In a poignant and unresolved case, the body of Frances Shirley Cyphers was discovered on December 6, 2018, in Puyallup, Washington. At 85 years of age, this elderly woman passed away from natural causes at the Rainier Rehab facility. Despite having multiple family members, including children, none stepped forward to claim her remains, leaving a cloud of mystery and sadness in the wake of her passing.
Following standard procedure in such scenarios, Frances Shirley Cyphers' remains were transferred to a rotation funeral home where she was cremated. The cremains were subsequently returned to the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office (PCMEO), emphasizing the unfortunate reality that, in the absence of family claims, they remain unclaimed—a situation that is both rare and heart-wrenching for the loved ones involved, as well as for those handling the case.
The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington, is tasked with the duty of overseeing such cases. They are reachable at 253-798-6494 for any inquiries regarding unclaimed remains or related matters. However, despite their efforts and resources available, Frances Shirley Cyphers continues to be an unclaimed person, encapsulated by the Namus ID: UCP56525 and the agency case number: 18-2490. This case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of familial connections and the sometimes stark consequences of their absence.
Date Found: 12/06/2018
