Rafael Lunares-Casey, a 79-year-old male, passed away on November 29, 2017, at Tacoma General Hospital from natural causes. Prior to his death, he had been a resident at the Avamere Heritage Rehab Nursing Home in Tacoma, Washington. Despite the standard procedures followed to locate relatives or next of kin, the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office (PCMEO) was unable to identify or make contact with any family members.
Upon completion of the investigation by the PCMEO, Rafael Lunares-Casey's body was sent to a rotation funeral home where he was subsequently cremated. His cremains were then returned to the care of the PCMEO. This process ensures that the remains of unclaimed individuals are treated with respect and dignity, even in the absence of known family to claim them.
The case, identified by Namus ID UCP5274 and agency case number 17-2281, reflects the efforts made by the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office to handle the unclaimed person cases. Despite exhaustive efforts to locate any living connections, Rafael Lunares-Casey remains an unclaimed decedent. The office stands as a point of contact for any potential information that may lead to the location of next of kin, aiming to provide closure for unknown relatives who might be unaware of Rafael's passing.
Date Found: 11/29/2017
