Coroner Seeks Help to Identify Cincinnati-Area Man Who Died

Officials looking for friends and relatives of 80-year-old James Little

Jan. 29, 2026 at 3:07pm

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The Hamilton County Coroner's Office is seeking information from the public to help identify the friends and relatives of James Little, an 80-year-old man who recently passed away on January 16 in the Cincinnati area. Little was last known to reside on Knotts Aly in Ripley, Ohio.

Why it matters

When someone passes away without any known next of kin, it can be difficult for authorities to properly handle the deceased's affairs and ensure their remains are treated with dignity. The coroner's office is hoping the public can provide any leads to help locate Little's loved ones.

The details

James Little, an 80-year-old man, died on January 16 in the Cincinnati area. The Hamilton County Coroner's Office is now seeking the public's help to identify and locate any friends or relatives of Little, as he was last known to reside on Knotts Aly in Ripley, Ohio.

  • James Little died on January 16, 2026.

The players

James Little

An 80-year-old man who recently passed away in the Cincinnati area.

Hamilton County Coroner's Office

The office responsible for handling Little's remains and seeking to identify his next of kin.

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What they’re saying

“Please contact Chief Investigator Maria Stewart at 513-946-8700 should you have any information.”

— Maria Stewart, Chief Investigator, Hamilton County Coroner's Office

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of maintaining connections with loved ones, as the lack of known next of kin can complicate matters for authorities when someone passes away. The coroner's office is relying on the public's help to ensure Little's remains are properly handled and his loved ones are notified.