In the case of the unclaimed person, Rebecca Wabegijik, her remains were initially in the care of Christiansen's Michigan Cremation Funeral Care in Greenville, Michigan. After passing away at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital in Kent County on November 26, 2025, the family selected this funeral home for her arrangements. However, communication between the family and the funeral home ceased, prompting the funeral home to seek assistance from local authorities.
Due to Rebecca's residency in Montcalm County, Christiansen's reached out to the Mid-Michigan Medical Examiner Group for further guidance on handling the situation. This agency, located at 2141 Plett Rd PMB #111 in Cadillac, Michigan, was contacted following the protocol for unclaimed persons in such cases. As part of the procedure, the Department of Health and Human Services was also engaged to ensure all appropriate steps were followed in managing Rebecca's affairs.
The Mid-Michigan Medical Examiner Group, which can be contacted at 231-510-6205, became actively involved with the case, identified by Agency Case Number 59-0106-WR-2026. While efforts were made to contact and collaborate with Rebecca's family, the cessation of communication led to a more complex scenario requiring intervention by government services to manage her final arrangements. This case underscores the challenges faced when family members cannot be reached or are unwilling to engage in the processes following a loved one's passing.
Date Found: 11/26/2025
