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Wife Hid Husband's Body in Freezer for Benefits
5 Oct
Summary
- Wife allegedly hid husband's body in freezer for up to seven years.
- Benefits including Social Security and retirement were claimed in his name.
- Discovery made by relatives after wife's death in June 2025.
In Juneau, Alaska, a disturbing deception came to light in June 2025 following the death of Sheryl Ann McDonald-Pasquan. Relatives clearing out her residence discovered the remains of her husband, Ross Pasquan, inside a locked chest freezer in an outbuilding.
Investigators believe McDonald-Pasquan may have hidden her husband's body since 2018. She allegedly continued to claim various benefits, including Social Security and retirement funds, in his name until her own death. This elaborate scheme reportedly went on for up to seven years.
Witnesses indicated that McDonald-Pasquan had informed relatives that her husband had been moved to an out-of-town care home due to his serious health issues. The police investigation has concluded due to her death, with no evidence suggesting any other individuals were involved in the deception.
