Paul Michael Beaulieu, 26, of Rochester, died Saturday March 1, 2008 at his home. He was born Jan. 3, 1982 in Duluth to Robert and Donell Beaulieu. Raised in Duluth, he was a graduate of Duluth Central High School's Class of 2000. It was also in Duluth that, on Aug. 12, 2005, he married Samantha Arter. That same year, Paul was transferred to Rochester International Airport by his employer, American Eagle Airlines, and he and Samantha have resided in Rochester for the past three years. Paul eventually took employment with Asplundh Tree Service, where he worked for about a year and a half. Most recently, he was employed by Macy's Department Store at Apache Mall. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents. He is survived by his wife, Samantha Beaulieu; parents, Robert and Donell Beaulieu, all of Rochester; a brother, Jamie (Rebecca) Beaulieu, of Minneapolis; and his maternal grandparents, Ernest and Betty Petersen, of Duluth. MEMORIAL SERVICE:2 p.m. Thursday March 6, in Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes' chapel in Rochester. The Reverend James F. Deters will officiate. Friends may call one hour prior to the service in the funeral home on Thursday.
This obituary was originally published in the Duluth News Tribune.
I just wanted to say how sorry I am about Paul. He was a wonderful person. I knew Paul for a while in high school. His wife and all of his family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Emily Hedman
March 08, 2008 | Casa Grande, AZ
Bob and Donnell,
I am so so sorry to hear of Paul's death. Please know that I will be praying for you all that you will find peace and solace in God's grace.
Tom Collier
March 08, 2008 | Duluth, MN
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
LEO AND SON PAT OLIVER
March 07, 2008 | DULUTH, MN
BOB & DONELL,
I WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO TELL YOU AND YOUR FAMILY JUST HOW SORRY WE ARE TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF PAUL.OUR KIDS ARE ONE OF LIFES TREASURES,THAT SOME OF US ARE BLESSED TO HAVE IN OUR LIFE.AND WHEN THE TREASURE IS TAKEN AWAY FROM US THERE IS NO ANSWER FOR THE WHYS,OR WHY NOTS.JUST ALOT OF HEART ACHE.GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY BOB & DONELL.
TIM & PAM SHYKES
March 06, 2008 | DULUTH, MN
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Paul and I dated in high school. He will surely be missed.
Lora Horngren
March 06, 2008 | Duluth, MN
Paul was a classmate of mine at Central. He was a great person and I am so glad that I had the opportunity to know him. My thoughts and prayers are with your family in your time of sorrow.
Lyndsey Davey
March 06, 2008
Donell & Bob, I am so sorry to hear about Paul. I can't even imagine what you must be going through. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brenda Hendrickson
March 06, 2008 | Duluth, MN
Beaulieu Family,
Paul was a classmate of mine from Kindergarten at Birchwood Elementary School to graduating at Central. He could always bring a smile to my face. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Andrea Ruth (Potvien)
March 05, 2008 | Duluth
Bob & Donell,
We are so sorry to hear about Paul. We lived next to you in Piedmont on West 22nd Street. We enjoyed chatting with Paul whenever we were outside and thought he was such a nice young man. Please know our thoughts are with you in this difficult time.
Love Ryan and Katie Solem
Katie Solem
March 05, 2008 | DULUTH, MN
