LYON COUNTY, KANSAS
VITAL RECORDS
In the late 1800's and early 1900's vital records in Kansas were kept on a county basis. There are a few records on Birth and Death Records at the Lyon County Historical Society, and links to online Indices for these are below, as well as links to other Lyon County Vital Records online. Each link explains where and how to obtain copies. Marriage records and obits are available through the Flint Hills Genealogical Society.
Birth and Death Records were not required by the State of Kansas until July 1, 1911. After that time period you will need to contact the Office of Vital Statistics for a copy. Their current fee is $11.00.
Office of Vital Statistics Kansas State Department of Health and Environment
Landon State Office Building 900 SW Jackson Street, Rm. 151
Topeka, Kansas 66612-2221
They do accept personal checks. Check and Money Orders should be made payable to "Vital Statistics".
Check out their web site for more information by click on KDHE
To order by internet, phone or fax - click on VitalChek
Lyon County Vital Records online
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EARLY BIRTH RECORDS OF LYON COUNTY - 1885 to 1892
EARLY DEATH RECORDS OF LYON COUNTY 1885 to 1891 - INDEX
EARLY DEATH RECORDS OF LYON COUNTY 1892 to 1899 - INDEX
EARLY MARRIAGE RECORDS OF LYON COUNTY - 1885 to 1887
LYON COUNTY MARRIAGE RECORDS - 1856 to 1919
LYON COUNTY MARRIAGE RECORDS - April 24, 1952 to June 6, 1954
LYON COUNTY MARRIAGE RECORDS - November 20, 1965 to June 22, 1967
Other Death Records online
AMERICUS, KS FUNERAL HOME RECORDS - 1899 to 1910
OBIT INDEX 1892-1989 by Robert and Lois HODGE
OBIT INDEX 1990-1999 by Robert and Lois HODGE
Last updated December 2004