Audrey D. Barnett was found deceased on December 21, 2014, in Tacoma, Washington. Her life came to an unfortunate end due to carbon monoxide poisoning, a tragic consequence of a fire that occurred at her residence. Despite efforts to trace her lineage or next of kin, Audrey was without known family connections. The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office undertook a diligent search for her next of kin, but all efforts were to no avail.
After her demise, Audrey’s body was placed in the care of a rotation funeral home. Her cremated remains were later returned to the medical examiner's office. Lacking familial claimants to provide her with a traditional memorial and burial, a decision was made for Audrey's cremains. On August 17, 2016, her ashes were respectfully scattered at sea during a dedicated scattering service, a serene yet solemn farewell to someone largely unknown but undeniably human.
The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington, managed Audrey's case under the identification number 14-1934. They can be contacted for more information via their phone number, 253-798-6494. While Audrey D. Barnett's life stories may remain a mystery to most, her case serves as a reminder of the many individuals who pass without family to mourn them. Such cases underscore the importance of community awareness and the roles of agencies committed to providing dignity in death.
Date Found: 12/21/2014
