Donald Vanneman III

Entered by Joss Leal

Case Details

Found Deceased Cause of Death: Undetermined / Unreleased

From the NPS:

DEATH VALLEY, CA – Inyo County Sheriff’s Office and the National Park Service report an accidental death of a man at Saline Valley Warm Springs on December 20, 2020. Donald Vanneman III was a 63-year-old resident of San Francisco.

Warm Springs Campground, along with all other Death Valley National Park campgrounds, is temporarily closed due to California’s Regional Stay at Home Orders. The volunteer campground host noticed Mr. Vanneman’s vehicle, but was unable to find him early on December 20. Later that day, two park visitors discovered his body in the Palm Springs source pool.

National Park Service regulations prohibit entry directly into the source pool at Palm Springs. Bathing is normally allowed in the man-made soaking tubs, however those are currently drained and closed due to COVID restrictions.

Distinguishing Marks

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Profession / Education

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Investigative Details

Foul Play Suspected: No
Suicide Suspected: No
Cause of Death: Undetermined / Unreleased

Significant Dates

Reported Missing: Sunday, December 20, 2020 (4 years ago)
Date Found: Sunday, December 20, 2020 (4 years ago)

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Points of Interest

POIs

Saline Valley Warm Springs

Body Found

Viewers since 1/2/2024

Monday, January 8, 2024 (1 year ago)

Missing NPF Public Identification Number (MPID) 9936

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