In Lakewood, Washington, a case emerged on April 26, 2015, with the discovery of Roger D. Bateman, an unclaimed decedent whose body was recovered. The NamUs ID associated with this case is UCP2492. Mr. Bateman passed away of natural causes at St. Clare Hospital, leaving no known family to claim him or manage his affairs. Efforts by the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office to locate next of kin were exhaustive but ultimately unsuccessful.
Upon passing, Mr. Bateman’s remains were transferred to a rotation funeral home. After the necessary procedures, the cremated remains were returned to the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office. Despite the diligent search for any relatives, the ashes of Roger D. Bateman remained unclaimed.
In a gesture of respect and closure, his unclaimed ashes were scattered at sea during a scattering service held on August 17, 2016. The case was managed by the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington. For inquiries, the office can be contacted at 253-798-6494, referencing Agency Case Number 15-0728. Although Mr. Bateman's journey ended quietly, his case underscores the compassionate efforts made by local authorities to provide dignity in death for those without known family.
Date Found: 04/26/2015
