On April 14, 2022, the remains of Joseph Gogal were discovered in his residence in Coaldale, Pennsylvania. Local law enforcement officers were conducting a welfare check when they found the decedent. Unfortunately, Gogal's body was in a state of severe decomposition, indicating that some time had passed since his death. Despite efforts to locate any relatives or individuals who could claim his remains, no next of kin has been identified. As a result, Joseph Gogal remains an unclaimed person.
Due to health concerns related to the condition of the remains, the decedent's body was cremated. Currently, the cremated remains are under the care of the Schuylkill County Coroner's Office. This agency, led by dedicated professionals, is tasked with handling such sensitive cases and ensuring that each decedent receives respectful treatment, even when family or acquaintances cannot be found. The office is located at 15 Alliance Street, Suite 2C, in New Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and can be reached at 570-277-0200 for any inquiries regarding the case or other related matters.
The case, identified by the agency case number 184-22 and assigned the Namus ID UCP95693, is still open as authorities continue their efforts to find anyone who might have a connection to Joseph Gogal. The coroner’s office has made information about the case available through its official website, offering hope that someone may recognize Gogal and aid in bringing closure to this unfortunate situation. Until then, the Schuylkill County Coroner's Office remains the custodian of his remains, handling the responsibility with the utmost care and professionalism.
Date Found: 04/14/2022
