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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP12160) and 4 other sources
Stephen Eding, a 58-year-old man from Novato, California, was last seen on February 26, 2006, and has been missing ever since. At the time of his disappearance, Eding was classified as a dependent adult due to medical conditions. He stood at 5'6", weighed around 140 pounds, and had gray hair, brown eyes, and a full beard. Notably, Eding was missing his teeth and was last seen wearing a gray and black tweed jacket. His condition and dependent status raised concerns for his safety, making his case particularly sensitive.

Despite efforts by local authorities, including the Novato Police Department, few details have emerged regarding what might have happened to Eding after that day. There have been no significant leads, and Eding's disappearance remains unsolved. His case continues to be listed as an "endangered missing person" due to the vulnerability associated with his health condition. Community efforts, such as through platforms like NamUs and the Charley Project, continue to keep his case in the public eye in hopes of uncovering new information that might lead to his whereabouts.

Eding's case is one of many that highlight the challenges in locating vulnerable adults who go missing without a clear explanation, and it remains open for further investigation. Authorities and online communities still encourage anyone with relevant information to come forward.

Last Seen: Feb 26, 2006

Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

83%Moderate
John Doe — San Francisco, California - unidentified case UP146037
John Doe — San Francisco, California
UP146037 • Found Oct 10, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 58 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%27 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%127 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
81%Moderate
John Doe — Rio Vista, California
UP147996 • Found Feb 12, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 58
Race 100%White
Location 90%48 mi away, same state
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 100%5'4"–5'7" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%137 lb vs 140 lb
79%Possible
John Doe — Millbrae, California - unidentified case UP16409
John Doe — Millbrae, California
UP16409 • Found Feb 23, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 60–80 vs 58 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 93%36 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'5"
Weight 91%120 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Richmond, California - unidentified case UP12859
John Doe — Richmond, California
UP12859 • Found Dec 24, 2010
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 58 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%18 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%142 lb vs 140 lb
79%Possible
John Doe — Stinson Beach, California
UP7080 • Found Jul 9, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 38–58 vs 58 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'5"
Weight 0%250 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
78%Possible
John Doe — San Francisco, California
UP5965 • Found Dec 27, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 58
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 52%5'9" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%135 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
78%Possible
John Doe — San Francisco, California - unidentified case UP146034
John Doe — San Francisco, California
UP146034 • Found Jan 22, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 90%Est. 68–82 vs 58 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%24 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 68%5'8" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%83–150 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
78%Possible
John Doe — San Francisco, California - unidentified case UP146018
John Doe — San Francisco, California
UP146018 • Found Jan 18, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 58 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 68%5'8" vs 5'5"
Weight 48%186 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
76%Possible
John Doe — San Francisco, California
UP91361 • Found Feb 5, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 58 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%23 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 years after last seen
Height 52%5'9" vs 5'5"
Weight 38%191 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Milpitas, California
UP72156 • Found Jun 14, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 58 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%59 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7"–5'11" vs 5'5"

These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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