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''[[How to Find United States Death Records|How to Find United States Deaths]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] '''Wisconsin Deaths'''''<br> __NOTOC__  
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Statewide registration of deaths began in 1907 in Wisconsin and was generally complied with by 1908. <br>  
Statewide registration of deaths began in 1907 in Wisconsin and was generally complied with by 1908. <br>  
-1997] Index only. ($)


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:<span style="font-size:120%">'''Choose a time period to search for your ancestor's death record:'''</span><br>
:<span style="font-size:120%">'''Choose a time period to search for your ancestor's death record:'''</span><br>


:*<span style="font-size:120%">'''[[How to Find Wisconsin Death Records#Deaths_before_1907|Deaths before 1907]]'''</span><span style="font-size:120%"> </span>  
:*<span style="font-size:120%">'''[[How to Find Wisconsin Death Records#Deaths_before_1853|Deaths before 1907]]'''</span><span style="font-size:120%"> </span>  
:*<span style="font-size:120%">'''[[How to Find Wisconsin Death Records#Deaths_after_1907|Deaths after 1907]]'''</span><span style="font-size:120%"> </span>  
:*<span style="font-size:120%">'''[[How to Find Wisconsin Death Records#Deaths_from_1917_thru_1970|Deaths after 1907]]'''</span><span style="font-size:120%"> </span>  
:*<span style="font-size:120%">'''[[How to Estimate United States Death Information|Death date unknown]]'''</span>
:*<span style="font-size:120%">'''[[How to Estimate United States Death Information|I don't know when the death is]]'''</span>


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== '''Deaths before 1907'''  ==
== '''Deaths before 1907'''  ==


Statewide registration of deaths began in 1907. Before 1907, deaths were not recorded by the state; however, some counties recorded deaths. But county registration was voluntary, making death records before 1907 irregular.  
Statewide registration of deaths began in 1907. Before 1907, deaths were not recorded by the state; however, some counties recorded deaths. But registration was voluntary.  
 
==== '''STEP ONE: Find Death Information'''  ====


For deaths that exist during this time period, try the following databases. Try each link.  
For deaths that exist during this time period, try the following databases. Try each link.  
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| width="65%" | '''Free;''' index begins in 1852 but dates may vary by county
| width="65%" | '''Free;''' index begins in 1852 but dates may vary by county
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| width="25%" | [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-10884/wisconsin-death-index-1808-1909?s=275764761 1808-1909 - Wisconsin, Death Index]
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| {{RecordSearch|1940759|1820-1907 - At FamilySearch.org}}
| '''Free;''' obtained from the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services. Microfilm copies of original records are available at the FamilySearch Library and at some FamilySearch Centers. Also on [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=4984 Ancestry.com,] free at [http://search.ancestrys.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=4984 FamilySearch centers.]
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| {{RecordSearch|1803975|1867-1907 - At FamilySearch.org}}  
| {{RecordSearch|1940759|1850-1907 - At FamilySearch.org}}  
| '''Free;''' Microreproduction of original records of the Bureau of Health Statistics compiled by the Wisconsin Historical Society in Madison, Wisconsin. Microfilm copies of original records are available at the FamilySearch Library and at some FamilySearch Centers.
| '''Free;''' obtained from the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services
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==== '''STEP TWO: Obtain the Certificate'''  ====
<br> If you cannot find a death record in the indexes above, try searching [[Substitute Records For United States Death Information|substitute records]] to locate your ancestor’s death date and place. <br>


After you find your ancestor in an index, you can either order the certificate from the Wisconsin Historical Society or you can find the corresponding microfilm at the FamilySearch Library.<br>
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:[[Wisconsin Cemeteries|Cemetery Records]]
:[[Wisconsin Newspapers|Newspapers]]
:[[Wisconsin Probate Records|Probate (wills, etc)]]
:[[Wisconsin Taxation|Tax Records]]


*Wisconsin Historical Society Index - A red link, which reads "'''Buy'''" appears to the right of the death information for the individual. Clicking on that link will start the process of ordering the certificate.
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*FamilySearch Library - After you know the exact county where the death occurred, you can view a microfilm corresponding to that county at the library's {{FSC|147746|item|disp=Registration of Deaths, ca. 1862-1907}} for Wisconsin.
:[[Wisconsin Church Records|Church Records]]
:[[Wisconsin Census|Census]]
:[[Wisconsin Bible Records|Bible Records]]


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== '''Deaths after 1907'''  ==
== '''Deaths after 1907'''  ==


The state of Wisconsin began recording deaths in 1907, with full compliance by 1908.  
The state of Wisconsin began recording deaths in 1907.  
 
