On June 24, 2014, the body of Roland Frank Stierle was discovered in Washington. A case identified by Namus ID UCP3200 was opened following his death, which occurred due to natural causes at a hospice facility. Unfortunately, despite efforts by the authorities, no immediate family members came forward to claim his remains. Although it was suggested that he had a brother, there was no confirmed contact, and his brother officially declined to take responsibility for the deceased.
The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, based at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington, handled the case under the agency case number 14-0967. For more than a year, the cremated remains of Roland Frank Stierle remained unclaimed. Adhering to their policy for managing unclaimed remains, the office took the appropriate measures to ensure a dignified farewell.
On August 30, 2017, in keeping with the procedures for unclaimed individuals, the staff of the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office held a ceremonial scattering of Roland's ashes at sea. This gesture marked the conclusion of the journey for Roland Frank Stierle in a manner that honored his life, despite the absence of family to provide him a final farewell. The office remains available for inquiries at the contact number 253-798-6494.
Date Found: 06/24/2014
