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Statewide registration of deaths began in 1899 in Iowa; however, general compliance did not begin until 1917. Counties have copies of these records.  
Statewide registration of deaths began in 1899 in Florida; however, general compliance did not begin until 1917. Counties have copies of these records.  


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:*<span style="font-size:120%">'''[[How to Find Iowa Death Records#Deaths_before_1880|Deaths before 1880]]'''</span>  
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:*<span style="font-size:120%">'''[[How to Find Florida Death Records#Deaths_between_1877_and_1939|Deaths between 1877 and 1939]]'''</span>  
:*<span style="font-size:120%">'''[[How to Find Iowa Death Records#Deaths_after_1936|Deaths after 1936]]''' </span>
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== '''Deaths before 1880'''  ==
== '''Deaths before 1877'''  ==


Before 1880, no deaths 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. Some cemetery records and obituaries have been indexed in {{RecordSearch|1674841|Iowa, Deaths and Burials, 1850-1990}} but the quantity is limited.  
Before 1877, no deaths 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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:[[Iowa Cemeteries|Cemetery Records]]  
:[[Florida Cemeteries|Cemetery Records]]  
:[[Iowa Newspapers|Newspapers]]  
:[[Florida Newspapers|Newspapers]]  
:[[Iowa Probate Records|Probate (wills, etc)]]  
:[[Florida Probate Records|Probate (wills, etc)]]  
:[[Iowa Taxation|Tax Records]]
:[[Florida Taxation|Tax Records]]


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:[[Iowa Church Records|Church Records]]  
:[[Florida Church Records|Church Records]]  
:[[Iowa Census|Census]]  
:[[Florida Census|Census]]  
:[[Iowa Bible Records|Bible Records]]
:[[Florida Bible Records|Bible Records]]


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== '''Deaths between 1880 and 1936'''<br>  ==
== '''Deaths between 1877 and 1939'''<br>  ==


Statewide registration started in 1880 which required deaths to be recorded at both the county and state levels.  
Some counties in Florida began to keep death records in 1877. Statewide registration started in 1899 but not every death was recorded. General compliance throughout the state began in 1917.  


==== '''STEP ONE: Find Death Information'''  ====
==== '''STEP ONE: Find Death Information'''  ====
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| width="25%" | {{RecordSearch|1674841|1850-1990 - At FamilySearch.org}}  
| width="25%" | {{RecordSearch|1595003|1877-1939 - At FamilySearch.org}}  
| width="65%" | '''Free;''' index to death and burial records from the state of Iowa. Microfilm copies of original records are available at the FamilySearch Library and at some FamilySearch Centers. Also available on [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60283 Ancestry.com] ($), [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60283 free at FamilySearch centers] and [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30191/iowa-deaths-burials-1850-1990?s=218489221 MyHeritage.com] and [https://www.americanancestors.org/search/databasesearch/1611/iowa-deaths-and-burials-1850-1990 American Ancestors] ($)
| width="65%" | '''Free;''' index of Florida death records created by Florida Department of Health and Vital Statistics. Microfilm copies of original records are available at the Family History Library and at Family History Centers
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| width="25%" | {{RecordSearch|2110820|1880-1992 - At FamilySearch.org}}  
| {{RecordSearch|1674803|1900-1921 - At FamilySearch.org}}  
| width="65%" | '''Free;''' index to death records from county death records.  
| '''Free;''' index to death and burial records from the state of Florida. Microfilm copies of these records are available at the Family History Library and Family History Centers.
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| [https://iowaculture.gov/history/research/collections/vital-records State Historical Society of Iowa]<br>
| {{RecordSearch|1946805|1877-1998 - At FamilySearch.org}}  
| '''Free;''' index to death records from 1917-1935, depending on the county (in PDF form). Use ''State Death Record Indexes'' on the bottom of the page to search the index by county.<br>
| '''Free;''' index of deaths from the Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Records.
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| width="25%" | {{RecordSearch|2531337|1921-1940 - At FamilySearch.org}}  
| width="65%" | '''Free;''' index & images of death records from the State Historical Society of Iowa.  
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If you cannot locate your ancestor in the databases above, try searching for death information in [[Substitute Records For United States Birth Information|other records]].


==== '''STEP TWO: Obtain the Certificate'''  ====
==== '''STEP TWO: Obtain the Certificate'''  ====


There are three options:  
There are two options:  


*FamilySearch.org - If the indexed information contained a GS microfilm number you can view the microfilm at the FamilySearch Library or some [https://www.familysearch.org/centers/locations/ FamilySearch Centers]. <br>
*If the indexed information contained a GS microfilm number you can [[Ordering Microfilm or Microfiche|order]] the microfilm from the Family History Library.  
*State Historical Society of Iowa, [http://www.iowahistory.org/archives/public-reference-services/index.html Public Reference Services] - Provides both information to order the certificate and information about local professionals for hire to copy the certificate. <br>
*If the indexed information did NOT contain a GS microfilm number, you can you can order a microfilm corresponding to the correct certificate number from the library's database of {{FHL|816256|item|disp=Florida death certificates, 1877-1939}}.
*You may also order the certificate, for a fee, from the [http://idph.iowa.gov Iowa Department of Public Health]. Certificates for genealogical purposes must be requested through the mail (not through VitalChek) and you must submit both an [https://idph.iowa.gov/Portals/1/userfiles/68/Forms/app_certified_copies_generic-20200101.pdf Application for an Iowa Vital Record] and a [https://cap.gmdsolutions.com/viewfile.aspx?id=DFF70EE36971476FBA92C2BB8144001B Proof of Entitlement].


