Missing in Alaska: DESA PASOLD | Photo courtesy of Anchorage Police Department
By Gina Hill | Alaska Headline Living | January 2026
Anchorage Police are asking for the public’s help in locating 63-year-old Desa Pasold, who has not been heard from since December 19, 2025.
Pasold is described as 5’7”, approximately 127 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. She is believed to be with her husband, 74-year-old Mark Paddon, described as 5’7”, 180 pounds, with gray hair and blue eyes.
Desa’s last known location was near the 2900 block of W 32nd Avenue. Paddon is believed to be driving a silver 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Anchorage Police Dispatch at 3-1-1 (option 1) or (907) 786-8900 (press 0). Tips may also be submitted anonymously through Anchorage Crime Stoppers (907) 561-7867
APD Case #: 26-1360
