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Edward Garlinghouse Missing Person Case

Last seen in Palm Beach Shores, Florida on Feb 9, 2013

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Victim Details

May 22, 2013

May 17, 2024

Edward

Garlinghouse

57

44

72 inches

180 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Feb 9, 2013

Palm Beach Shores

Florida

Palm Beach County

13576

Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office

West Palm Beach

Florida

Palm Beach County

33406

AMANDA BARDIN

MISSING PERSONS COORDINATOR

3228 Gun Club Road, Florida

5616883000

County

Law Enforcement

https://www.pbso.org

13-036047

Feb 10, 2013

Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office

Brown

Green

Green

Oct 6, 2026


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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP20340) and 5 other sources
Edward Garlinghouse, age 44, was last seen on February 9, 2013, at Palm Beach Shores, Florida. He and three other men entered the ocean to rescue two young girls who were caught in a rip current. While the girls were successfully brought back to shore, Garlinghouse was seen struggling in the water and did not make it back. Despite an extensive search by local authorities and the Coast Guard, Garlinghouse was never recovered and is presumed to have drowned.

Garlinghouse's heroic actions, which saved the lives of the two girls, earned him recognition for his bravery. He left behind two children, and his family and community continue to honor his selfless efforts. His body was never found despite thorough search efforts.
Last Seen: Feb 9, 2013

Links to Additional Sources (5)

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  • Edward J. Garlinghouse - Carnegie Hero Fund Commission">Edward J. Garlinghouse - Carnegie Hero Fund Commission
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP20340 | NamUs
  • Search for Lake Worth man missing off Singer Island suspended ...
  • Crews end search for man missing off Palm Beach Shores
  • Edward Joseph Garlinghouse Jr. - The Charley Project

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

    Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

    78%Possible
    John Doe — Tequesta, Florida
    UP110475 • Found Sep 14, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 19 months after last seen
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP13117
    John Doe — Miami, Florida
    UP13117 • Found Nov 1, 2014
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–70 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 83%71 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 21 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%172 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 40%Bald vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Oakland Park, Florida
    UP13347 • Found Mar 26, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 44
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%42 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 weeks after last seen
    Height 52%5'8" vs 6'0"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown

    These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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