On January 6, 2021, the body of a 64-year-old male, identified as Steven L. Bolieu, was discovered in Tacoma, Washington. He passed away from natural causes at Tacoma General Hospital. Following his death, the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office undertook a comprehensive investigation to locate any of his next of kin. Despite their diligent efforts, they were unable to find any relatives to claim Mr. Bolieu's remains.
The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington, spearheaded the inquiry into Mr. Bolieu’s background and potential family connections. This agency, which operates as part of the county's effort to ensure proper care for deceased individuals without immediate family, holds responsibility for such sensitive and complex cases. Despite utilizing all available resources, including databases and various outreach methods, they encountered considerable difficulty due to the absence of identifiable kin or close acquaintances linked to Mr. Bolieu.
With no family to notify, Steven L. Bolieu remains an unclaimed individual, underscoring the challenges faced by medical examiners when attempting to connect with the family members of the deceased. These efforts are vital not only in providing closure but in ensuring that Mr. Bolieu’s affairs could be handled with the dignity and respect deserved. For any further information or possible leads regarding Mr. Bolieu’s family or acquaintances, interested parties are encouraged to contact the Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office directly at 253-798-6494, referencing agency case number 21-0058 and Namus ID: UCP78778.
Date Found: 01/06/2021
