On May 19, 2023, the body of Lorie Ann Ellison, a 60-year-old woman, was found in Tacoma, Washington, specifically at the St. Joseph Medical Center. Lorie Ann Ellison passed away due to natural causes, leaving behind no apparent family or friends to claim her remains. Her case has been logged with the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System under the Namus ID: UCP105092.
The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office has taken the responsibility of handling the situation. Despite thorough efforts to trace any family members or acquaintances, the office has been unsuccessful in locating anyone who might be able to take custody of Lorie Ann's remains. Her remains, now in the form of cremains, are currently being held with the possibility for any individual to claim them at any given time.
For those who may have known Lorie Ann Ellison or wish to inquire further about the case, they can contact the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office directly. The office is located at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington. Inquiries can also be made via phone by dialing 253-798-6494. This office continues to hope that someone will come forward to provide Lorie Ann the dignity of a proper remembrance and closure. Until such a time, the case remains open, with the staff ready to facilitate any queries or the claiming process.
Date Found: 05/19/2023