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== '''Next Step: When did the death occur? ''' == | === '''Next Step: When did the death occur? ''' === | ||
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== '''Deaths before 1897''' == | === '''Deaths before 1897''' === | ||
The state of Connecticut started keeping death records in 1897. Before that time, town clerks kept death were recorded by the county or state. You must search [[Substitute Records For United States Death Information|substitute records]] to locate your ancestor’s death date and place. | The state of Connecticut started keeping death records in 1897. Before that time, town clerks kept death were recorded by the county or state. You must search [[Substitute Records For United States Death Information|substitute records]] to locate your ancestor’s death date and place. | ||
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== '''Deaths from 1853 thru 1916''' == | === '''Deaths from 1853 thru 1916''' === | ||
In 1863, West Virginia was created from the state of Virginia. In 1853, Virginia law required counties to record deaths, although records are incomplete. <br> | In 1863, West Virginia was created from the state of Virginia. In 1853, Virginia law required counties to record deaths, although records are incomplete. <br> | ||
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==== '''STEP TWO: Obtain the Certificate''' ==== | ===== '''STEP TWO: Obtain the Certificate''' ===== | ||
If the image was not included in the index entry above, you can order a copy of the death record for a fee from the following locations: | If the image was not included in the index entry above, you can order a copy of the death record for a fee from the following locations: | ||