Riverview Obituary Search

Obituary and death certificate records for Riverview residents are processed through the Hillsborough County Department of Health office in Tampa. Riverview is a census-designated place, not an incorporated city, which means it does not have its own government or vital records office. With a population of nearly 108,000, Riverview is one of the fastest-growing communities in the Tampa Bay region, and all death record requests go through the same Hillsborough County DOH that serves Tampa, Brandon, and other area communities.

Riverview Death Certificate Office

Riverview is a census-designated place and has no incorporated city government. There is no Riverview city hall or local vital records office. All death certificate requests for Riverview go to the Hillsborough County DOH office in Tampa, which sits on N 22nd Street. The drive from Riverview to the Tampa office takes about 25 to 35 minutes depending on traffic conditions on US-301 or I-75.

The Hillsborough County DOH handles requests for Tampa, Brandon, Riverview, and all other communities in the county. It is one of the busier DOH offices in Florida. Riverview residents who visit in person should expect wait times, particularly on Mondays and after holidays. Try to arrive in the morning or mid-week for the best experience.

The Hillsborough County DOH charges $10 for the first death certificate and $3 for a sheath. These fees are higher than some other Florida counties. Riverview residents who want to save time can order online through VitalChek instead of making the trip to Tampa.

The Florida DOH death certificates portal covers all Riverview and Hillsborough County death records.

How to Get Riverview Death Records

Riverview residents have three options for ordering death certificates. Since Riverview is a CDP with no local government, every option goes through the county or state system.

In-person requests go to 13601 N 22nd St in Tampa. Bring a valid photo ID and a completed DH727 application form. You will need the full name of the deceased, date of death, date of birth, city or county of death, and Social Security number if available. The Hillsborough County staff will search for the Riverview death record and process your order. Standard processing takes 3 to 5 business days for records from 2009 onward. Parking at the Tampa office is available but can fill up during busy periods.

Mail orders should be sent to the Tampa address. Include a completed DH727, a photocopy of your photo ID, and payment by check or money order to the Florida Department of Health. A self-addressed stamped envelope is recommended. Mail orders from the Hillsborough County office generally take 2 to 3 weeks. The high volume at this office means occasional delays, so build in extra time if you need the record by a specific date.

Online orders go through VitalChek. The cost is $15 for the first copy plus a $7 processing fee. Extra copies are $4 each. Pay by credit or debit card. Standard delivery takes 5 to 7 business days. Rush shipping costs more but gets the record faster. For Riverview residents who do not want to drive to north Tampa, VitalChek is the most practical option.

Riverview Death Certificate Eligibility

Florida offers two types of death certificates. The same rules apply to Riverview records as they do everywhere in the state.

The public version does not include cause of death. Any person 18 or older can request it. It shows name, dates, and place of death. The SSN has the first five digits blacked out. Under Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes, cause of death and SSN are confidential. The public version works for genealogy, proof of death, and many other common needs.

The confidential version includes cause of death. It stays restricted for 50 years. Eligible requesters include the surviving spouse, parents, adult children or grandchildren, adult siblings, or someone with an estate or insurance interest. File DH Form 1959 to prove eligibility, or get a court order. Riverview families dealing with estate settlements, insurance claims, or legal proceedings often need this version.

Fees for Riverview Death Records

Hillsborough County charges $10 for the first Riverview death certificate. A sheath costs $3. These are local county fees that differ from the $5 state base rate. In-person payments at the Tampa office accept cash, check, or money order.

VitalChek online orders cost $15 for the first copy plus $7 processing. Additional copies through VitalChek are $4 each. A single Riverview death certificate through VitalChek runs about $22 before shipping upgrades. The in-person rate at the Hillsborough office is $10, so the savings from going in person are less dramatic than in some other counties.

Records before 2009 must come from the state Bureau of Vital Statistics. The state charges $5 per search, $2 per year if the death date is unknown (up to $50), and may add a $10 rush fee plus $1 shipping. Always check current fees before ordering.

Riverview Historical Records

The Hillsborough County DOH keeps death records from 2009 to the present. For Riverview deaths before 2009, the state Bureau of Vital Statistics at 1217 N Pearl St, Jacksonville, FL 32202 is the right source. Call (904) 359-6900 or email VitalStats@FLHealth.gov. State records extend back to 1877.

Under Chapter 382 of the Florida Statutes, death certificates must be filed within five days. These rules cover every death in Riverview and the rest of Hillsborough County. Because Riverview is a CDP, historical records are filed under Hillsborough County, and searching by county name is the best way to locate older records.

The Florida Memory Project provides free digitized records. The Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative has genealogy resources. The Florida Clerks of Court site connects to probate and court records. Riverview's rapid growth means many residents have moved to the area recently, but death records for the community go back decades through the county system. Local funeral homes and the Tampa Bay Times publish Riverview-area obituaries.

Riverview Vital Records Tips

Because Riverview is not an incorporated city, people sometimes search for a Riverview vital records office that does not exist. The answer is always the Hillsborough County DOH in Tampa. There is no separate Riverview office for death certificates or any other vital records.

Filing false information on a vital records application is a third-degree felony in Florida. Bring valid ID and provide accurate information on every form. The Hillsborough County office handles a huge volume of requests and is equipped to catch issues. These rules apply whether you live in Riverview, Tampa, Brandon, or anywhere else in the county.

Riverview's location in southern Hillsborough County means the drive to the Tampa DOH office is longer than for residents of north Tampa or Temple Terrace. The online VitalChek option is particularly appealing for Riverview residents who want to avoid the commute. Plan ahead and allow time for processing regardless of which method you choose.

Riverview County Records

All Riverview death records go through Hillsborough County. Visit the county page for full details on the DOH office, fees, and available services.

Nearby Cities

These Florida cities near Riverview also have obituary record pages with details on death certificate access.