==== '''STEP ONE: Find Death Information'''    ====


For deaths that exist during this time period, try the following databases. Try each link.  
For deaths that exist during this time period, try the following databases. Try each link.  
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| width="25%" | {{RecordSearch|1708699|1835-1968 - At FamilySearch.org}}  
| width="25%" | {{RecordSearch|1708699|1835-1968 - At FamilySearch.org}}  
| width="65%" | '''Free;''' index to death and burial records from the state of Wisconsin. Microfilm copies of original records are available at the FamilySearch Library and at some FamilySearch Centers.
| width="65%" | '''Free;''' index to death and burial records from the state of Wisconsin
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| {{RecordSearch|1947978|1959-1997 - At FamilySearch.org}}  
| {{RecordSearch|1947978|1959-1997 - At FamilySearch.org}}  
| '''Free;''' index of deaths from the Wisconsin Vital Records Office. Also at [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=8790 Ancestry.com,] free at [http://search.ancestrys.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=8790 FamilySearch centers.]
| '''Free;''' index of deaths from the Wisconsin Vital Records Office
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*{{RecordSearch|1202535|United States Social Security Death Index}}
*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=3693 U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014] ($)
*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60901 U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007], incomplete ($).
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==== '''STEP TWO: Obtain the Certificate'''  ====
==== '''Obtain the Certificate'''  ====
 
To get an image of the certificate, you can order a copy of the death certificate from one of the following locations:


*FamilySearch.org - If the indexed information contained a GS microfilm number you view the microfilm at the FamilySearch Library or some [https://www.familysearch.org/centers/locations/ FamilySearch Centers].
To get an image of the certificate, you can order the corresponding Family History Library film if the indexed information included a film number OR you can order a copy of the death certificate for a fee from the following locations:  
*You may also order a copy of the death certificate for a fee from the following locations:  
**[http://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/VitalRecords/death.htm Wisconsin Department of Health Services]
**[https://www.vitalchek.com/death-certificates/wisconsin VitalChek]


Death records are also maintained at the county level. County copies may be obtained at the Register of Deeds office in the county where the event occurred.  
*[http://health.state.ga.us/programs/vitalrecords/birth.asp Wisconsin Department of Health Services]
*[https://www.vitalchek.com/death-certificates/wisconsin VitalChek]


'''If you do not know the exact date or place of death:'''<br> For a fee, the [http://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/VitalRecords/death.htm#D2 Wisconsin Department of Health office] will do a search for your ancestor.<br>  
'''If you do not know the exact date or place of death:'''<br> For a fee, the [http://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/VitalRecords/death.htm#D2 Wisconsin Department of Health office] will do a search.<br>  


'''If you do not want to order the death record, there are [[Substitute Records For United States Death Information|other records with death information]] you can search.<br>'''  
'''If you do not want to order the death record, there are [[Substitute Records For United States Death Information|other records with death information]] you can search.<br>'''  
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:*[[How to Find United States Death Records|Learn more about U.S. Death Records]]  
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Revision as of 11:53, 28 May 2013

How to Find United States Deaths Gotoarrow.png Wisconsin Deaths

Statewide registration of deaths began in 1907 in Wisconsin and was generally complied with by 1908.

Next Step: When did the death occur? [edit | edit source]
Choose a time period to search for your ancestor's death record:

Learn more about U.S. Death Records

Deaths before 1907[edit | edit source]

Statewide registration of deaths began in 1907. Before 1907, deaths were not recorded by the state; however, some counties recorded deaths. But registration was voluntary.

For deaths that exist during this time period, try the following databases. Try each link.

Wisconsin Deaths Databases - Includes Index Only
Try 1st:


Pre-1907 - At Wisconsin Historical Society Free; index begins in 1852 but dates may vary by county
Try 2nd:


1850-1907 - At FamilySearch.org Free; obtained from the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services

Can't search the index listed above? Try searching other records for death information.
Can't find your ancestor in the index? Tips for searching indexes
No death record for your ancestor? Other records with death information


If you cannot find a death record in the indexes above, try searching substitute records to locate your ancestor’s death date and place.

  Records that give death information:
Cemetery Records
Newspapers
Probate (wills, etc)
Tax Records
Church Records
Census
Bible Records
Return to top: Choose another death year




Deaths after 1907[edit | edit source]

The state of Wisconsin began recording deaths in 1907.

For deaths that exist during this time period, try the following databases. Try each link.

Wisconsin Deaths Databases - Includes Indexes Only

Try 1st:


1835-1968 - At FamilySearch.org Free; index to death and burial records from the state of Wisconsin
Try 2nd:


1959-1997 - At FamilySearch.org Free; index of deaths from the Wisconsin Vital Records Office

Can't search the index listed above? Order a search for your ancestor from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.
Can't find your ancestor in the index? Tips for searching indexes
No death record for your ancestor? Other records with death information

Obtain the Certificate[edit | edit source]

To get an image of the certificate, you can order the corresponding Family History Library film if the indexed information included a film number OR you can order a copy of the death certificate for a fee from the following locations:

If you do not know the exact date or place of death:
For a fee, the Wisconsin Department of Health office will do a search.

If you do not want to order the death record, there are other records with death information you can search.

Return to top: Choose another death year



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