Scott Eldridge

01/18/06

On January 15, 2006, Dispatcher Scott Eldridge was laid to rest wearing his uniform.  Scott received the recognition that all dispatchers' deserve. The procession consisted of family in a limo followed by WPD Dispatchers in a limo, numerous WPD Units, Riverside Sheriff Units, Vernon PD Unit with 2 Dispatchers, El Monte PD Unit with 3 Dispatchers, Santa Fe Springs Fire truck, and 6 tow trucks.  Also in attendance amongst many family and friends were two La Habra PD Dispatchers and a Pasadena PD Dispatcher. As Scott's wife said, “Scott would be so happy!”  

Thank you for sending out my message about Scott.  WPD Dispatch and the Eldridge family appreciated the support and enjoyed reading the responses on your website.

Thank you,

Shannon Nurre
Communications Manager
 El Monte Police Department

Original activation:

Scott Eldridge

01/12/06

Scott Eldridge had been a Police Dispatcher for 20 years with the Whittier Police Department.  Scott had just turned 50 and lived in the City of Whittier.  He was married to his wife for 26 years and had no major health problems.

On Sunday, January 8, 2006, Whittier Police Department received a devastating 9-1-1 call that Scott was not breathing.  His son performed CPR until help arrived. Scott was transported to Whittier Presbyterian Hospital and was on life support....The following day, Scott did not survive.... It is true when we say that the police department personnel are our extended family. 

DATE: January 11, 2006

SUBJECT: Scott Eldridge Memorial Service

On behalf of the Eldridge family, I would like to extend their deepest gratitude and appreciation for the overwhelming support they have received from the members of this agency. The Eldridge family would be further honored by your presence as we celebrate the life of our beloved dispatcher Scott Eldridge on the following dates:

Viewing: Friday, January 13, 2006 from 6:00-8:30pm
Viewing will be held at the Rose Hills Mortuary just through the main gate.

Rose Hills Memorial Park and Mortuary
3888 Workman Mill Rd.

Memorial Service: Saturday, January 14, 2006 @ 3:00pm
Memorial Service to be held in the SkyRose Chapel.

Rose Hills Memorial Park and Mortuary
3888 Workman Mill Rd.

It is respectfully requested that all (uniformed) attendees dawn their Class A's or appropriate uniform.

For further details, please contact Whittier Police Department.