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Vernon County coroner reports 26 deaths in June; investigative costs rising

Vernon County Board of Health · July 9, 2025
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Summary

Coroner Betty Nigh reported 26 deaths in June (19 cremations, seven burials), noted that 96% were coroner cases, and said monthly income was $1,205.00 against expenses of $1,757.83; she flagged increasing investigative costs.

Vernon County Coroner Betty Nigh reported to the board that there were 26 deaths in June, of which 19 resulted in cremation and seven in burial. She said 96% of June cases were coroner cases and presented monthly financials showing income of $1,205.00 and expenses of $1,757.83.

Nigh told board members that investigative costs are increasing, a trend the coroner's office will continue to monitor and report on to the board. No motions or directives were recorded in response to the coroner's report during the meeting minutes.