Thomas-McDonald Morris, a male whose body was discovered on September 12, 2014, in Lakewood, Washington, remains an enigmatic figure even years after his passing. Despite a thorough investigation, authorities were unable to ascertain any known relatives or next of kin for the deceased. After he passed away due to natural causes at St. Clare Hospital, efforts to locate his family or any connections proved unsuccessful. The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington, conducted an extensive next of kin search but, unfortunately, turned up no results.
Following the standard procedure for cases in which no next of kin is identified, the decedent was entrusted to a rotation funeral home. Afterward, his remains were cremated, and the cremains were returned to the Medical Examiner's Office. With no claimants, the next steps were handled with respect for Morris’s remains.
On August 17, 2016, a scattering service was conducted, ensuring that Morris's ashes found their final resting place at sea. This gesture, while unable to replace the closure that family might seek, provided a dignified conclusion to the efforts made by the authorities. The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, reachable at 253-798-6494, continued to bear the responsibility for Morris's case under the agency case number 14-1412. Despite the limited information available and the lack of familial connections, the office ensures each case is handled with diligence and care, honoring the memory of the unclaimed individuals they encounter.
Date Found: 09/12/2014
