Officer Down Memorial Page

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
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
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

Never forgotten... thank you for your service.

August 28, 2005

When you didn't answer the radio, I knew something was wrong.
The horn was blaring but I didn't hear it. I pulled you from the vehicle, but you were already gone.
You were a partner and a friend.

Rest in peace.

U.S. Park Ranger Mike Ice
U.S.N.P.S.
May 15, 2005

Remembering Ranger Mike on the anniversary of his death. God's peace be with you, and the little girl you left behind.

Michigan
August 26, 2004

"...to promote and regulate the use of the...national parks...which purpose is to conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and the wild life therein and to provide for the enjoyment of the same in such manner and by such means as will leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations."

-Organic Act, 16 USC, 1916

YOU DID SO WELL...NEVER FORGOTTEN.

National Park Service Seasonal Law Enfor
Colorado Northwestern Law Enforcement Academy, Rangely CO
May 12, 2004

Another member of the green n gray has had their time cut short. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Ranger Beaulieu. May the Lord give you strength and bless each of you during this time.
Rest in peace for your watch here is over.

US Ranger Catroppa
National Park Service Kennesaw GA