Coroner Seeks Next of Kin for Vincennes Woman

Officials unable to locate family of 79-year-old Diana Jody Carson who died under hospice care

Mar. 27, 2026 at 4:50pm

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The Knox County Coroner's Office is asking for the public's help in locating next of kin for a 79-year-old Vincennes woman named Diana Jody Carson who recently passed away from natural causes while under hospice care at a local nursing facility. Authorities have contacted Carson's designated power of attorney and known friends, but have been unable to identify or reach any legal next of kin to make final arrangements.

Why it matters

When a person passes away without any known next of kin, it can create challenges for authorities in arranging proper burial or cremation services. The coroner's office is seeking the public's assistance to help identify any surviving family members who can claim the deceased's remains and make final arrangements.

The details

Diana Jody Carson, 79, died on Monday, March 24 while under hospice care at a nursing facility in Vincennes, Indiana. Her last known address was on East Sycamore Street. The Knox County Coroner's Office has reached out to Carson's designated power of attorney and known friends, but has been unable to locate any legal next of kin.

  • Diana Jody Carson passed away on Monday, March 24, 2026.

The players

Diana Jody Carson

A 79-year-old woman from Vincennes, Indiana who recently passed away without any known next of kin.

Knox County Coroner's Office

The local government agency responsible for investigating unattended deaths and arranging final arrangements for the deceased.

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The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of ensuring that individuals have clear end-of-life plans and designated next of kin, to avoid challenges for authorities in arranging proper burial or cremation services when a person passes away.