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LORAIN COUNTY GENERAL HEALTH DISTRICT


9880 S. MURRAY RIDGE RD
ELYRIA, OH 44035
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440.322.6367
440.322.6367
440.322.0911

Death Certificates


LORAIN COUNTY VITAL RECORDS
The Lorain County General Health District Division of Vital Records (Lorain County Vital Records) issues certified copies of Lorain County birth certificates and Lorain County death certificates, for events which occurred within Lorain County. You may order copies of Lorain County vital records through VitalChek on an expedited basis.

NOTICE: Although VitalChek attempts to include accurate and up-to-date information on this site, state and agency information is subject to change without notice. VitalChek makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information herein and assumes no liability with respect to such information.



LORAIN COUNTY DEATH CERTIFICATES
Lorain County Vital Records issues certified copies of Lorain County death certificates of individuals who died within Lorain County, which can typically be used to obtain death benefits, to claim insurance proceeds and for other legal purposes.

Who Can Order?
Lorain County death certificates will only be issued to the next of kin or to persons with a legal right to the certificate.




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DEATH
A certified copy of a death record that can typically be used to obtain death benefits, claim insurance proceeds, notify social security and other legal purposes. Death Certificates are available for events that occurred in Lorain County (excluding the City of Lorain) from 1908 to present.

Important Note - If the event occurred in the City of Lorain, you must order from Ohio Vital Records.

First Copy: 22.00   Additional Copies: 22.00



Order Online
It's the easiest and most efficient method for ordering official birth certificates and other vital records because there is less room for error when you enter the information yourself. Our simple forms have built-in editing features to help ensure the accuracy of your order.


Order By Phone
To place your order by phone, please call 440.322.6367. Have your credit card information and certificate information ready when you place your call to help speed up the order process.



Please see Record Types Explained for vital record descriptions and fees.