Chilling final insult to Gene Hackman and Betsy after fatal discovery sparks 'feud'

Unclaimed Remains of Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa in New Mexico Morgue

One month after their passing at their Santa Fe, New Mexico residence, the remains of celebrated actor Gene Hackman and his late wife, Betsy Arakawa, remain unclaimed. According to reports, the Office of the Medical Examiner in New Mexico is still holding the remains of Hackman and Arakawa. This development in the passing of the acclaimed actor Gene Hackman and his spouse, Betsy Arakawa, has drawn considerable attention.

Unclaimed Decedents Listing Fuels Speculation

Sources indicate that the esteemed actor and his spouse are currently listed as “unclaimed decedents.” The Medical Examiner’s office reportedly updates this roster weekly. This situation has prompted speculation that it may lend credence to assertions that Hackman was not close to his three children, Leslie Ann, Christopher, and Elizabeth, all of whom reside in California.

Uncertainty Surrounds Final Resting Place

Weeks following the completion of post-mortem examinations, the final disposition of their remains remains uncertain. It is still undetermined whether they will be interred in New Mexico, their long-time place of residence, or transported out of state.

Details Surrounding Death of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa Emerge

Gene Hackman’s Passing

Authorities believe the acclaimed actor passed away around February 18 at the age of 95. The suspected cause of death is severe heart disease, with advanced Alzheimer’s disease considered a significant contributing factor.

Betsy Arakawa’s Passing

Arakawa, aged 65 at the time of her passing, succumbed to hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a serious respiratory ailment contracted through exposure to infected rodents. She passed away approximately one week prior to Mr. Hackman.

Family Details

Hackman fathered his three children with his former wife, Faye Maltese.

Estate and Will Details

The disposition of the late actor’s estimated $80 million estate remains undetermined, particularly as the sum was reportedly intended for his wife.

Arakawa’s will stipulated that her assets were to be placed in a trust, with instructions for distribution to philanthropic organizations and for the payment of medical obligations.

It has been disclosed that Arakawa is survived by her 91-year-old mother, Yoshie Feaster.

Legal Measures Taken to Protect Privacy

Last week, a New Mexico court issued a temporary restraining order prohibiting the release of any visual media depicting Hackman and his wife inside their residence.

A hearing regarding the restraining order is scheduled for March 31.