The son of Barney and Loretta Beam, Donny began an amazing journey June 10, 1951, in Youngstown.

He was blessed with a great life and always positive, even while battling multiple health issues for more than 11 years.

An avid outdoorsman, he grew up hunting and fishing with his father and older brother, Jim Beam, at a very young age. He continued hunting with Jim up until last year.

He enjoyed the game of golf with all three brothers, known as the Beam Team.

Don graduated from Chaney High School in 1969. He served two years in the Air Force Reserve. He worked at US Steel as a crane operator in his early 20s. Afterwards, he went on to work in Saudi Arabia, a story he shared with many. He also lived in Las Vegas as a taxi driver and again shared many stories.

Returning to Youngstown, he was an outside salesperson selling everything from cars, boats, trailers and truck equipment. His most recent employer was Quality Truck Body & Equipment.

His journey encompassed many paths, and he inspired many people; however, it was inevitable that no matter how wonderful the journey through life may be, it will eventually come to an end and a new journey begun.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife Sandy Mitovich-Beam; and three brothers that he adored, James Beam Sr. (Beverly), Ronald Beam and William Beam (Roseann). Bill added that Don “was the best of all of us and we were blessed to be so close for so long.”

He also leaves sister in-law, Deborah Mitovich-McCullough (Flint); brother in-law, Nicholas Mitovich (Joann); nephews, James Beam Jr., Patrick Beam and Daniel Mitovich (Stacy); and nieces, Nicole Mitovich-Pygott (Rich) and Carly Beam; along with many adoring cousins; and his companion dog, Buddy Beam.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Barney and Loretta Beam.

Many thanks to all his caregivers over the years, especially Dr. Walter Passarello and staff, Beth Passarello and The Medicine Place staff, St. Elizabeth Mercy Health, The Cleveland Clinic, The Hope Center, and most recent, Hospice of the Valley. A special thank you to nurse Flo and Dennis from Hospice for their love and compassion.

Donald, Sandy and the Beam brothers would like to ask all who knew him — family, friends, neighbors and co-workers — to remember what a wonderful man he was. He lived a great life because of all of you.

There will be no services, per Don’s request.

Donations can be made on his behalf to Angels for Animals, 4750 South Range Road, Canfield, OH 44406; or Hospice of the Valley, 5190 Market St., Youngstown, OH 44512.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Shriver-Allison-Courtley-Weller-King Funeral Home.

Friends and family may view this obituary and share memories and condolences at www.shriverallisoncourtleyfuneralhome.com.

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Donald D. Beam 1951-2022

POLAND — On Thursday, March 10, 2022, with his wife, Sandy, and faithful dog, Buddy Beam, by his side, Donald D. Beam, 70, passed away peacefully at home, under the watchful eyes of his brothers.

The son of Barney and Loretta Beam, Donny began an amazing journey June 10, 1951, in Youngstown.

He was blessed with a great life and always positive, even while battling multiple health issues for more than 11 years.

An avid outdoorsman, he grew up hunting and fishing with his father and older brother, Jim Beam, at a very young age. He continued hunting with Jim up until last year.

He enjoyed the game of golf with all three brothers, known as the Beam Team.

Don graduated from Chaney High School in 1969. He served two years in the Air Force Reserve. He worked at US Steel as a crane operator in his early 20s. Afterwards, he went on to work in Saudi Arabia, a story he shared with many. He also lived in Las Vegas as a taxi driver and again shared many stories.

Returning to Youngstown, he was an outside salesperson selling everything from cars, boats, trailers and truck equipment. His most recent employer was Quality Truck Body & Equipment.

His journey encompassed many paths, and he inspired many people; however, it was inevitable that no matter how wonderful the journey through life may be, it will eventually come to an end and a new journey begun.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife Sandy Mitovich-Beam; and three brothers that he adored, James Beam Sr. (Beverly), Ronald Beam and William Beam (Roseann). Bill added that Don “was the best of all of us and we were blessed to be so close for so long.”

He also leaves sister in-law, Deborah Mitovich-McCullough (Flint); brother in-law, Nicholas Mitovich (Joann); nephews, James Beam Jr., Patrick Beam and Daniel Mitovich (Stacy); and nieces, Nicole Mitovich-Pygott (Rich) and Carly Beam; along with many adoring cousins; and his companion dog, Buddy Beam.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Barney and Loretta Beam.

Many thanks to all his caregivers over the years, especially Dr. Walter Passarello and staff, Beth Passarello and The Medicine Place staff, St. Elizabeth Mercy Health, The Cleveland Clinic, The Hope Center, and most recent, Hospice of the Valley. A special thank you to nurse Flo and Dennis from Hospice for their love and compassion.

Donald, Sandy and the Beam brothers would like to ask all who knew him — family, friends, neighbors and coworkers — to remember what a wonderful man he was. He lived a great life because of all of you.

There will be no services, per Don’s request.

Donations can be made on his behalf to Angels for Animals, 4750 South Range Road, Canfield, OH 44406; or Hospice of the Valley, 5190 Market St., Youngstown, OH 44512.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Shriver-Allison-Courtley-Weller-King Funeral Home.

Friends and family may view this obituary and share memories and condolences at www.shriverallisoncourtleyfuneral home.com.

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