On March 13, 2017, an 86-year-old male, identified as Harold Baych, was discovered deceased in Tacoma, Washington. His body was found at St. Joseph Medical Center, where he passed away from natural causes. Following the discovery, the local authorities undertook an exhaustive search to find any living family members or next of kin for Mr. Baych. Despite these efforts, no familial connections emerged, and thus, his case was recorded under the Namus ID: UCP5346.
Following his passing, the decision was made to transfer Mr. Baych's remains to a rotation funeral home in the area, where he was subsequently cremated. It was later determined that Mr. Baych had served in the military, granting him eligibility for interment at the Tahoma National Cemetery, a final honor reserved for veterans. As a result, his cremains were released to this cemetery, ensuring he received a respectful and dignified resting place.
The case was administered by the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington. This agency handles such unclaimed cases with professionalism and care, ensuring that all possibilities are explored in identifying and contacting next of kin. For any inquiries regarding this case, interested parties can reach the Medical Examiner's Office at 253-798-6494. Despite the lack of family, Harold Baych received a respectful burial reflecting his service to the nation, offering closure to his final chapter.
Date Found: 03/13/2017
