism and service is honored today, the 33rd anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

May 24, 2012

If wisdom's ways you'd wisely seek, Five things observe with care: Of whom you speak, To whom you speak, And how and when and where. Words are powerful instruments. Words can save, help or soothe. They can rob, hurt, and draw blood. With words we can arrive at the truth. Words can teach. words can advise. I'm sure Officer Cook in performing your daily duties and specifically as it was mentioned in the book "Forgotten Heroes", you needed a level headed approach in calming people down during domestic issues. The words and tone of your voice were essential to carry out the rigors of your job. I'm sure as I'm leaving this reflection, that the words you spoke during your life were only the truth and the professional demeanor needed only helped make situations better. For now, rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 23, 2012

Rest in peace Officer Cook on this the thirty-third anniversary of your tragic passing. When the going gets tough, the tough get going. Once again, rest in peace and i'll keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 16, 2012

Today Officer Cook my wife holly and I visited your grave the day before the anniversary of your end of watch, Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero.The American flag and the flag representing fallen officers was placed on your grave. I'll continue to keep your beloved family and mother Mrs. Julia Cook in my prayers.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 15, 2012

The success of a leader can be best estimated by his relations to his people. The true leader is one who concerns himself with the people he is leading.One characteristic of a true leader is to provide an example to those who follow him and to deny himself many privileges of a follower. The true function of a leader is to take the average individual and to broaden his concept of his potential capacities. That day of May 16, 1979 Officer Cook, you showed your partner Reserve Officer Scott Lincoln, what it meant to be a true leader. You went above and beyond in making the ultimate sacrifice to protect your fellow officers in serving Dade County citizens. I wanted to leave a further addendum to the above paragraph. Lord,Thou knowest that I know myself that I am growing older, and will some day be old. Keep me from getting talkative, and particularly from the fatal habit of thinking I must say something on every subject and on every occasion. Release me from craving to try to straighten out everybody's affairs. Make me me thoughtful, but not moody: helpful, but not bossy. With my vast store of wisdom, it seems a pity not to use it all-but Thou knowest, Lord that I want a few friends at the end.... seal my lips to my many aches and pains- they are increasing, and my love of rehearsing them is becoming sweeter as the years go by. Teach me the glorious lesson that occasionally it is possible that I may be mistaken. What tragedy! What a blow, a staggering blow! What a disappointment! My neighbor, friend and hero Officer Cook, you displayed so much in a short life. But for what you sacrificed that fateful day, you'll always and forever be remembered by your family, friends and esteemed colleagues. I believe many officers from around the country and Canada attended your Inspector's Funeral and for the life and lessons you imparted on all those privileged to be around you and to work with you, the memories will remain. Rest in peace and hopefully those who follow in your majestic footsteps will proudly carry on the torch and your beautiful legacy.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 12, 2012

The success of a leader can be best estimated by his relations to his people. The true leader is one who concerns himself with the people he is leading.One characteristic of a true leader is to provide an example to those who follow hom and to deny himself many privileges of a follower. The true function of a leader is to take the average individual and to broaden his concept of his potential capacities. That day of May 16, 1979 Officer Cook, you showed your partner Reserve Officer Scott Lincoln, what it meant to be a true leader. You went above and beyond in making the ultimate sacrifice to protect your fellow officers in serving Dade County citizens. I wanted to leave a further addendum to the above paragraph. Lord,Thou knowest that I know myself that I am growing older, and will some day be old. Keep me from getting talkative, and particularly from the fatal habit of thinking I must say something on every subject and on every occasion. Release me from craving to try to straighten out everybody's affairs. Make me me thoughtful, but not moody: helpful, but not bossy. With my vast store of wisdom, it seems a pity not to use it all-but Thou knowest, Lord that I want a few friends at the end.... seal my lips to my many aches and pains- they are increasing, and my love of rehearsing them is becoming sweeter as the years go by. Teach me the glorious lesson that occasionally it is possible that I may be mistaken. What tragedy! What a blow, a staggering blow! What a disappointment! My neighbor, friend and hero Officer Cook, you displayed so much in a short life. But for what you sacrificed that fateful day, you'll always and forever be remembered by your family, friends and esteemed colleagues. I believe many officers from around the country and Canada attended your Inspector's Funeral and for the life and lessons you imparted on all those privileged to be around you and to work with you, the memories will remain. Rest in peace and hopefully those who follow in your majestic footsteps will proudly carry on the torch and your beautiful legacy.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 12, 2012

