Note: As of July 1, 2024, you must call before arriving onsite to arrange a time to transfer decedents. To schedule the transfer of a Wake County decedent, please call 919-817-5708 during our operating hours.

Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.— 5:30 p.m.
Hours for Decedent Transfer: Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m.– 5 p.m.

For a smooth and timely transfer, please have the required documents prepared. Please do not arrive more than ten minutes before your scheduled transfer time.

The Authorization for Release of Remains form must be completed by the funeral home/mortuary agency transporting the decedent’s remains and must be presented to Wake County Holding Facility staff in order to release the decedent.

Authorization for Release of Remains 

Contact Us

Hours:
Monday–Saturday, 7 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
919-817-5708
WakeCountyMorgue@wake.gov

For comments or concerns regarding the operation of the Wake County Holding Facility, please contact the Morgue Operations Manager, Jen Welch at Jen.Welch@wake.gov.