On March 14, 2025, the body of 69-year-old Joyce Everll Mathews was found in Tacoma, Washington. Following her passing, the Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office has been unable to identify or locate any family members or close friends who can claim her remains. Despite efforts to find her next of kin, no connections have surfaced, leaving her case among the unclaimed.
When individuals pass away without any known relatives to take responsibility for their remains, their final arrangements often fall to local authorities. In this case, Mathews’ cremains are available to be claimed by anyone at any time. The Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office continues to hold onto her remains, offering the possibility that someone—whether a distant relative, friend, or compassionate member of the community—may come forward to ensure she is laid to rest with dignity.
For those who may have known Mathews or wish to inquire further about her case, the Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office can be contacted at 253-798-6494. Their office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, remains open for anyone willing to provide information or claim her cremains. While Mathews’ story remains largely unknown, the hope remains that she will be remembered and honored, ensuring that no one is truly forgotten.
Date Found: 03/14/2025
