# Remains of California Millionaire Who Vanished 45 Years Ago Are Identified

- Published: 2026-07-17T15:46:57Z
- Updated: 2026-07-19T02:14:52Z
- Section: U.S.
- Language: English (en)
- Source: The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/17/us/california-millionaire-remains-found-thelma-gaston.html
- Tags: The New York Times · U.S.
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A con man was convicted in the 1983 murder of Thelma Gaston, 80, but her remains were only just identified thanks to advanced DNA testing.

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