81, of Denver, CO, was native born May 3, 1926 and passed away March 16, 2008. In childhood, she attended St. Catherine's Grade School and Holy Family High School. In 1963, Donald W. Beam, who preceded her in death, became her husband at St. Patrick's Church. After getting married they moved to Ogallala, NE, then to Julesburg, CO before retiring in the Denver area. She is survived by her siblings: Lee J. Baldessari; John M. Baldessari; beloved nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. James Catholic Church.