Norman John Christopher "Norm" Grasser, born on March 20, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, was reported missing on January 20, 1980. On March 19, 1980, his body was discovered in a field off Highway 17 in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, with no identification, and his death was attributed to hypothermia. Despite efforts, he remained unidentified for over four decades. In 2023, students from Ramapo College's Investigative Genetic Genealogy Center utilized advanced DNA testing and genealogical research to identify the remains as those of Grasser. This breakthrough provided long-awaited closure for his family, particularly his brother, who had been searching for him for more than 40 years. Grasser's case underscores the profound impact of investigative genetic genealogy in resolving cold cases and bringing solace to families of the missing.