United States Department of the Interior - National Park Service, U.S. Government
End of Watch Sunday, January 1, 2012
Reflections for Park Ranger Margaret A. Anderson
As a volunteer at the park, I had a number of interactions with Margaret. She was continually helpful and full of good cheer as well as always thanking the volunteers for their help. I miss her smile, knowledge and wisdom beyond her years.
Volunteer Robert Blumberg
NPS, Mt Rainier National Park
January 3, 2012
sending love to your family!
deborah
January 3, 2012
Margaret,
You are another true hero in the fight to protect our Homeland! May God hold you close and watch over your family.
Debby Hassel, Senior Watch Officer
Department of Homeland Security - National Operations Center
January 3, 2012
never met her, never been there. Thoughts and prayers are with family and friends. Hang in there. She must have been a saint
civilian, ed
ohio
January 3, 2012
To Ranger Anderson Family:
Even though I did know this young woman, I grieve for your loss. She is a TRUE HERO. Jesus said that there is no greater gift, but that one should give their life for another...your Margaret did this because of her love for others. May Jehovah God bless your family & give you His peace.
Kathy Johnson
an American citizen
January 3, 2012
Horrible news. It breaks my heart. I feel for her two daughters, husband, and the rest of her family. I'm glad they don't have to worry about the shooter being on the loose or having to go to trial. Ranger Anderson, I didn't know you but you will never be forgotten. Thank you for your service. Rest assured, your girls will grow up knowing their mommy was the bravest of the brave. Rest in peace.
Alexandra Burke
Law Enforcement Ranger, Bureau of Land Management
January 3, 2012
I am terribly sorry for what is happen to Margaret. The world has certainly changed. It just sicken me so much. Please take care of the children and husband.
Citzen
Citzen
January 3, 2012
God Bless you and thank you for your service. You will be always be remembered for your service to our Great Unbited States. Semper Fidelis....
State Traffic Officer, California Highway Patrol William M. Becze #7185
January 3, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to this brave woman's family and friends. May you find comfort in watching her children grow and knowing they are a part of her still here on Earth.
Civilian
Sympathetic citizen
January 3, 2012
everyone will remeber that you were here. thank you for making your corner of he world a better place. the mountain is truly yours. r.i.p.
susan mitchell, wisconsin housewife
national parks visitor
January 3, 2012
Everyone loves Mount Rainier and we are so grateful to the National Park Rangers who make our visits there memorable, safe and fun. I have brought friends there from around the world over the years. Everyone has been thrilled to hike near Paradise.
God bless Park Ranger Margaret Anderson, her family, her friends, her colleagues and everyone in law enforcement who worked so hard to keep visitors safe after this senseless tragedy.
Words cannot express the depth of our gratitude for the ultimate sacrifice she made for all of us.
Jean Vignes
Grateful visitor to Mount Rainier
January 3, 2012
Because I have been a meadow rover on the Sunrise side of the park, I did not have the oportunity to meet Ranger Anderson. I am sadden that I will never have the opportunity to meet such an outstanding ranger. My condolences go out to her husbund, Eric, and especially to their children.
Atr Dahlberg former seasonal and now VIP
January 3, 2012
Our condolences to the Anderson family and the NATIONAL PARK SERVICE.
Ron Anderson
E/O WestI-10 Fire Dept.
January 3, 2012
I have no connection with Ranger Margaret Anderson except as a fellow Christian. My heart breaks for her little girls, her husband, her parents and co-workers. Please know that I am praying that God's hand of comfort be upon all of you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Lorrie Wesselius
A concerned citizen
January 3, 2012
I too enjoy our national parks and the dedicated employees. These men and women are the heart and soul of that system . REST IN PEACE Ranger Anderson . My heartfelt condolences to your family .
Ron Anderson
E/O WestI-10 Fire Dept.
January 3, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to Ranger Anderson and her family.
Debbie Brookshire
Past visitor to the Park
January 3, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with Park Ranger Anderson's family, friends and fellow Park Rangers.
When a law enforcement officer starts their shift, they never know what will happen on that day. Margaret Anderson selflessly placed herself in harms way to protect visitors and other employees in the park.
I salute you, Ranger Anderson. You are a true hero.
God bless you and your family.
Lieutenant (RET) Pat Foelske
Greeley, CO Police Department
January 3, 2012
Blessed are the Peacemakers as they are truly the children of God
Rest well, you are indeed a hero.
Gary
Ex National Park Service and Police Officer
January 3, 2012
My condolences to your family as well as your extended family in the National Park Service. The good work you have done in protecting America's most priceless places will not be forgotten. May God bless & care for your children as others pick up the good work for which you have left them.
J. Corn
Missouri State Highway Patrol & FLETC Alumni
January 3, 2012
From all the people that enjoy the beauty of Mt. Rainier, Margaret will be remembered for preserving that beauty and protecting it for the future generations. Although we do not know her personally, we send our deepest condolences to her family and friends, and her fellow rangers. We are so, so thankful for the work that you do and your commitment to the park, making it a wonderful and safe place to explore the beauty of creation. We wish Margaret the utmost peace in her resting place, that she lived a life doing what she loved. May we all remember this heroic woman and do our part to protect the majesty and history of this place. Thank you Margaret. Peace to your family, friends, and your eternal future.
Scott
Park visitor
January 3, 2012
My condolences to Eric and his family. So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marie (waz) Wasilefsky
Unity Alumni
January 3, 2012
Margaret was bright, hard-working, and dedicated. She likely saved many lives as she alone stood between a man with assult weapons, body armor, and insanity --- and the busy Paradise visitor center (just around the bend).
Thank you to Margaret. Condolences to her family---Your loved one is a tremendous hero - forever.
coworker
NPS
January 3, 2012
May we always remember your sacrifice and be grateful for it. God bless you and all who love you.
Cindy Carter
Exercise Physiologist
January 3, 2012
The Comfort we may know is that God, Love, is now wholly embracing Park Ranger Margaret Anderson, as she joyfully rests in Love, competely and eternally. And we know there are dedicated Loving individuals left here who will continue to pray and contribute selflessly for the Comfort of Margaret's Loved Ones. "God is Love" 1John4:8,16
J. Gorka
Minister
January 3, 2012
Thank you Park Ranger Margaret Anderson for your sacrifice. Because of your bravery you saved the lives of many. May your memory live on.
A reader
January 3, 2012