Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

30 years later, but not forgotten!!!
We LASD Academy class #369 wish to dedicate our class to the memory of fallen Deputy Didier M. Hurdle. Out of respect for family and friends we would like to first request permission to dedicate our class to Dep. Hurdle. We would like to speak to family, friends, partners anyone who knew Dep. Hurdle.
Thank you, LASD academy class 369

Recruit Hooker, Jason
LASD Academy Class #369

January 27, 2008

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

November 27, 2007

"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

September 12, 2007

I CAN ONLY WISH TO BE AS GREAT A DEPUTY AS YOU. I READ THE REFLECTIONS LEFT BY YOUR FRIENDS. LOS ANGELES COUNTY HASN'T CHANGED MUCH. IT'S BECOME MORE VIOLENT. THERE'S NO DOUBT IN MY MIND YOU WOULD BE LEADING THE FIGHT TO STOP IT. GOD BLESS YOU.

DEPUTY RAMON ESCAMILLA
LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT.

September 8, 2007

Dee, We were partners for a long time at E.L.A. I remember how we negotiated & bartered with the scheduling Sgt. So we could work together inbetween trainees. I remember how wonderful it was to be partnered with you and to this day it is the bright spot in my careeer.
When I transferred to the Academy to become a D.I. I hoped you would follow, but you elected to be one of the first to go to Lynwood station when it openend. I remember so many things about you, I remember the fun we had, the great arrests we made, the many nights when we would steal a radio car and go back out in the field after our shift because it was still busy.
I remember the night my daughter Erin was born, you drove my wife and I to the hospital in your new 240Z at a 100 + mph. You stayed with us all night until her birth. I remember how you showered her with gifts on her birthday as if she was your own.
I certainly remember your love for Mary and your children Brad and Steve and how proud you were of your new home in Hacienda Heights.
I remember like it was yesterday, the night that your life came to such an un expected end as I watched in disbelief as the news flashed your picture on my television. I remember that night seeing you at St. Francis. It just didn't seem possible.
I was honored to be asked to conduct your military funeral honor guard, perhaps the most difficult task in my life.
I think of you often, speak of you in almost every conversation about my past and honor your memory by trying to be half the man you were.
Among the many, Judi, Erin and I miss you terribly. Rest in peace my brother.

Sergeant Bob Ouellette Retired
L.A.S.D. Former Partner and best friend

June 6, 2007

Dee, we never worked together, but the night you were killed you were working with one of my Academy Trainee's at he time (that's what they were called in those days), Let's just call him "J.B." who did an outstanding job after also being wounded in the ensuing gunbattle. You would be pleased to know that this "trainee" went on to become one of the most respected LASD Homocide Investigators/Detetives of the Department (you did good Dee!!) God Bless you partner, your legacy lives on in many !

Rocky Fortner, Lieutenant (RET)
L.A.S.D.

March 14, 2007

Dee,

Through the academy, through the highs and lows of everyday life, through the laughs and tears -- and through the years, your friendship has continued to give me strength. We shared much, and still do -- as your life spirit burns within me. It's now been 30 years -- and seldom is the time when you are far from my thoughts. While they did not know you in this life, they certainly know of your meaning to me, and my children join me in sending our love.

Thank you for you friendship, love and support -- until then....

Ron

Lt. Ron Dayhoff
LASD - Best Friend

February 18, 2007

Although I never met you, you have had a significant positive influence on my career over the past seventeen years. I was the best man at your son Steve's wedding and have learned about you through him. I worked patrol today in Willowbrook and remembered you as I cruised through the intersection of Oleander and Knopf. You will never be forgotten and always honored. Rest in peace sir.

Deputy Kevin Hilgendorf
LASD/SEB

December 22, 2006

My parents Joe & Cathy Diserio were best friends with the Champagne Family. My dad, Joe, told Steve about you before he joined the Dept. Steve told us about seeing your picture and how honored he was to work the Lynwood Station. Your name was then mentioned during the trial of the man who killed Steve (Deputy Steve Blair). It was so ironic and sad. I know the two you are together watching out for the rest of the guys. I wish I could have met you in this life. My dad use to call you Dee-Dee, he is up there now too. You are not forgotten.

Rebecca Blair-Dunhoff
Mother of Dep. Blair's sons (EOW 5/12/95)

June 10, 2006

Dee,
I don't know if you ever knew how much you were admired by your fellow deputies. You were a great cop with a bright future and a beautiful wife. We had some good times in East LA. Thanks for being a friend, and for the quick back-up - more times than I can count.
rick

Richard S. Bivins, JD (former LASD)
LASD Major Crimes (last assignment)

December 17, 2005

kay and Bradley...you may not know me but my dad and yours were best friends. I was 5 years old when didier passed away. Kay my mom is Joyce....my brothers are Barney, Sean, Brion.....I am Condon.

Sergeant McConville
Los Banos Police Department

October 17, 2005

My father was also an LASD deputy. He spoke highly of you. I remember him referring to you as "Dee". You gave your life so unselfishly for the people your swore to protect and serve. That makes you a true hero in my book. May you rest in peace. You will never be forgotten.

Mark Valenzuela - Son of LASD Dep. A. Va
N/A

February 23, 2005

Let it never be said that the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has forgotten its own. Your name is on our wall and will always be in hearts.

Rest in peace.

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

September 2, 2004

Thank you for your dedication to duty and your ultimate sacrifice. You will never be forgotten by the men and women of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

May you continue to rest in peace.

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

August 10, 2004