On December 11, 2025, the body of 71-year-old Dale Lee Rose was discovered at his residence in Gig Harbor, Washington. His demise was attributed to natural causes, as determined by the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office. Despite efforts to locate relatives or friends who might assume responsibility for his remains, no connections have yet been established. This has led to Dale Lee Rose being categorized as an unclaimed person, with his case documented under Namus ID: UCP154625.
The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, Washington, has taken charge of Dale's case. They have recorded the incident under Agency Case Number: 253197. The office has expressed their willingness to release his cremated remains to any individual who might come forward to claim them at any given time. This offer stands as they continue to seek out any next of kin or acquaintances connected to Dale.
For those who might have information pertaining to family members or other contacts of Dale Lee Rose, the Medical Examiner's Office is reachable by phone at 253-798-6494. The office remains committed to providing answers and closure to any potential family members even as they extend the opportunity for anyone willing to claim Dale's remains. This situation reflects the broader challenge of unclaimed persons and the efforts needed to reconnect them with their communities.
Date Found: 12/11/2025
