Uncovering Free Resources for Death Records
Death records are an important source of information for genealogists, historians, and other researchers. However, accessing these records can be difficult and expensive. Fortunately, there are a number of free resources available to help uncover death records.
Online Databases
The internet is an invaluable resource for finding death records. There are numerous online databases that provide access to death records from all over the world. These databases often include information such as date of death, place of death, cause of death, and more. Some of the most popular online databases include Ancestry.com, FamilySearch.org, and FindAGrave.com.
Government Websites
Many government websites offer access to death records for free or at a minimal cost. For example, the Social Security Death Index (SSDI) is a database maintained by the United States government that contains information about individuals who have passed away since 1936. Additionally, many state governments provide access to their own death records through their websites or through local offices.
Libraries and Archives
Libraries and archives are another great resource for uncovering death records. Many libraries have extensive collections of local newspapers that can be used to search for obituaries and other notices related to deaths in the area. Additionally, many archives have collections of historical documents that may contain information about deaths in the past.
Finding death records can be a daunting task but with the right resources it can be done quickly and easily. By utilizing online databases, government websites, libraries and archives you can uncover a wealth of information about those who have passed away in your family or community.
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