Deceased land owner (no relation) unpaid taxes

[Michelle Cooper]

I came across a half acre of property in my little town tonight and it shows the land owners name then has (Deceased) next to it. The taxes on the property have not been paid since 2015. I plan on calling the tax office Monday morning but figured I could ask here while I wait. 
Is there any way I can buy the property? I know paying back taxes doesnt make claim to the property. But I wanted to see if I could purchase it before it went to a tax sale where I have no chance of buying it. Any suggestions? 
Thank you