Charles Kaiser passed away on August 18, 2009, in a nursing home in Tacoma, Washington, a death attributed to natural causes. Despite having surviving family, the decedent was ultimately unclaimed. His son declined to take responsibility for claiming his father's remains, which resulted in a complex situation for the authorities involved.
The case was handled by the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office (PCMEO), located at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington. Under agency case number 09-1053, Charles Kaiser was assigned NamUs ID UCP3194 as part of the unclaimed persons network. The office tried to find a resolution, yet the remains were left unclaimed, sitting in limbo.
Following protocol, the cremated remains of Charles Kaiser waited over a year without being claimed. In accordance with the institutional policies, on August 30, 2017, the PCMEO staff conducted a ceremony during which the unclaimed ashes were respectfully scattered at sea. This marked the final step in closing the case, aligning with the office's dedication to dignifying unclaimed remains. The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office can be contacted at 253-798-6494 for any inquiries related to this case or similar matters.
Date Found: 08/18/2009
