George Kuniyoshi, a 79-year-old man, passed away at his residence in Gig Harbor, Washington, on April 29, 2025, due to natural causes. His case was taken on by the Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office, which has since been unable to locate any family members or close acquaintances who might be able to claim his remains. As a result, his cremains remain unclaimed, with the option available for any individual to come forward and do so at any time.
Despite efforts to trace any connections to Kuniyoshi’s family or friends, there has been no success in identifying anyone willing or able to accept his cremains. In cases like his, the responsibility of handling final arrangements falls on local agencies. The Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office continues to hold onto the cremains in hopes that someone will step forward to claim them.
Those who wish to make inquiries or claim the cremains can contact the Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office directly. Their offices are located at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington, and they can be reached at 253-798-6494. The case number for Kuniyoshi’s records is 251174. While his remains may currently be unclaimed, the opportunity remains open for someone to take responsibility for them, ensuring that his passing is acknowledged with dignity.
Date Found: 04/29/2025
