Mary Joetta Roderick, aged 56, was last seen on December 16, 1994, at her residence on Lake Margaret Boulevard in Lake Como, Florida. Her disappearance remained unnoticed until early 1995 when the phone company alerted authorities due to her unpaid phone bill, which had accrued a significant balance. This prompted an investigation, and when authorities visited her home, her son claimed she had gone to Fort Lauderdale with a boyfriend. However, no one else in her family was aware of such a relationship, and investigators were unable to confirm this information.
As time passed, it became clear that no one had seen or heard from Mary since mid-December 1994. It was later discovered that her son had been cashing checks in her name, though he was later jailed on unrelated charges. No activity was found in any of Mary’s accounts following her disappearance. Foul play is suspected, but no substantial evidence has surfaced to explain her fate. Despite the time elapsed, the case remains open and unsolved. Authorities continue to urge anyone with information to come forward.
Last Seen: Dec 16, 1994
