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On June 4, 2019, in Knoxville, Tennessee, the body of Richard Earl Denton was discovered, marking the start of a complex and sensitive unclaimed person case. Despite efforts to locate next of kin, no family members were able or willing to take responsibility for his funeral arrangements. As a result, Denton's remains were handled by the local authorities in accordance with county procedures, leading to a county cremation. This outcome underscores the often challenging circumstances surrounding u ...Read More
Date Found: 06/04/2019
Date Found: 06/04/2019
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64588
UCP64588
15219
Richard
Earl
Denton
White / Caucasian
White / Caucasian
Male
06/04/2019
Knoxville
Tennessee
Knox County
37931
No
14896
Knox County Sheriff's Office
Knoxville
Tennessee
Knox County
400 Main Street, , Knoxville, Tennessee
8652152243
County
Law Enforcement
1906040204
2019-06-04
Unknown
Blue
Blue
11/27/2025
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