Stewart County Death Records
Stewart County death index records are managed by the Probate Court in Lumpkin. This rural county in southwest Georgia relies on the Probate Court for all vital records work. If you need a death certificate from Stewart County, the courthouse on Broadway in Lumpkin is where to go. State online tools can also pull Stewart County death records from the central database. Records go back to 1919 at the state level. This page goes over the process, fees, and search options for getting Stewart County death records.
Stewart County Death Index Facts
Stewart County Probate Court Details
The Stewart County Probate Court is at 1764 Broadway, Lumpkin, GA 31815. Walk in with your photo ID and the name and date of death of the person you are looking for. The clerk can search county records and issue a certified death certificate. Lumpkin is a small town, and the courthouse is on the main road through town.
Stewart County falls under the West Central Health District, which serves a large group of counties across western Georgia. The district maintains vital records as well and can help if a file cannot be found at the local Probate Court. For most Stewart County death record requests, the Lumpkin office handles everything without a problem. Call ahead if you are coming from out of the area to make sure the office is open and the record is available.
| Office | Stewart County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 1764 Broadway, Lumpkin, GA 31815 |
| District | West Central Health District |
Note: The Stewart County Probate Court in Lumpkin may have limited hours, so verify before making the trip.
Fees for Stewart County Death Records
Certified death certificates from Stewart County cost $25.00 each. Extra copies ordered at the same time are $5.00 apiece. Georgia law under O.C.G.A. § 31-10-26 sets these fees statewide. Cash works at the counter in Lumpkin. For mail requests, send a money order or certified check payable to the Stewart County Probate Court.
The reduced rate only applies within the same request. A separate visit later means paying $25.00 again. If you need copies for estate, insurance, or banking purposes in Stewart County, get them all at once.
How to Search Stewart County Death Index
Visit the Probate Court in Lumpkin for a direct search. The clerk can look up Stewart County death records by name and approximate date of death.
Online tools are available too. Georgia's ROVER system lets you order death certificates from home. Make an account and enter the details. ROVER covers deaths from 1919 on. Certificates come by mail in a few weeks. VitalChek speeds things up with rush delivery for a service fee. GO Certificates is another approved online site. All three can pull Stewart County records from the state files.
Historical records are at the Georgia Archives. Their digital collection from 1919 to 1927 is free to view. The FamilySearch Georgia Death Index covers 1933 through 1998 at no cost. Both are good for genealogy work in Stewart County.
Eligibility for Stewart County Death Certificates
Certified copies are not available to everyone in Georgia. O.C.G.A. § 31-10-15 requires a direct and tangible interest. Spouses, parents, children, and legal agents of the deceased can get certified copies. Funeral directors who managed the arrangements also qualify. You will need a photo ID and may need to show proof of your relationship at the Stewart County Probate Court.
Informational copies are open to the public. They have the same data but lack certification and legal weight. Genealogists and family researchers use them frequently. The Georgia Rules 511-1-3 explain the full eligibility breakdown. Court staff in Lumpkin can help you decide which copy type fits your needs.
Stewart County Death Records by Mail
Send mail requests to the Stewart County Probate Court at 1764 Broadway, Lumpkin, GA 31815. Include a money order for $25.00, the deceased person's full name and date of death, your relationship, and a copy of your ID. County processing takes about 2 to 4 weeks.
The state also accepts mail orders at Georgia Department of Public Health, Vital Records, 1680 Phoenix Blvd Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30349. Phone: (404) 679-4702. State-level processing takes 8 to 10 weeks. The Stewart County Probate Court is faster for most requests. If you cannot visit Lumpkin, try ROVER or VitalChek online for quicker results.
The Stewart County Probate Court listing is shown below.
The Georgia Department of Public Health website lists the Stewart County Probate Court and its vital records services.
This listing shows the Stewart County Probate Court in Lumpkin and details about its death record services.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Stewart County. If a death may have been filed in a neighboring county, try these offices.