Bountiful Death Records
The Bountiful death index covers vital records for one of Davis County's oldest and most established cities. Bountiful was settled in 1847 and has one of the longer local death record histories in northern Utah. Davis County Health at 61 South Main Street in Farmington manages death records for Bountiful and all of Davis County. The death index runs from 1905 to the present. Certified copies are available in person, by mail, or online. This guide explains every option for searching and requesting Bountiful death index records.
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Bountiful Death Index Records
The Bountiful death index contains records from 1905 forward. Each entry typically includes the full name of the deceased, date of death, county of death, age, date of birth, cause of death, parents' names, spouse's name, occupation, and burial location. Bountiful is one of Utah's oldest European settlements. Deaths in Bountiful before state registration began in 1905 exist through the Utah State Archives in various forms, including church records and local authority documents from the pioneer era.
Davis County Health manages the Bountiful death index and holds certified copies for all Davis County deaths and all other Utah deaths from 1905 to the present. Under Utah Code 26B-8-125, records within 50 years of the death date are restricted. Only authorized immediate family members and legal representatives can obtain certified copies during that restricted period. After 50 years, records become fully public and any person can request them without proving a relationship.
Bountiful's long settlement history means that a large volume of historical death records exists for the city. The FamilySearch database includes Davis County death certificates from 1904 through the 1960s. These are free to search and often include scanned images of original documents. The Bountiful death index is well represented in both the state and national genealogical databases due to the city's deep roots in Utah's history.
Note: Pre-1905 Bountiful death records often appear in church records held at the Utah State Archives rather than in the state death registration system.
Search Bountiful Death Records
Searching the Bountiful death index starts with the age of the record. Recent records within the past 50 years require going through Davis County Health or the Utah Office of Vital Records. Records older than 50 years are public and can be searched through the Utah State Archives or FamilySearch at no cost.
For in-person requests, visit Davis County Health at 61 South Main Street, Farmington UT 84025. Bring a completed application form, valid photo ID, proof of relationship if needed, and payment. The office accepts requests for all Utah deaths, not just those in Davis County. Online ordering is available through the SILVER portal at vitalrecords.utah.gov. SILVER is a 24-hour system run by the Utah Office of Vital Records. Mail orders go to the Utah OVR at PO Box 141012, Salt Lake City UT 84114-1012. Phone: (801) 538-6105.
VitalChek at vitalchek.com is an authorized third-party ordering service for Bountiful residents. An additional service fee applies. For older historical records, the FamilySearch Utah death certificate collection includes Davis County records from 1904 through the 1960s. These are free to use and searchable by name and date. The Utah State Archives database covers the same historical period and provides free online access to index entries.
Davis County Health Department for Bountiful
Davis County Health at 61 South Main Street, Farmington UT 84025 is the primary local source for Bountiful death records. The office provides in-person and mail-order service for all Utah deaths from 1905 to the present. Staff can look up records by name and date. Proof of relationship is required for records less than 50 years old.
The fee is $30 for the first certified copy and $10 for each additional copy ordered at the same time. In-person payment accepts cash, check, and money order. Application forms are available for download on the Davis County Health website at daviscountyutah.gov. For mail orders, include a completed application, a photocopy of your ID, proof of relationship, and payment made out to Davis County Health. Send to the Farmington address.
Authorized requesters for restricted Bountiful death records include the deceased's spouse, children, parents, siblings, grandparents, grandchildren, and legal representatives. Each must show a valid government-issued primary ID, such as a driver's license or passport, along with documentation of their relationship. Acceptable relationship documents vary by family connection but typically include birth certificates, marriage certificates, and legal authority documents.
Utah Office of Vital Records for Bountiful Death Index
The Utah Office of Vital Records provides statewide access to death records for Bountiful residents through mail-in requests and online ordering through the SILVER portal.
The Utah OVR at PO Box 141012, Salt Lake City UT 84114-1012 accepts mail orders from Bountiful residents and provides online ordering through SILVER. Phone: (801) 538-6105.
