On December 21, 2023, the body of David Glenn Gleason, an 80-year-old male, was discovered at his residence in Puyallup, Washington. The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office determined that his death was due to natural causes. Sadly, efforts to locate family members or friends who could claim his remains have been unsuccessful.
Despite the exhaustive attempts to find someone connected to Gleason, the county has faced challenges in identifying kin or acquaintances who might have known him. This lack of connection leaves his cremains without a direct claimant, a poignant reminder of the often overlooked individuals who may not have close ties in their later years.
Currently, the cremains of David Glenn Gleason are being held by the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office. They are located at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington, and have expressed that any individual may claim the cremains at any time. For anyone interested in doing so, the contact number for the office is 253-798-6494. This situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced by medical examiners in connecting unclaimed individuals with those who could ensure their final rest is handled with care.
Date Found: 12/21/2023
