The unclaimed person case of Arnold Len Holm centers around a tragic and solitary end to a life in Tacoma, Washington. On November 13, 2014, Holm was discovered at his residence, having died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Despite efforts to trace any next of kin, the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office found no surviving family members for Holm. As a result, the case presented a poignant reminder of the challenges faced when a decedent is both alone in life and in death.
Following the unsuccessful search for relatives, Holm's remains were entrusted to a rotation funeral home. The cremains were later returned to the care of the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office. With no family to claim him, the final step taken to honor Holm's remains was a scattering service, which took place at sea on August 17, 2016. This service served as a symbol of closure for a life that ended far from the warmth of familial ties.
Throughout the case, the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington, led the investigation and management of Holm's remains. Despite the lack of information about Holm’s life and connections, the office strived to provide a dignified conclusion to his story, maintaining the respect every individual deserves. The agency can be reached by phone at 253-798-6494 for inquiries or further information regarding case number 14-1708.
Date Found: 11/13/2014
