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On December 9, 2019, the body of an unclaimed individual was discovered in Westland, Michigan. Identified as James J. Butler Jr., the circumstances surrounding his passing reveal a poignant narrative. Mr. Butler's death occurred in a nursing home hospice setting, underscoring the solitary nature of his final days. With no family members coming forward to claim his remains, his case shines a light on the often-overlooked issue of individuals who pass away with little or no familial connections. ...Read More
Date Found: 12/09/2019
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Victim Details

2020-04-21T15:34:46.197

2020-04-21T15:55:15.003

68353

UCP68353

18557

James

J.

Butler, Jr

Black / African American

Black / African American

Male

12/09/2019

Westland

Michigan

Wayne County

48185

No

17846

Wayne County Medical Examiner's Office

Detroit

Michigan

Wayne County

Quintina Glover

Medicolegal Death Investigator

1300 East Warren Ave., , Detroit, Michigan

3138332504

County

Medical Examiner

19-14813

2019-12-09

Gray or Partially Gray

Unknown

Unknown

11/21/2025


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