Opportunity knocks at every man's door at least once in a lifetime. Every person has their share in life, what we need most is not so much to realize the ideal as to idealize the real. People need to make each and every moment count. Life calls for courage, and demands that we break from the majority when the will of the majority is contradictory to the rules of God. My neighbor, friend and hero Officer Cook, you made each moment of your treasured life count by giving that very breath, we call life to serve God and the citizens of Dade County. Rest in peace and know that you will never be forgotten by me. I still regret that I never had the chance to meet and spend time conversing with you. At least I met your niece, Gina, her children and your nephew Justin and received a wonderful letter from your dear mother, Mrs. Julia Cook.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 6, 2012

As your family may know, I am on this site daily, and it still amazes me, all of these tragedies. Too many accidental shootings of officers, even an officer who wanted to be shot to observe how it felt. Tragedy beyond comprehension, but make no mistake, you lived your life as a hero and your heroism that day, May 16, 1979 will never go unnoticed by me. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero, Officer Cook. Hopefully, this Thursday, May 4th I can attend the Police Memorial at tropical Park in Miami for you and your colleagues who gallantly served Dade County Citizens. Of course, I will keep your mom Mrs. Julia Cook in my prayers.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 29, 2012

Genius is a gift, wisdom is an achievement. Both of these extraordinary traits you possesed as you carried out your law enforcement career in such an honorable manner. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero, Officer Cook.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 26, 2012

In the words of our National Anthem, "The Land of The Free and The Home of The Brave," my neighbor, friend and hero, Officer you personified these words as you performed your duties, rest in peace and I will forever keep your mom Mrs. Julia Cook in my thoughts ans prayers.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 22, 2012

It says in our National Anthem, "And The Land Of THe Free and The Home Of The Brave," these words personify the courage that you displayed, my neighbor, friend and hero. Rest in peace Officer Cook, and I'll forever keep your mom, Mrs. Julia Cook in my thoughts and prayers.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 21, 2012

We say in the National Anthem, "Land of the Free, and the Home of the Brave," Officer Cook my neighbor, friend and hero you personified bravery to the zenith. Rest in peace and continue to watch over your fellow law enforcement colleagues. Mrs. Cook, I will always think of you in my thoughts and prayers.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 21, 2012

In honore casorum, Gone, but not forgotten. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero Officer Cook.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 15, 2012

You are a true hero by the profession you chose Officer Cook. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero. One day, I want to take my wife and younger son to your grave. I think it's important they know of your sacrifice. You are thought of each day along with my parents. When I see your smiling face, I know you made everyone proud of who you were and humbly speaking how you carried out your duties to Dade County and its citizens.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 11, 2012

I meant to say Ii wanted to leave a reflection for you Officer Cook. Once again, rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 10, 2012

I just decided to a reflection for you Officer Cook, my neighbor, friend and hero. Rest in peace. Your heroism will never be forgotten by me.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 9, 2012

Today is Good Friday, Passover starting tonight, and Easter Sunday, this is the time of year when we try to be as humble as you were professionally and when with your family. Rest in peace Officer Cook, my neighbor, friend and hero. To your loving family, I wish all of you a healthy and joyous holiday season. Mrs. Cook, I will always say a prayer for you.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 6, 2012

Faith is the eye that sees God, the hand that clings to Him, and the heart that yearns for Him. Faith is the very soul of religion, an image of eternity. faith is one of the seven attributes that minister to the throne of glory. They are: faith, righteousness, judgment, grace, compassion, truth and peace. As it is said: "and I will betroth you unto Me in faith and you will know the Lord." The righteous man lives by his faith. Officer Cook, as a devout Catholic, you lived your life precisely by these words and deserve God's blessings as you watch over us in Heaven. The Heavenly Gates have a beloved servant for these thirty-three years and for eternity. Rest in peace my neighbor, friend and hero and watch over your family and all those for whom you took an oath to serve and protect. I wish you and your family a healthy and blessed Good Friday and Happy Easter. I will always keep your mom, Mrs. Julia Cook in my thoughts and prayers.Passover falls the same time and the lessons it imparts on each of us should not be forgotten. We need to count our blessings every day.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 29, 2012