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Looking for information on somebody who died in Nebraska? You can do a search in this database for the records from 1956-1968, or browse through newly digitized images of the index for the records from 1904-1955.
- Newspapers
- Legacy.com
- Genealogy Websites
- Web Search
- Public Libraries
If you know the newspaper, or at least the town where a person lived and died, then a newspaper website can be a good place to begin. Many newspapers have digitized their archives, making it easier to locate older obituaries as well as recently published obituaries. While newspaper websites differ, you can usually find a link to “Obituaries” and/or...
The Legacy online obituary databasehas hundreds of millions of obituaries dating back two decades, and includes obituaries from the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. You can search by country, state or province, and city or town, as well as by newspaper, keyword, and date range. Always free to search and br...
Ancestry
The world’s largest online genealogy resource, Ancestry.comprovides access to numerous historical records, including obituaries, making it a great source of information about previous generations. Ancestry is a subscription service with multiple pricing options. You can sign up for a free trial but will need to subscribe to continue using the site after two weeks. Under the Search menu, select “Birth, Marriage & Death” then click on “Death, Burial, Cemetery & Obituaries” to narrow your search...
MyHeritage
Genealogy site MyHeritage.comalso offers extensive genealogical records including obituaries. Like Ancestry, MyHeritage is a subscription service and offers a 2-week free trial. Under the Research tab, click “Birth, Marriage & Death” then select “Death, Burial, Cemetery & Obituaries.” You can then search by name, date, location, and keyword to help you find the right obituary.
AfriGeneas
AfriGeneas.comfeatures a comprehensive collection of resources related to African American genealogy. On the Search page, you can search under “Death Records” to find obituaries and death certificates for black Americans. Filter by name, year, city, and state to narrow your search and locate the information you need.
Sometimes a simple search on Google or other web browser can be the quickest way to get the info you need. Enter the person’s full name plus the word “obituary.” This will allow you to see a wide selection of results, including from sources that might not be included in other databases, like small family-owned funeral homes.
The local library in the place where the deceased lived or died can be a great resource for obituary archives. Libraries typically subscribe to local newspapers and preserve them digitally or on microfilm for future generations. Additionally, the library may offer members free access to research sites and databases such as Ancestry, HeritageQuest, ...
Looking for death records & certificates in Omaha, NE? Quickly search death records from official databases.
Sep 24, 2024 · Death Records. The state required deaths to be registered beginning in 1904, although some Nebraska counties kept registers before that. Microfilm at the Genealogy & Local History Room: 1873-1904; South Omaha Dec. 1895-July 1905; City of Omaha 1895-1915. View the searchable index, opens a new window; Douglas County Health Department, opens a ...
Nebraska obituaries and death notices, 1996 to 2024. Find your ancestry info and recent death notices for relatives and friends.
Browse Omaha World-Herald obituaries, conduct other obituary searches, offer condolences/tributes, send flowers or create an online memorial.
Oct 17, 2023 · Omaha: 1819 Farnam Street, Ste H10, Omaha, NE 68183. Lincoln: 3140 N St, Lincoln, NE 68510. A few Nebraska counties also began recording deaths before statewide registration. Contact the county clerk for a record search and to obtain copies. Be aware charges apply whether a record is located or not.
