On August 3, 2017, the body of Matthew J. Hoey, an unclaimed 74-year-old male, was discovered in Lakewood, Washington, bearing the Namus ID UCP5322. Mr. Hoey passed away from natural causes at St. Joseph Medical Center. Sadly, he had no known next of kin. Despite the efforts of the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office (PCMEO), a thorough search for any family members yielded no results.
Following the standard procedures for such cases, Mr. Hoey's remains were entrusted to a rotation funeral home designated by the PCMEO. After cremation, his cremains were returned to the care of the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office for safekeeping. The absence of family to claim or mourn him highlights a poignant reality faced by many individuals who pass away without surviving relatives or connections.
The agency handling the case was the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, Washington. This office can be reached at 253-798-6494 for any inquiries or information regarding Mr. Hoey or similar cases. The agency operated under the case number 17-1552, diligently following protocols to address the unfortunate circumstance of unclaimed persons, demonstrating their commitment to dignity and respect, even in the absence of familial ties.
Date Found: 08/03/2017
