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Indiana, Deaths and Burials, 1750-1993
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This article describes a collection of records at FamilySearch.org.
Indiana,
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Record Description
Record Type Deaths and Burials
Collection years 1750-1993
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What is in This Collection?

This collection is an index for the years 1785 to 1993. This index is not complete for any particular place, region or time period. This collection may include information previously published in the International Genealogical Index or Vital Records Index collections.

Additional records and/or images may be added to this collection in the future.

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What Can These Records Tell Me?

The following information may be found in these records:

  • Name
  • Gender
  • Age at death
  • Date of death
  • Parent's name
  • Spouse name

Collection Content

Coverage Table

A coverage table for this collection is available in the wiki article Indiana Deaths and Burials, Coverage Table - FamilySearch Historical Records

How Do I Search This Collection?

Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:

  • The name of the individual
  • The approximate date of death or burial

Search the Index

Search by name on the Collection Details Page.
  1. Enter the information in the fields in the Search Collection section or click More Options to see additional fields
  2. Click Search to show possible matches

How Do I Analyze the Results?

Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.

What Do I Do Next?

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?

  • Add any new information to your records
  • Search for vital records such as births and marriages on the state and county level
  • Use the information found in the record to find land, probate and immigration records
  • Use the information found in the record to find additional family members in census records
  • Search for an obituary in local newspapers

I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now?

  • If your ancestor does not have a common name, collect entries for every person who has the same surname. This list can help you find possible relatives
  • If you cannot locate your ancestor in the locality in which you believe they lived, then try searching records of a nearby town or county
  • Try different spellings of your ancestor’s name

Research Helps

The following articles will help you research your family in Indiana.

Other FamilySearch Collections

These collections may have additional materials to help you with your research.

FamilySearch Historical Records

FamilySearch Digital Library

  • Guide to public vital statistics records in Indiana, Indiana Historical Records Survey, Division of Community Service Programs, Work Projects Administration. Indianapolis, Indiana : Indiana Historical Records Survey, 1941 FamilySearch Digital Library

Citing This Collection

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Collection Citation:
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