Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in Peace, Ranger!

Lead Ranger Matt Lyons
National Park Service, Traffic Management - SEKI

June 23, 2024

Mike was my neighbor and my friend. I remember the first day he arrived at Bryce Canyon and when he came over to introduce himself to me. I have never forgotten that day nor the many evening campfires we had with the other friends we made that summer at the park. Mike was so much fun to be with and he drew people to him with his charismatic personality.

I have thought of him often over the years and he will remain in my thoughts for years to come - till we meet again.

Lisa Kasteler

July 26, 2021

Rest in peace Seasonal Park Ranger Beaulieu.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 31, 2020

Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

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

August 26, 2020

Mike,
I think of you all the time, from the time we first met at Park Ranger Training to celebrating our first season together at Acadia. Who would believe we lived in that old crappy single wide deemed acceptable seasonal housing. My understanding is the NPS condemned them the next year. You were and will always live in my heart and mind as the incredible man that you were. I am honored to say that I knew you and was able to share so many incredible adventures with you. I hope that you are able to rest in peace. Until we meet again I miss you old friend.

Seasonal Ranger Applegate
Acadia National Park

April 22, 2019

20 years and we are now celebrating 100 years of the NPS. Ranger you are not forgotten.

American Citizen

August 26, 2016

Ranger Beaulieu you are not forgotten. It's been 18 years since I last saw you in the visitor center. Thank you for your service and friendship. May God bless the family you left behind.

Mike Ice
USNPS

August 28, 2014

Mike its been 17 long years since you were taken from us brother. There's not a day that goes by that I don't think of you and that day. But I said it 17 years ago and it holds true today- that one day the hurt will go away and we will be left with memories of the good times. Until we meet again my friend.

Sgt. Matthew L. Elliott
NH Liquor Enforcement

August 26, 2013

Mike you were fun in our Ranger Class, and when we worked together at Acadia National Park. I always appreciated you letting me ride along with you on your shifts. Rest in peace Ranger.

Former Ranger Allan F Smallwood
Acadia National Park Ranger Dispatch

February 13, 2013

Mike,
It has been 14 years since you have left this place for a better one.It still feels like yesterday that we lost you.I will never forget all the special times we shared as kids growing up and they are some of my happiest childhood memories.I really wish things could be different and that we could share stories of our own children today. You were one of my best friends as kids and I only wish we could have been as close as adults and that is something I will always wish I had done differently.I love and miss you so much and hope to see and share great conversation with you again one day.You were definately a role model for young people and the accomplishments that can be made during youg adulthood-I know you made your parents proud.
Love your cousin,
Danielle

Danielle (Sirois)Brewer
cousin

September 18, 2010

To the Beaulieu family,

I often look at your memorial and remember that night in August so many years ago. Your spirit lives on for me in every young Ranger I train or mentor and I share your experience as a reminder that in our chosen profession, the unknown lurks around every corner. I am confident that your story has saved lives. I prefer to think about other times though, your "suggestion" that I try bull riding, our spirited debates about phone messages and the cleanliness of the kitchen and of course the stories from Acadia. We shared those good, bad and unusual expereinces that are unique to NPS seasonal rangers and have influenced who I am today.

For your Mom, Dad, Sister and Daughter, if they every glance at this memorial I just want you to know that we moved heaven and earth to find Mike that night. Everything that could have been done was and at the end he was surounded by people who cared for him. May God bless all of you.

Luke

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Luke Brackett
Chief Ranger, City of Baltimore Watershed Rangers

August 28, 2010

When I first attented UMPI I remember seeing a picture of you in a patrol vehicle as a park ranger and reading the article on how you gave your life to your country as a park ranger. 5 years later I attended the seasonal ranger academy in NC. As I was packing to go to the academy I came across the U-Times article, I had somehow hung onto the paper that contained your article. The next three seasons I spent as a seasonal LE ranger I thought about you fairly often. I never knew you, but I heard many great things about you on the UMPI campus. I also knew that if you could loose your life working as an LE ranger that I could as well. Many times I thought of you and changed my own actions, potentially saving my life. Last week I read the article in the Star-herald, I am very glad to hear that your name is finally up on the Utah memorial wall. It was also nice to read that your Mom and Daughter were able to see this new plaque. May you rest in peace, and God bless your family.

