Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I went to school with Oren- and truly good human who always stood out in everything he was a part of. Thank you for being real, Aren't, you're always in my heart

Carolyn Carlson

October 26, 2024

40 years ago I was on my way home from a BHSU JV football game to see my newborn son and a patrolman stopped me north of Spearfish for speeding.

I recited the days litany of events and he gave me a warning and reminded me I have something important to go home to.

I have never forgotten Trooper Hindman who would be killed by a drunk passenger of a DUI arrest in May of 1985.

He too had something important to go home to. A daughter I believe and a wife who continues to serve first responders during the bike rally.

May the perpetual light shine upon him, amen.

James C Sowers no rank
Traffic stop

September 26, 2023

I too had the joy of knowing Oren in college at Augustana. His creative sense of humor was always something I admired. We played in the Brass Choir together and had the privilege of being directed by another great man, Harry Krueger. I hope there are trumpets and trombones in heaven because to know that Oren and Harry are there gives me hope of more great laughs and awesome music. I miss you Oren and have and will not forget.

Thomas Bierer
Friend from college

December 28, 2021

I knew Oren in high school and throughout college. Among other things, he played trombone and I knew him from All State Band participation. We went to Augustana College together and played in many musical groups there. He was a quiet, calm guy. Never flustered, always confident. A great friend and someone you'd want to know. I think of him often. Very tragic death. I'm very sorry. Rest In Peace, Oren.

Tom Keleher
Friend/Classmate

July 23, 2021

Thank you for your service, military as well as police, and please know that your sacrifice is one that will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement family. Rest in peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

May 2, 2021

Blessed Heavenly birthday Oren

Jacki Talbot

November 29, 2020

Rest in peace Trooper Hindman.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 18, 2020

Thank you for your service, both military and police, and please know that your sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten. Rest In Peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

July 20, 2020

Forever missed but never forgotten! You were a dear friend of our family and 35 years later your memory lives on.

Jim Hardwick Family
Former City of Pierre Police Officer

May 2, 2020

35 years this date Oren. The LORD called you home. The pain remains real. You are loved. You are missed. We were all blessed having our time together. Until we meet again.
Love always
Jacki

Jacki Talbot

May 2, 2020

Dear Trooper Hindman,

I've always looked up to men like you.
I've always wanted to be a Law Enforcement Officer. I want to say thank you for your service and sacrifice. You seem like a very nice man and I wish I could've met you. I live close to where you were stabbed. I think about all of the slain officers every day as my father is a police officer. Thank you for your service.
I hope your in heaven living a good life(Or afterlife), I hope one day we can meet in the great beyond.

Mason Oster
Son of Police officer.
South Dakota

August 14, 2019

I miss you Oren. Forever young. Forever missed. Forever loved. Forever grateful to have had you in my life.
This being the 39rh anniversary of your death. You will never be lost in our hearts.

Jacki Talbot
Friend

May 2, 2019

I was just getting into Law Enforcement when Oren was killed. Didn't get the chance to know him well but I remember him being kind, caring and compassionate officer who treated the rookies very well. He was one of a kind.

Steve Anders
Security Director, AlliedUniversal Security

May 2, 2017

Orin was a fine young man, professional trooper and loving father and husband. He was a fellow Northern graduate and served with my brother Terry on the SDHP.

Colonel Larry Mayes (USAF, Retired)
Former Commander, Security Police Agency

May 1, 2017

I was about 24 years old when Oren came to my place of employment to serve me with a warrant for an unpaid ticket. I remember him because he was so kind about it, almost as if he was a little embarrassed to have to do serve me at work. He gave me a lot of respect for those few moments we interacted. But I'll never forget how he made me feel.

It wasn't long after that that I heard about his untimely death. I've actually thought about him many times throughout the years. Not really sure why. I guess it's because he left such a good impression on me. At that age I was kind of a rebel, and didn't have a very good perspective on lawmen. He made me look at officers in a new light.

Rest in peace Officer Hindman.

Vince Sheeder
RTD Denver

February 24, 2017

All members of the Hindman family are wonderful people. I practically lived at their house when I was young. Oren's memory will live on.

Tom Harrington
self employed

May 2, 2016

I am taking care of your Mom in a nursing home here in Arkansas. I asked your mom about her family and she told me the story about your death. I was very sad to hear her talk about her son and what had happened to him. I know you were a wonderful son. Your Mom is a wonderful person and I know she misses you very much. Thank You for your service. RIP Oren Hindman, you are still touching lives.

Susan Stratton
Certified Nursing Assistant

August 14, 2015

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. MAY YOU CONTINUE TO REST IN PEACE

Retired TFC Theresa Medcalf
Ga Dept of Public Safety

May 4, 2015

Gone but not forgotten, may you R.I.P.

Surviving Son, Trooper Bernie Skeeters
Illinois State Police

May 2, 2015

So sad RIP Sir

Debbie Peek
Citizen

May 2, 2015

I was a recruit in the SDHP Academy the night you left us 30 years ago. Although I never met you I always thought you were an angel looking over me.

Former trooper Tom Melick
SDHP

April 18, 2015

It seems like yesterday you were taken from us. I remember that night well and the radio traffic. I think of you often and never pass that spot on I-90 without saying a prayer for you. You were one of a kind. Rest in Peace

Sr. Inspector Charlie Vollmer
U.S. Marshals Service - Retired

September 4, 2014

Trooper Hindman was kind enough to give a man a ride, and that man murder him. The world we live in is truly a mess up please.
This is why Trooper Hindman should be remembered this 29th anniversary for the truly kind man he was

able best

May 2, 2014

On this 28th anniversary you are remembered and honored.
Forever loved. We know you remain at GODs side and this
continues to comfort us.

Jacki Talbot
Friend

May 2, 2013

Thank you for all you shared and taught my mother. From what she has told me, you were a free spirit, full of life, who wrote wonderful poetry and made her think. You were able to see and understand things beyond what most of us are capable of. I am thankful for your presence in my mother's life which has been passed on to me.

Keryn Schleif
Dru's daughter

December 10, 2012