On December 23, 2024, the body of Raymond Lapeer Bell, a 76-year-old male, was found in Tacoma, Washington. Bell's death occurred at an adult family home, and it was determined to be of natural causes. Despite efforts made by the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, no family members or friends capable of claiming Bell's remains have been located.
As per RCW 68.50.160, the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office took necessary actions to authorize the cremation of Raymond Lapeer Bell in coordination with a contracted funeral home. His cremated remains, or cremains, are currently being stored at the Medical Examiner's Office. They will remain there until the time of the next community burial service, ensuring proper respect and dignity for the deceased.
While the cremains are in the safekeeping of the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, they remain available for claim. Any individual can claim Bell’s cremains at any time prior to the community burial service. Those interested in making an inquiry or claim are directed to contact the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington. The agency can be reached by phone at 253-798-6494 for further information or assistance regarding this case, which is documented under Agency Case Number 243232, and registered with Namus ID: UCP135704.
Date Found: 12/23/2024
