Patricia Allen, an 82-year-old woman, passed away on March 1, 2020, and her unclaimed body was later found in Tacoma, Washington. Allen's death was attributed to natural causes, which occurred while she was residing at the Avamere Heritage Rehab facility in Tacoma. Despite the circumstances of her passing being clear, Allen's identity as an unclaimed individual raised questions about her personal history and connections, as efforts to contact or locate any kin appear to have been unsuccessful.
The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office is the agency responsible for managing Allen's case. This office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington, is tasked with handling situations involving unclaimed individuals, ensuring appropriate steps are taken in accordance with procedural requirements. Under agency case number 20-0449, their responsibilities would include investigating any potential connections, documenting findings, and managing eventual dispositions, should there be no claims to Allen by family or acquaintances.
The Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office, which can be reached at 253-798-6494 for any inquiries or information regarding this case, continues to maintain their commitment to handling cases such as Allen's with professionalism and care. Their efforts ensure that all unclaimed individuals receive due attention, emphasizing the importance of humane and respectful treatment for those who, in life, may not have had close familial interactions or whose connections may have been otherwise impacted by various circumstances.
Date Found: 03/01/2020
