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Contact
County Clerk's Office
Historic Courthouse - Second Floor 125 W. Main St. PO Box 189
Phone:
(269) 467-5626
Death Certificate
Death Record & Certificates
Death records are open to the public and are filed in the county where the death occured.
Request Online
For the fastest processing, request certificates through the official online portal. Note: Physical addresses are required for expedited shipping (No PO Boxes).
Mail or In-Person
Complete the request form and submit it via mail or visit us in-person in Centreville.
Call (269) 467-5602 to schedule an appointment.
Fee & Payment
First Copy: $20.00 | Additional Copies: $10.00
No Personal Checks Accepted.
Death Record Search (Genealogy)
Search records for persons who died in St. Joseph County to obtain a record number for research purposes. The actual record cannot be viewed online. * While information is believed to be accurate, it is not guaranteed. Full records must be requested at the Clerk’s Office.