In Tacoma, Washington, on May 21, 2019, the body of Timothy Alan Slayton, a 46-year-old male, was identified at Tacoma General Hospital. Tragically, Slayton passed away from natural causes, leaving behind a sister as his only known family member. Despite this familial connection, his sister was unable to claim his remains at the time of his death. However, there remains a possibility that she could do so in the future.
Following standard procedure for unclaimed individuals, Slayton was sent to a rotation funeral home. There, his body was respectfully cremated. Post-cremation, the cremains were returned to the custody of the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office (PCMEO), which is tasked with handling such cases with care and dignity. The opportunity for his sister to claim his cremains remains open should she be able to in the future.
The handling of Slayton's case is under the jurisdiction of the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, Washington. For individuals seeking further information or looking to get involved, the office can be contacted at 253-798-6494. Under Agency Case Number 19-1107, dedicated professionals continue to manage and ensure that Timothy Alan Slayton's remains are preserved, offering a chance for his family to offer him the final respect he deserves when circumstances allow.
Date Found: 05/21/2019
