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Unclaimed Persons on October 15

740 open cases in our database happened on October 15. Every one is a family still waiting for answers.

Unclaimed Persons (69)

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Esther Tucker

Female · Memphis, Tennessee

Found Oct 15, 2018 · 8 years ago

On October 15, 2018, the lifeless body of a woman was discovered in Memphis, Tennessee. Identified as 47-year-old Esther Tucker, the circumstances surrounding her death immediately indicated foul play, marking this as a case of homicide. Despite the tragic…

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Samuel Mott

Male · Detroit, Michigan

Found Oct 15, 2018 · 8 years ago

On October 15, 2018, the decomposing body of a male identified as Samuel Mott was discovered in a secured apartment in Detroit, Michigan. The discovery was made by the apartment management, indicating an anomaly that led to their entry and subsequent finding…

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Gertraude Taut

Female · Tacoma, Washington

Found Oct 15, 2017 · 9 years ago

On October 15, 2017, the body of Gertraude M Taut, an elderly woman aged 76, was discovered in her residence in Tacoma, Washington. She passed away from natural causes, leaving behind a case that underscored the complexities often associated with handling the…

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Ruth Williams

Female · Tacoma, Washington

Found Oct 15, 2017 · 9 years ago

Ruth Ann Williams, a 76-year-old resident of Tacoma, Washington, passed away from natural causes on October 15, 2017, at her home in Cascade Park Vista. The circumstances surrounding Ms. Williams' death have been thoroughly documented by the Pierce County…

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Harold Miller

Male · Trenton, New Jersey

Found Oct 15, 2017 · 9 years ago

On October 15, 2017, the body of an unclaimed male, later identified as Harold Miller, was discovered in Trenton, New Jersey. This case, registered under Namus ID UCP92516, remains unresolved, shedding light on the often overlooked issue of unclaimed…

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Samuel Cunningham

Male · Greenback, Tennessee

Found Oct 15, 2015 · 11 years ago

Samuel Cunningham, a male individual, was found deceased on October 15, 2015, in Greenback, Tennessee. His case was identified under Namus ID: UCP2239, and it was handled by the Knox County Regional Forensic Center. An autopsy was ordered by the Loudon County…

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Lawrence Gallarde

Male · Honolulu, Hawaii

Found Oct 15, 2015 · 11 years ago

In October 2015, the body of a male identified as Lawrence Gallarde was discovered in Honolulu, Hawaii. Despite the passage of time, the case remains unresolved, with Lawrence's remains yet to be claimed by any relatives or acquaintances. He was found…

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James Hale

California

Found Oct 15, 2015 · 11 years ago

In the quiet ambiance of California, a mysterious case has lingered without resolution since October 15, 2015. On this day, the body of an individual identified as James N. Hale was discovered, marking the beginning of an intricate and unresolved journey for…

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James Hale

Male · Victorville, California

Found Oct 15, 2015 · 11 years ago

In an intriguing case from Victorville, California, the body of James Noel Hale was found on October 15, 2015, under circumstances that continue to perplex those involved in his identification process. Hale, who was on hospice care at the time, died at home…

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Michael Cunningham

Male · Dallas, Texas

Found Oct 15, 2015 · 11 years ago

On October 15, 2015, the body of a man later identified as Michael Lee Cunningham was discovered in Dallas, Texas. He was officially pronounced deceased in the city on the same date. Despite investigative efforts, authorities have been unable to locate or…

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Daniel Kuster Ii

Male · Washington

Found Oct 15, 2014 · 12 years ago

Daniel Ray Kuster II was last seen on October 15, 2014, in Washington. Despite efforts to identify him and reunite him with loved ones, his case remains unclaimed and unresolved. As of now, his status is recorded in the National Missing and Unidentified…

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James Shoemake

Male · Unknown, Washington

Found Oct 15, 2012 · 14 years ago

On October 15, 2012, a male body was discovered in Unknown, Washington. The deceased was identified as James G. Shoemake. Despite efforts to trace his next of kin or any associated acquaintances, the case of Mr. Shoemake remains that of an unclaimed person.…

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Charles Brune

Male · Dallas, Texas

Found Oct 15, 2012 · 14 years ago

On October 15, 2012, the body of Charles Henry Brune was discovered in Dallas, Texas. Despite efforts by authorities, his next of kin remains unidentified. Pronounced deceased in Dallas, his case has been registered with the National Missing and Unidentified…

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Gertrude Ortiz

Female · South Houston, Texas

Found Oct 15, 2010 · 16 years ago

Gertrude Ortiz, a female, was discovered deceased on October 15, 2010, at her residence in South Houston, Texas. Despite efforts from local authorities, her case remains unclaimed, identified under NamUs ID: UCP4297. Her body was found in circumstances that…

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Gerald Brooks

Male · Yakima, Washington

Found Oct 15, 2010 · 16 years ago

On October 15, 2010, the body of an unidentified male, later known as Gerald W. Brooks, was discovered in Yakima, Washington. This unresolved case, assigned Namus ID UCP66010, remains an intriguing mystery as authorities continue to seek closure and answers…

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Stephen Coffman

Male · Anaheim, California

Found Oct 15, 2009 · 17 years ago

In October 2009, the remains of an unidentified male were discovered in Anaheim, California, setting off a complex investigation to determine the identity and circumstances leading to his untimely death. The body was found on the 15th of October, which…

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Peggy Lewis

California

Found Oct 15, 2009 · 17 years ago

In a somber discovery that continues to baffle investigators and touch the hearts of the community, the unclaimed body of Peggy Amelia Lewis was found on October 15, 2009, in California. The circumstances surrounding her death and subsequent lack of…

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John Siko

California

Found Oct 15, 2008 · 18 years ago

On October 15, 2008, the body of an unclaimed person identified as John Joseph Siko was discovered in California. Despite efforts to ascertain his identity, significant gaps remain in the available information regarding his physical characteristics. His…

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Mohmmad Kamal

Male · Honolulu, Hawaii

Found Oct 15, 2005 · 21 years ago

In a perplexing case that has lingered on for years, the unclaimed remains of a man identified as Mohmmad Saeed Kamal were discovered in Honolulu, Hawaii on October 15, 2005. This case, referenced by NamUs ID UCP530, still leaves authorities seeking answers…

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Ricardo Sanchez

Male · California

Found Oct 15, 2003 · 23 years ago

On October 15, 2003, an unidentified male body was discovered in California, leading to the establishment of an open and unresolved case. The individual was later identified as Ricardo Salcedo Sanchez. Despite efforts to trace his identity and next of kin…

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Desmond Sheppard

Male · Yakima, Washington

Found Oct 15, 2002 · 24 years ago

Desmond Sheppard, an unclaimed individual, was discovered deceased on October 15, 2002, in Yakima, Washington. His case has been recorded under the NamUs ID UCP65978. At the time of his passing, he was known to have resided in Yakima County. Unfortunately…

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