South Dakota Highway Patrol, South Dakota
End of Watch Thursday, May 2, 1985
Reflections for Trooper Oren Stuart Hindman
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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
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