On June 11, 2019, in Kennewick, Washington, the body of Charles Henry Shaffer, identified by Namus ID: UCP127590, was discovered. Charles was residing at Leila's Adult Family Home at the time of his passing. His case has come under the jurisdiction of the Benton County Coroner's Office, which is based at 7110 West Okanogan Place, Building A, in Kennewick. The contact number for the office is 509-222-3720, and further information can be found on their website at http://www.co.benton.wa.us/pview.aspx?id=799&catID. The official agency case number for Charles's file is CR-070.
Charles's passing on June 11 presents a poignant situation, with his status as unclaimed bringing attention to the depth of his story and the need for connections and resolution. Leila's Adult Family Home served as his last residence, a place that supported him through his final days. Despite having a known residence and a specified case number, Charles's light seems to have gone out unnoticed by family or friends, at least at the time of his death.
The Benton County Coroner's Office continues to work on providing clarity to Charles's situation, operating as an intermediary that seeks closure not just for procedural sake, but perhaps to honor the life and dignity of an individual who found his end in their jurisdiction. Their duties remind us that every life is consequential, deserving attention and care—even after one's passing becomes simply another file within their comprehensive archives.
Date Found: 06/11/2019
