Body found at Solstice Park, police say foul play not suspected

Seattle Police have closed off a small part of Solstice Park, (across from the north end of Lincoln Park). After getting a tip about this (and subsequent questions via e-mail from people wondering what was going on), we went over to find out. Investigators at the scene tell us a body was found at the park. Police are not commenting officially on the cause of death but they do tell us that Homicide detectives are not being called – in other words, foul play is not suspected. A King County Medical Examiner crew is expected to arrive soon to remove the body.

Kristina January 8, 2012 (1:25 pm)

Rest in peace, whomever you may be.

Alki Resident January 8, 2012 (2:08 pm)

I wonder if it was that homeless guy the blog reported about being crazy and had a record a few months ago.

WSB January 8, 2012 (3:04 pm)

Alki Res, we won’t know an ID before tomorrow. I actually had Patrick ask the police at the scene about that particular person and oddly the sergeant to whom P spoke didn’t seem to have heard of him. I have corresponded with that person’s mom before … it is a difficult case, as is so many ways that our system deals with the mentally ill (not that it is an excuse for crime). I do know that person got out of jail about two weeks ago; someone had asked me about him, and I haven’t even yet written about the latest developments in the case, am still trying to research how the latest one against him was resolved. Anyway, again, we have NO idea who this was, at this point … TR

MB January 8, 2012 (2:32 pm)

Prayers to the family!

Alki Resident January 8, 2012 (4:44 pm)

Thanks TR,at any rate suicide sucks.Wish they could’ve gotten help.

WSB January 8, 2012 (5:00 pm)

I did just hear from the mom mentioned in my earlier comment, A-Res … she checked with the ME and it’s not him.

J W January 8, 2012 (8:57 pm)

As one of ‘HIS ” past victims , what are the latest developments in his case ?
Also may the person in the park rest in peace.

WSB January 8, 2012 (9:57 pm)

JW, I’m working on a court roundup – running out of time tonight, though. The latest cases were handled in Seattle Municipal Court, which does not put nearly as much of its documentation online as the higher courts.

Beth January 8, 2012 (9:15 pm)

Sad any way you look at it. Prayers to the family, and to the person(s) who found him.

Dunno January 8, 2012 (11:19 pm)

Speaking of Ryan, I did see him there on Saturday morning with all his gear.

Silly Goose January 9, 2012 (12:08 pm)

Hum Alki Resident how do you know it is suicide? So sad any way you look at it.

cb January 9, 2012 (1:00 pm)

The man you are speaking of and do not know… He was a kind and gentle soul, he was loved by many, and a friend to many. He was my friend… not homeless, not crazy… he was my friend and I adored him, and I will miss him dearly. May my friend rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers, love and support goes out to his girlfriend, family and friends during this difficult time of loss. oxox

passers by January 9, 2012 (2:20 pm)

cb- beautiful sentiment. Is that just a poem or did you REALLY know him? Crying with you either way.

cb January 9, 2012 (2:44 pm)

thank you, he was a beautiful person… keeping his name in privacy out of respect to his girlfriend, family and friends… yes I did know, and I’m honored to call him my friend.

passers by January 9, 2012 (3:45 pm)

Glad to know he wasn’t all alone, that he WAS loved, but so sorry about the pain!!! Nobody deserves that. Please tell them so for us. Thank you.

Alki Resident January 9, 2012 (3:54 pm)

@Silly Goose-a friend of mine happened to walk by and police to him it was a suicide.He then posted it on FB to ask for prayers for the family who lost their life.It’s so sad to hear this.
@ CB-Im sorry you lost such a great friend,wish he could’ve been able to reach out to someone.

WSB January 9, 2012 (4:04 pm)

It was suicide, the Medical Examiner’s hotline confirms. We do not usually publish names; the recording indicated the suicide victim was a 57-year-old man. One of five people on today’s recording of weekend King County deaths who took their own lives. It is an epidemic that we are all still too timid to talk about, but if we don’t, we can’t stop it. Please learn more about it – http://www.afsp.org – and keep the Crisis Line handy: 206.461.3222 … Our condolences to the victim’s family and friends … TR

sb January 9, 2012 (5:31 pm)

We will miss his daily routines and friendly conversations. Signed, his neighbor.

