Michael Ableman

After high school, Mike served in the United States Navy and then began his dedicated career in law enforcement. He served the Casper Police Department from 2005-2014, and the Douglas Police Department from 2014-2021. While working as a police officer, Mike completed his undergraduate degree in criminal justice and his Master of Business Administration from Norwich University. A lifelong learner, he was halfway through completing a second master’s degree in counseling from Liberty University. Mike has always been a devoted friend and family man. The happiness of others was always very important to him; proof of this comes in the form of his sister’s marriage to his friend and fellow patrol partner. The epitome of his own happiness came to fruition when his daughter, Claira Alta Ableman, was born. Michael was an amazing, doting father. Claira and Michael were always up to some kind of shenanigans whether they were traveling to Colorado, riding Claira’s go-kart, or having Claira pick out big ticket items for the house like a flat-screen TV or a snowman Christmas tree. Michael will always be remembered for his ability to add humor to any situation and quick action when someone asks him for help. His contagious laughter and creative nicknames will be held close to his family’s hearts forever. They’d like his memory to live on in the memories of the community forever. Thank you, Officer Ableman, for your dedicated service. Special thanks to his family for sharing him with us.