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1. Does an autopsy have to be done?

No, this is dependent on the circumstance surround the death, and will be discussed with legal next-of-kin.

2. How do I get a death certificate?

Death certificates are generated by your funeral home or cremation service, your funeral director or cremation service director will assist you in obtaining death certificates.

Death certificates may also be obtained from the Cowlitz County Department of Vital Statistics located in the Cowlitz County Health Department.