On October 11, 2017, the body of Joan Lee Veatch was discovered at her residence in West-Richland, Washington. Veatch, identified under the Namus ID UCP127960, passed away due to natural circumstances. The circumstances surrounding her death were such that the body remained unclaimed, leading to an investigation by local authorities.
The Benton County Coroner’s Office was tasked with managing the case. Operating under Agency Case Number CR-044, their office is located at 7110 West Okanogan Place, Building A, in Kennewick, Washington. The office provides services aimed at investigating deaths to determine the cause and manner, particularly in situations where individuals pass away unattended or without a known next of kin.
Despite the routine nature of her passing, efforts to claim Joan Lee Veatch have not been resolved, highlighting an often overlooked aspect of some people's lives—remaining without known family or friends to provide closure after death. For any further information regarding the case or to make inquiries, individuals are encouraged to contact the Benton County Coroner’s Office at 509-222-3720. The agency also provides additional resources and information on their website, accessible at http://www.co.benton.wa.us/pview.aspx?id=799&catID.
Date Found: 10/11/2017