Roy Sanders
Former NPS Seasonal

November 13, 2008

Mike
I just returned from Utah.Having your name added to the Utah Law enforcement memorial is such a wonderful reminder that your life that you gave to the great state of utah was not in vain.It means so much to me that you will never be forgotten.I see now why you thought Bryce Canyon was so beautiful.It is breathtaking!What better place to meet the Lord.I miss you so much.You did such a fine job my son.I love you,and we will see each other again.

Anonymous

September 13, 2008

Thank you for your service, Ranger Beaulieu. May God bless and comfort those you left behind.

June 18, 2008

Officer Beaulieu your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Hands now brother. May you rest in peace.

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee

April 17, 2008

Honoring Ranger Beaulieu on this day. To his loved one, I have said a prayer for you that your memories of him will be ever fresh. It is clear from your reflections that you hold him close to your hearts.

April 2, 2008

"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

March 27, 2008

I came across your name on one of the pages of the many heroes featured at this site and I wanted to stop at your page and leave a reflection. You have not been forgotten as heroes never die. I know that your loved ones think of you every day and the silent tears still fall even after 11 years. Some may feel that it feels just like yesterday that they saw your smile, heard your voice and felt your tender touch and for others it has felt like a life time ago. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones, come to them in their dreams so that they know you are near and watching over them. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

January 25, 2008

I miss you so very much.You are in my thoughts and heart daily.You were the embodiment of the qualities that I hold so dear;integrity,compassion,kindness and above all, a love for others.You did a fine job,I am so very proud of you! I can't wait to see you again ,put my arms around you and hold you close!
Love,
Mom

Deborah L. Beaulieu
Mother

January 20, 2008

Mike, I have missed you every day since god called you home. I sometimes think that this is all a dream and you'll return soon. I am so proud of you and all that you accomplished in such a short time. All our lives are forever changed. I will continue to plant flowers at your grave even though I know your in God's arms. I LOVE YOU. Aunt Dawn

dawn
aunt

January 17, 2008

Ranger Beaulieu,
Today is the eleventh anniversary since you were called home. We thank you for your service and committment in making our world better and safer. You DID make a difference.

Pennsylvania citizen

August 26, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Seasonal Park Ranger Beaulieu on the anniversary of his passing. May God comfort you all.
Rest in peace.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

August 26, 2007

I LOVE AND MISS YOU MIKE!!!!! UR THE BEST CUZ I COULD EVER ASK FOR!!!!! I LOVE YOU SOOO MUCH!!!...LOVE YOU BIG CUZ
-Jessica Rae Beaulieu

Jessica Beaulieu
cousin

October 11, 2006

To the family and loved ones of Ranger Michael Beaulieu and his fellow rangers with the National Park Service:

On this the tenth anniversary of Michael's tragic death, I wanted to honor and remember him today. Michael's professionalism and dedication will never be forgotten, nor will his valor and courage.

In reading the reflections left by his friends and co-workers I can see that he was very well respected and is sorely missed. I hope that God is holding him in the sweetest part of his heart and the most gentle part of his soul.

I am so sorry that Michael was robbed of his life so tragically, but through his heroism and the profound sense of duty with which he lived his life, he made an immeasurable difference. May his spirit continue to soar and may his memory continue to inspire.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Michael gave to his community and the citizens of our country, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on August 26, 1996.

Phyllis L. Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, PPD
eow 4/24/05

August 28, 2006

Rest in peace 815, and God bless those you left behind.

816

816
Former NPS Seasonal

August 26, 2006