Merced County Authorities Seek Relatives of Two Deceased Seniors

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By Anthony W. Haddad

Published 3 hours ago on

January 14, 2026

Merced County authorities are seeking the families of Larry Eugene Gustafson (left), 89, and Lani Erlene Moore, 80, to release their bodies for burial. (Merced County SO)

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The Merced County Sheriff-Coroner’s Office is asking the public for help locating the families of Larry Eugene Gustafson, 89, and Lani Erlene Moore, 80.

Despite searching numerous personal records, the office has been unable to reach their immediate relatives, a necessary step to release the bodies and allow for proper burials.

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Anyone with information is asked to contact the Coroner’s Office at (209) 385-7369.

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