The United States is one of the few countries where public records are so accessible and the state of Michigan has a multitude of public record resources that you can access online.
Requesting a death record in person is also an option, and this can be done by visiting the Vital Records Office, located at 333 S Grand Ave, Lansing, MI . The office is open Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, but you must present your request by 3:00pm to receive same day service.
When applying for a Certified Copy of a Michigan Death Certificate, it will contain an official seal. This type of record is necessary when you are reporting a loved oneβs death to the Social Security Administration, banks, insurance company, or other lenders, etc. It serves as a proof of death.
A death record gives you information on where and when a person died. It will also usually provide. cause of death. sex. race. place of birth. age at time of death. occupation. marital status.