Getting Bountiful Death Certificates
A certified Bountiful death certificate costs $30 for the first copy. Each additional copy is $10 when ordered at the same time. These fees apply at Davis County Health and at the Utah Office of Vital Records. The fee is the same regardless of where in Utah the death occurred.
To request a certified copy, provide the full name of the deceased, date of death, and county of death. If the record is less than 50 years old, also provide valid government-issued photo ID and proof of relationship. A driver's license or passport qualifies as primary ID. Other official government documents serve as secondary ID. The type of relationship proof required depends on your connection to the deceased. Children must show their birth certificate. Spouses must show a marriage certificate. Grandchildren must trace their connection through two generations of documents.
Mail orders to the Utah OVR include a completed request form, a photocopy of your ID, proof of relationship, and a check or money order. Online orders through SILVER at vitalrecords.utah.gov are available around the clock. VitalChek adds a service fee but typically processes faster than mail. In-person requests at Davis County Health in Farmington provide the fastest local service. The Davis County Health website provides downloadable application forms for both in-person and mail requests.
Historical Death Records in Bountiful
Bountiful is one of Utah's oldest cities, founded in 1847. This means the Bountiful death record collection has a longer potential history than many other Utah cities. State death registration began in 1905. Records predating the state system exist in church records, local authority documents, and early county records held at the Utah State Archives. These pre-1905 records are incomplete but cover some early Bountiful families in detail.
The Utah State Archives at archives.utah.gov holds Davis County death records older than 50 years. The archive provides free online access to index entries and has digitized many historical death certificates. Bountiful records from the early 20th century are well represented in the collection. Researchers can search by name, date range, and county. Some entries include scanned images of original certificates. Early Bountiful records may also appear under the older township designations used before the city's formal boundaries were established.
FamilySearch has indexed Utah death certificates from 1904 through the 1960s for Davis County. The FamilySearch Utah death certificate collection is free and includes Bountiful records. Cross-referencing FamilySearch with the Utah State Archives database strengthens genealogical research for Bountiful families tracing multiple generations. Pioneer-era deaths from the 1847 founding period onward may appear in early church records accessible through FamilySearch as well.
Note: Bountiful's pioneer heritage means that some early death records are held by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints archives and may be accessible through FamilySearch rather than through state or county offices.
Utah Archives for Bountiful Death Index Research
The Utah State Archives holds historical Davis County death records including those for Bountiful, with free online access to index entries for all deaths more than 50 years old.
The Utah State Archives is a critical resource for Bountiful's extensive historical death record collection. Researchers can search Davis County records from the early 20th century through the 1970s without cost.
Bountiful Death Record Access
Access to Bountiful death records is set by Utah law. Records less than 50 years old are restricted. Only authorized requesters can obtain certified copies. This group includes the deceased's spouse, children, parents, siblings, grandparents, grandchildren, and legal representatives with documented authority. After 50 years, records become public and any person can request a copy without proving a relationship.
Each authorized requester must present valid government-issued photo ID. They must also show proof of their specific relationship to the deceased. The required documents depend on who is asking. A parent requesting a child's record must show their own birth certificate and the child's. A sibling must show documents connecting both parties to the same parents. Legal representatives such as estate attorneys must show written authority to act on behalf of the estate or heirs.
Under Utah Code 63G-2, the Government Records Access and Management Act governs all public records requests in Utah. GRAMA allows government agencies, courts, and law enforcement to access restricted death records for official purposes. Researchers with a documented legal need may apply under GRAMA provisions, but they must provide a written explanation and have it reviewed before access is granted.
Records older than 50 years are fully public. Genealogists, historians, and the general public all have equal access. The 50-year period starts from the date of death. Given Bountiful's long history, a large share of its death records have already crossed the public threshold and are freely accessible through the state archives and FamilySearch.
Note: For Bountiful, the volume of publicly accessible historical death records is especially large due to the city's 1847 founding date. Much of the 20th century record set is now in the public domain.
Davis County Death Records
Bountiful is located in Davis County. Davis County Health manages death records for Bountiful and all other Davis County communities. For full details on Davis County death records, office locations, fees, and resources, visit the county page.
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