Coroner’s Office Overview

Coroner’s Office Overview

Our mission and values

Our goal is to provide competent, quality, and efficient service in determining the cause and manner of death in unusual circumstances.

Our values are:

  • Integrity. Our office shows integrity through an office culture founded on pride and peer accountability, where members will maintain the highest ethical standards.
  • Compassionate service. Coroner’s office employees are committed to building an effective team to serve the local community as the advocate for the deceased and their families in times of need and sorrow. Our employees are also committed to providing law enforcement professionals with the tools needed to prosecute offenders and protect the community.
  • Excellence. Our office is a proud, professional organization with emphasis on continuous personal and professional improvement.

The coroner's office serves all those who die in LaGrange County, their families, and other associated agencies in the investigation of unusual and unexplained deaths. Our office provides accurate completion of the coroner's verdict and death certificates. The office is committed to providing public education, support, compassion, and confidentiality in all matters.