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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9282) and 5 other sources
Thomas Odel Lime, a 62-year-old man, was last seen on April 17, 2010, at the Western Hills Christian Church in San Antonio, Texas. His disappearance is particularly concerning as his van was found parked at the church, with his keys and wallet left inside. Despite thorough investigations, Thomas has not been heard from since, and his case remains unsolved. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a light brown Guayabera shirt, brown slacks, and tan shoes. He was also known to have a hernia that may have required medical attention.

Thomas, described as a Caucasian male with gray hair and hazel eyes, stood 5'11" and weighed approximately 250 pounds. His family and local authorities continue to search for answers regarding his sudden disappearance. The San Antonio Police Department is urging anyone with information to come forward as his case remains active in the missing persons database.

This ongoing investigation highlights the challenges faced by families of long-term missing persons as they seek closure.

Last Seen: Apr 17, 2010

Possible Unidentified Matches (5)

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.

79%Possible
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas - unidentified case UP14405
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas
UP14405 • Found Jun 12, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 62 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 68%5'8" vs 5'11"
Weight 74%192 lb vs 250 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas
UP138984 • Found Jan 31, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 57–70 vs 62 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–6'2" vs 5'11"
75%Possible
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas - unidentified case UP68050
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas
UP68050 • Found Jul 10, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 87%Est. 50–60 vs 62 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 75%5'6"–6'1" vs 5'11"
75%Possible
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas
UP68077 • Found Jul 10, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 87%Est. 50–60 vs 62 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 75%5'8"–6'4" vs 5'11"
75%Possible
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas - unidentified case UP13788
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas
UP13788 • Found Jan 28, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 62 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%10 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 68%5'8" vs 5'11"
Weight 44%164 lb vs 250 lb
Hair 40%Brown vs Gray

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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