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Jefferson County Coroner

What does this office do?

  • Deciding which deaths get investigated
  • Finding the official cause of death
  • Issuing death certificates

Affects: Environment and Public Health, Government Efficiency, Public Safety and Crime Control,

Candidates:

Democratic · Incumbent

Jo-Ann Farmer is the incumbent Jefferson County Coroner and the Democratic nominee for another term in 2026. Before her election, she served nearly 23 years as a deputy coroner, including 17 years as chief deputy coroner.

Sources: web.sos.ky.gov · elections.jeffersoncountyclerk.org · elect.ky.gov