MoonSong January 9, 2012 (5:40 pm)

I just found out yesterday that he was MY brother. Thank you all for the kind words. He was a good, loving son, brother and father and he will be missed…

DJD January 9, 2012 (8:08 pm)

Death came quietly and left an empty chair,
how troubled was his life that it seemed no one cared?
Broken promises, broken lives, his loss will not repair
Grieving family and friends reach out to share
Yes, he was a good person,
May God’s love and grace comfort him in his heavenly home.

Eaglelover January 9, 2012 (9:30 pm)

Too bad, sorry to hear. Too much of this going on.

Amy January 10, 2012 (12:09 am)

My heart goes out to those who have lost. May he rest in peace.

Chas January 10, 2012 (12:42 pm)

I worked and laughed with him for 20+ years. I know without the slightest doubt that he is now at rest in the loving arms of God.

MG January 10, 2012 (6:33 pm)

I understand that out of respect for the family that you do not want to disclose the name, but I know almost everyone in my neighborhood. I wish I knew, how can I find out who it was? May he rest peacefully.

MoonSong January 10, 2012 (7:31 pm)

My brother’s name is David Kevin Dorn. Thank you all for the prayers and kind words. Namaste

cb January 10, 2012 (7:43 pm)

Today my girlfriend and I paid respect to our dear friend David… We miss you and love you and know you were there… They flowers in red represent your heart… And the white lily is for life… What a beautiful view and a peaceful place… Our dear David … So beautiful …oxox

cb January 10, 2012 (7:44 pm)

Today my girlfriend and I paid respect to our dear friend David… We miss you and love you and know you were there… The flowers in red represent your heart… And the white lily is for life… What a beautiful view and a peaceful place… Our dear David … So beautiful …oxox

Dianne Phillips January 10, 2012 (10:54 pm)

David was my brother also..
I will miss him so very much..my he rest in peace..he will be remembered forever in my thoughts….

Shellie January 11, 2012 (10:22 am)

He was a member of my family. Not only will my entire family miss him dearly, but my heart breaks at the thought of having to tell my 6 year old that her one and only, beloved uncle is no long here to share the world with her. He has been my sister’s partner and best friend for the last 12 years, and she is devastated by his loss. Facing the reality of going forward without him has left her stunned and raw, but your kind words and thoughts have been a balm to her. I am grateful to those of you who have offered their love, support, and sustenance for both body and soul to help her through this unimaginably painful time. I know that his many friends and family are the richer for the time we had with him. Rest in peace David, and know that you are truly loved.

GnD January 11, 2012 (12:14 pm)

I will miss my conversations with him while he walked his great dog. Our thoughts are with him and his family, he will be dearly missed. Please rest in peace and we are sorry for your loss.

Pete January 11, 2012 (2:43 pm)

I had the honor of working with David for the past 10+ years and I will miss him and his smile dearly! He was always a pleasure to be around and my heart goes out to his entire family! I would very much like to attend a meomorial and pay my respects to my friend and his family. Rest in peace David, you will be missed.

mw January 12, 2012 (7:41 pm)

maybe it’s life?.. but when you think of someone like David walking into it, aka my life, It makes me feel so small. this was a gentle person, with no motives… nothing except his spirit and style, such a gentle spirit & style. i like that David brought something to my life in such a gentle way. i am sad.

Catherine January 13, 2012 (3:55 pm)

To David’s friend who left flowers at Solstice – You talked with me on Thursday – I was walking dogs with my teenagers and I told you we were remembering my daughter’s 15 year old friend who took her life one year ago yesterday. I want you and David’s family to know that we visit Solstice often and will keep him in our hearts always. The flowers are lovely.

cb January 17, 2012 (7:56 am)

… as I was leaving the park you asked what my friends name was and I said ‘David’, and you replied “I’m glad I now know his name is David”, I appreciated your kind words, thank you Catherine. I was sad to hear of your daughters loss of her friend a year ago too. I realized there was a reason for me to go back and visit the park last Thursday… as I drove away filled with emotion…a sense of peace came over me… our paths had crossed… and I hope they do again… -cheryl

Rich C January 18, 2012 (12:00 pm)

I know that David is resting in peace. He was a good man, and I will miss him!
My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family.
RC

RLM January 27, 2012 (6:39 pm)

My deepest sympathies to David’s family, girlfriend and friends. We worked for the same firm for many years. He was always gracious and had a warm smile. He will be missed.

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