Search Lonoke County Death Records
Lonoke County death records are maintained by the Arkansas Department of Health for all registered deaths since February 1914, with historical vital records available through state archives and the county courthouse. As one of Arkansas's fastest-growing counties due to its proximity to Little Rock, Lonoke County generates a higher volume of death records than many rural counties, and this page explains how to find and request them.
Lonoke County Death Records Overview
How to Get Lonoke County Death Certificates
Certified death certificates for Lonoke County are issued by the Arkansas Department of Health, Vital Records Section, at 4815 West Markham Street, Slot 44, Little Rock, AR 72205. Phone: (501) 661-2336. All deaths registered in Lonoke County since February 1914 are in this state system.
Lonoke County is just east of Little Rock, making an in-person visit to the Little Rock office more practical than for most Arkansas counties. In-person requests are processed the same day if you arrive before 4:00 PM. Hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. You can also order online through VitalChek for delivery in three to five business days. Mail orders take four to six weeks.
The fee is $10 for the first certified copy and $8 for each additional copy ordered at the same time. Lonoke County's growing population means the state office handles a steady volume of requests from this county.
Note: Cabot is the largest city in Lonoke County. Death records for Cabot residents are filed with the state, not the city.
Searching Lonoke County Death Records Online
VitalChek is the state's authorized online vendor for certified copies. Create an account, verify your identity, and pay by credit card. Orders process in three to five business days. This is the quickest option if you need an official copy without visiting Little Rock.
FamilySearch has digitized and indexed many Arkansas death records including those for Lonoke County. The service is free and covers the early decades of state death registration particularly well. You can search by name and location. Many records have been scanned and are viewable online. Lonoke County was formed in 1873, and FamilySearch coverage for the county is solid for the early 20th century.
The image below from FamilySearch shows genealogy resources available for Lonoke County death records research.
For recent deaths, Lonoke County's rapid population growth means there may be more records to search through compared to older, smaller counties. Being specific with names, dates, and addresses when searching online databases helps narrow results in high-volume counties.
State Archives and Lonoke County Historical Records
The Arkansas State Archives holds historical records for Lonoke County. For deaths before the 1914 state registration system, probate records and estate filings from the archives are your best resource. Lonoke County's rice farming heritage means many residents were agricultural workers, and estate records from this era often include detailed inventories and family information.
The image below from the Arkansas State Archives shows historical death records documentation for Lonoke County.
Because Lonoke County is adjacent to Pulaski County and the Little Rock metro area, some records research may span both counties. People who lived or worked near the county line may have records in either system. Always check both counties when a search comes up empty in one.
Cemetery and Obituary Records
Find A Grave has documented many Lonoke County cemeteries including burial sites in Cabot, Lonoke, and smaller rural communities throughout the county. Volunteer-submitted headstone photos and transcriptions are available for many graves. These records can confirm death dates and burial locations before you order an official certificate.
The image below from Find A Grave shows cemetery data for Lonoke County.
Legacy.com aggregates recent obituaries from newspapers serving Lonoke County and the Cabot area. Obituaries often include surviving family members, funeral service details, and cause of death information that official records may not show. For older obituaries, the Arkansas State Archives holds local newspaper collections on microfilm.
Access Rules for Lonoke County Death Records
Arkansas restricts access to death records under Arkansas Code Title 20, Chapter 18. Death certificates less than 50 years old are available only to eligible requesters. These include immediate family members, legal representatives of the estate, people with a documented property or financial interest in the estate, and academic researchers with institutional credentials.
Records 50 years old or older are public. Anyone can order them by paying the standard fee. The CDC Where to Write page for Arkansas has current contact information and eligibility details. The National Vital Statistics System provides national context for how state death registration systems work.
Court Records in Lonoke County
Probate filings at the Lonoke County Circuit Court often include death documentation. Lonoke County's growth means the volume of probate filings has increased in recent decades. These records are public and can be searched through the Arkansas courts case search portal. The Arkansas Courts website has contact details for the Lonoke County circuit court clerk.
The National Archives may hold records relevant to Lonoke County residents with military service. The Arkansas Secretary of State can provide additional guidance on state records access.
Nearby Arkansas Counties
Lonoke County is in central Arkansas east of Little Rock and borders several other counties with death records resources.
Cities in Lonoke County
Cabot is the largest city in Lonoke County and has its own death records page.