Mark Anthony Beam, a 75-year-old resident of Kelso, Washington, passed away on May 19, 2023. He was born on May 16, 1948, in Portland, Oregon, to parents Golden Ray and Jo Ann Beam.
The circumstances surrounding Mark Beam's death were initially unclear, but investigators later determined it to be part of a tragic murder-suicide incident. Mark was found deceased inside his home off North 7th Avenue in Kelso, along with his 74-year-old wife, Candice 'Candi' Beam, and their 29-year-old
grandson.
Following an investigation, Kelso police concluded that the case was indeed a murder-suicide. It was determined that the grandson had killed his grandparents, Mark and Candice Beam, before taking his own life. The incident shocked the local community, as Mark and Candi were described as a retired couple.
No arrests were made in connection with this case, as the perpetrator was identified as the grandson who also died in the incident. The investigation did not reveal any additional suspects or arrests related to the deaths of Mark Anthony Beam and his family members.
This tragic event serves as a somber reminder of the devastating impact of domestic violence and the importance of mental health awareness and support within families and communities.
