On February 21, 2018, the body of 93-year-old Sung N Jeong was discovered, having passed away from natural causes at St. Clare Hospital in Lakewood, Washington. Despite his advanced age, Sung N Jeong remained unclaimed following his death. The complexities of his case stem largely from the absence of easily accessible next of kin. His status as widowed left the only known relative as his late wife, with potential adult children speculated to be residing in Korea. These factors have notably complicated efforts to connect the deceased with immediate family members.
The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office (PCMEO) undertook an exhaustive search to locate any surviving relatives of Sung N Jeong. Their attempts included reaching out through various channels to establish contact with potential family members overseas, though these efforts proved unsuccessful. In the absence of a verified next of kin, standard practices were adhered to, and Sung N Jeong was transferred to a rotational funeral home for cremation. Post-cremation, the cremains were returned to the care of the PCMEO.
This case, documented under Namus ID: UCP53169 and agency case number 18-1315, remains open with the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office. They retain custody of the cremains at their facility located at 3619 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, Washington. For further information or inquiries, the agency can be reached via their contact number at 253-798-6494. Despite the diligent efforts by the medical examiner's office, Sung N Jeong's legacy endures in anonymity, waiting for the potential discovery of family members who can provide a sense of closure and dignity to his memory.
Date Found: 02/21/2018
