Rev. Richard W. Beaulieu
Rev. Richard W. Beaulieu
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FLORIDA -- Rev. Richard W. Beaulieu, 60, of Bourne, died Tuesday, March 27, 2007, unexpectedly, while on vacation. He was the son of Florence (Goulet) Beaulieu of Acushnet and the late Octave Beaulieu.
He was born in Acushnet and was living on Cape Cod. He graduated from St. Anthony High School and attended Providence College, St. Thomas Seminary and St. John Seminary and obtained his Master's Degree from Boston College.
He was ordained at St. Mary's Cathedral, Fall River on May 22, 1971, by Bishop Daniel A. Cronin. His assignments were 1971-1977 as Parochial Vicar at St. Jacques Parish, Taunton and Chaplain of Coyle-Cassidy High School, Taunton; 1977-1981 he was Principal of Coyle-Cassidy High School; 1982-1985 he was Parochial Vicar at St. Louis de France Parish, Swansea; 1985-1996 he was Diocesan Director of Education; 1990-2001 he was Pastor of St. Patrick Parish, Fall River; Notre Dame Parish, Fall River; and St. Francis Xavier Parish, Acushnet. Father Beaulieu also served as an Advocate, Notary and Judge of the Diocesan Tribunal. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Mary Education Fund, PO Box 1470, Fall River, MA 02722.
Survivors include his mother; three sisters, Susan Y. Garman and her husband, Gary of New Bedford; Diane C. Sweet and her husband, Mark of Acushnet; Anne M. Giammalvo and her husband, Larry of Wareham; nine nieces and nephews; seven great nieces and nephews; many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was the brother of the late Vivian Johns.
Fr. Beaulieu will lie in state at St. Francis Xavier Church, Acushnet on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM with a Wake Service at 7:30 PM. His Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday at 11 AM followed by interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery.
Arrangements by Rock Funeral Home.
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Nancy & Michael Foster
August 23, 2025
Father Richard Beaulieu officiated our marriage at Saint Jacques Parish, fifty years ago, on August 22, 1975. He was also my teacher at Coyle-Cassidy High School. A very sweet and caring man dedicated to Jesus. God Bless and may you rest in eternal peace with Our Father.
Bishop Edward Wooldridge
March 29, 2025
Remembering a dear and beloved friend and spiritual guide. He was loved by many and treated badly by the church he served. Always remembered with love and appreciation.
Paul and Dayle Escobar
April 2, 2007
Our Prayers are with you. Father Beaulieu was a dear friend. He performed our marriage ceremony and left us with many sweet memories.
God bless.
Sarah Beaulieu
April 2, 2007
I knew Father only as a distant cousin. Seeing him at many family reunions and family parties also weddings and with such a large family mostly at funerals. It is hard to believe you are gone. I will miss you. Rest in peace
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Darren and Cathy Doane
April 2, 2007
Father Beaulieu performed our Marriage ceremony almost 16 years ago at St. Louis De France Church in Swansea. He has been a long-time family friend and advisor. We will miss him dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gerry Gamache
April 2, 2007
Our prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. I was fortunate to meet Father Dick when he oversaw the St. Jacques Youth Group. Over the years, he was a friend and helped me on several occasions by offering an understanding ear. Father also hired me for my first teaching job at Coyle and Cassidy High School and married my wife and I. He will be missed.
Ryan and Rebecca Howard
April 1, 2007
Our prayer are with your family in this time of sorrow. We still speak of times when Ryan would fall asleep as a young alter server with Father Beaulieu. God bless.
Julie Molloy
April 1, 2007
Father Richard was a wonderful, caring person, who enriched my life and those of us around him. While he may not have actively been in ministry during his final years, his personality and compassion could never leave that behind, and he always tried to help those around him come to terms with thier circumstances. His final parting words to me prior to his vacation, were to not let myself feel "guilty" about the death of a pet -- yet again showing that his thoughts were always for the well-being of others. He will be sorely missed by me and my employees, all of whom loved and respected him greatly.
Roger & Laura Pelletier
April 1, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to Mother and Family. I am the daughter of Juliette Duval, daughter of Antoinette (Letourneau) Gelinas. We have known Fr. Richard and have met hime many times at Cathedral Camp of St. John Newman, where we are parisheners. Your son was a great priest and person, I am sure The Lord is waiting for him with open arms. You and the family have so much to be proud of him and his accomplishments. God be with you always Mrs. Mrs. Roger A. (Laura Duval) Pelletier.
Joe and Vivian Belanger
April 1, 2007
We were deeply saddened to hear of Father's untimely death. Be assured that he and all of his family are in our prayers.
ted wooldridge
April 1, 2007
In Loving Memory of my dear friend and Spiritual Director Richard. Will be sadly missed, the hours of laughter and comradeship will never be forgotten.
Fr.Ted Wooldridge. Warrenton NC
Dan Peters
April 1, 2007
Richard was the closest man I could ever have as a brother. To have him pass away right in front of me is something that will always remain special. Richard chose the way he wish to pass into eternity. God Love you all.
Dennis Poyant
April 1, 2007
Condolences to the family. It was a pleasure to have known and worked with Richard. Know that he remains in our prayers here in Texas.
Dennis Poyant
Love Godchild Clement Richard, Uncle Lucien & Aunt Mary Jane Beaulieu
April 1, 2007
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
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