Coroner

Michael P. Burke
Pontiac, IL 61764
(815) 844-6367 Fax: (815) 844-4133Hours:
Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m – 12:00 p.m.
and 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Rita Mills
Administrative Deputy
Michael Burke
Coroner
Julie Runyon
Chief Deputy Coroner
The Coroner’s main duty is investigating deaths of individuals who die suddenly in a suspicious manner, in a public place or at work, without benefit of a doctor’s care, in custody, or because of trauma, mechanical means or violence.
Links and Information

  • Coroner’s Fees
  • Coroner’s Budget
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Funds Deposited in the General Fund from Fees/Reimbursements
  • Coroner Contact Data 1991-2008
  • Frequently asked questions in printable brochure format (pdf)
  • Motor Vehicle Fatalities 1991-2008
  • Historical Information – Coroners from 1838 to Present
  • Illinois Coroners and Medical Examiners Association