Jackson County Obituary Records Access

Jackson County obituary records are obtained through Larimer County Department of Health and Environment. Jackson County does not have a local vital records office. The Fort Collins location is the only vital records office serving both Larimer and Jackson counties.

Where to Find Jackson County Death Records

The Jackson County Clerk and Recorder office is located at 396 LaFever Street in Walden. You can call them at 970-723-4334. The Clerk's office handles county records but does not issue death certificates.

Larimer County Health provides vital records services for Jackson County. Their Fort Collins office is the only location for both counties. The address is 1525 Blue Spruce Drive. You can call 970-498-6710 for appointments.

The Colorado Department of Public Health in Denver is another option. This office has all state death records. You can order by mail or online from anywhere.

Note: Walden is the Jackson County seat. It is known as the "Moose Viewing Capital of Colorado."

Larimer County Services for Jackson County

Larimer County is the designated vital records office for Jackson County. Their Fort Collins location serves both counties. This is the only office that provides these services for the area.

The Larimer County office is at 1525 Blue Spruce Drive in Fort Collins. Call 970-498-6710 to schedule an appointment. In-person requests are by appointment only. The office is closed daily from 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. The office is closed on county holidays. Appointments typically last 15 to 20 minutes. Arrive on time or your appointment may need rescheduling.

Note: Larimer County offices in Loveland and Estes Park do not offer vital records services. Only the Fort Collins location serves Jackson County residents.

How to Request Jackson County Obituary Records

Jackson County residents have several options for death certificates. You can travel to Larimer County for in-person service. You can order by mail from the state office. Online ordering is also available.

In-person service requires an appointment at Larimer County. Call 970-498-6710 to schedule. Bring valid photo ID and proof of relationship. The Fort Collins office can issue certificates for any Colorado death.

Mail requests can be sent to the Colorado state office. This avoids the long drive to Fort Collins. Complete the application and include your ID copy. Allow 30 business days for processing.

Online ordering is often most convenient for Jackson County. Use VitalChek or GoCertificates from home. Upload your ID and pay by credit card. Records are mailed directly to you.

Jackson County Death Certificate Fees

Colorado sets standard fees that apply to Jackson County. The first certified copy costs $25. Each additional copy ordered together costs $20. These fees are effective January 1, 2026.

Previous fees were $20 for the first copy and $13 for additional copies. The new rates apply to all orders. Payment methods vary by ordering option.

VitalChek adds a $7.50 surcharge per order. GoCertificates charges a $9.00 service fee. These third-party fees apply to online orders. Consider total costs when choosing how to order.

Eligibility for Jackson County Death Records

Colorado law under C.R.S. § 25-2-118 controls access. Jackson County follows these state requirements. You must prove a qualifying relationship.

Eligible requesters include the current spouse. Parents named on the certificate qualify. Children can request with proof. Siblings are also eligible with documentation.

Funeral homes listed on the record can obtain copies. Legal representatives with court orders qualify. Insurance companies may access records. Government agencies have access for official business.

Genealogists can get records over 25 years old. These copies are marked for research use only. Full public access comes after 75 years.

Genealogy Research in Jackson County

Family historians can find Jackson County obituary records through state resources. The Colorado State Archives holds older records. Their database includes select death records.

FindAGrave contains cemetery records for Jackson County. Local burial sites have been documented. You can search by name or browse cemeteries.

The Jackson County Public Library may have local history resources. Check with them for newspaper archives. The North Park Pioneer Museum preserves local heritage.

Nearby Counties for Obituary Records

Jackson County is located in north-central Colorado. It borders several other counties. Check these counties if you need additional resources.

Walden is the Jackson County seat. It is a small ranching community in North Park. The area is known for wildlife viewing and outdoor recreation.

Colorado State Vital Records

The Colorado Department of Public Health maintains all death records. This includes Jackson County deaths from 1900 to present. You can request records directly from Denver.

The state office is at 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South. Call 303-692-2200 for information. Visit cdphe.colorado.gov/vitalrecords for online services.

VitalChek provides online ordering at 866-632-2604. GoCertificates is available at 800-324-6380. Both can process Jackson County obituary requests.