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== '''Deaths after 1936'''  ==
== '''Deaths after 1939'''  ==


The state of Iowa began recording deaths in 1880.  
The state of Florida began recording deaths in 1917.  


==== '''STEP ONE: Find Death Information'''  ====
==== '''STEP ONE: Find Death Information'''  ====


For deaths that exist during this time period, try the following database. <br>
For deaths that exist during this time period, try the following database.  
 
'''NOTE''': Very few of these deaths are indexed from death certificates. The information comes from burial, church, and other sources.  


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| width="25%" | {{RecordSearch|1674841|1850-1990 - At FamilySearch.org}}  
| width="25%" | {{RecordSearch|1946805|1877-1998 - At FamilySearch.org}}  
| width="65%" | '''Free;''' index to death and burial records from the state of Iowa. Microfilm copies of original records are available at the FamilySearch Library and at some FamilySearch Centers. Also available on [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60283 Ancestry.com] ($), [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60283 free at FamilySearch centers] and [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30191/iowa-deaths-burials-1850-1990?s=218489221 MyHeritage.com.]
| width="65%" | '''Free;''' index of deaths from the Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Records.
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*{{RecordSearch|1202535|United States Social Security Death Index}}
*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=3693 U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014] ($)
*[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'''  ====
==== '''STEP TWO: Obtain the Certificate'''  ====


To get an image of the certificate, you can order a copy of the death certificate for a fee from the [http://idph.iowa.gov Iowa Department of Public Health]. Certificates for genealogical purposes must be requested through the mail (not through VitalChek) and you must submit both an [https://hhs.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/portals/1/userfiles/68/forms/app_certified_copies_generic-20211201.pdf Application for an Iowa Vital Record] and a [https://cap.gmdsolutions.com/viewfile.aspx?id=DFF70EE36971476FBA92C2BB8144001B Proof of Entitlement].
To get an image of the certificate, you can order a copy of the death certificate for a fee from one of the following locations:  


**If you are uncertain of the exact date or if the individual died in Iowa, the department can do a search for the certificate, for a fee.  
*[http://www.doh.state.fl.us/planning_eval/vital_statistics/deaths.htm Florida Department of Health]
*[https://www.vitalchek.com/death-certificates/florida 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.  
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.  


'''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>'''
<center>[[How to Find Wisconsin Death Records#Next_Step:_When_did_the_death_occur.3F|Return to top: Choose another death year]]</center>
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'''''Restrictions for Obtaining a Certificate:'''''<br> To obtain a copy of the death certificate, you must be:  
'''''Restrictions for persons who died within the last 50 years:'''''<br> To obtain a copy of the death certificate with information on the cause of death for those who died within the last 50 years, you must be:  


:*The decedent's spouse, parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, or sibling  
:*The decedent's spouse, parent, child, grandchild, or sibling  
:Documentation that demonstrates his or her interest in the estate of the decedent;
:*Any person who provides documentation that he or she is acting on behalf of any of the previously mentioned persons.  
:*Any person who provides documentation that he or she is acting on behalf of any of the previously mentioned persons.  
:*Must be 18 years or older
::'''NOTE:''' A copy of the certificate with information about the cause of death cannot be obtained by anyone except those listed above until 50 years have passed from the date of the death.
:*Must provide notarized identification and signature
 
'''NOTE:''' A copy of the certificate cannot be obtained by anyone except those listed above until 75 years have passed from the date of death. <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>'''  
<center>[[How to Find Iowa Death Records#Next_Step:_When_did_the_death_occur.3F|Return to top: Choose another death year]]</center>  
<center>[[How to Find Florida Death Records#Next_Step:_When_did_the_death_occur.3F|Return to top: Choose another death year]]</center>  
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:*[[How to Find United States Birth Records|How to Find United States Birth Records]]  
:*[[How to Find United States Death Records|Learn more about U.S. Death Records]]  
:*[[How to Find United States Death Records|Learn more about U.S. Death Records]]  
:*[[United States Record Finder|United States Record Finder ]]  
:*[[United States Record Selection Table|United States Record Selection Table ]]  
:*[[U.S. Vital Records Overview|U.S. Vital Records Overview]]  
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How to Find United States Deaths Gotoarrow.png Florida Deaths

Statewide registration of deaths began in 1899 in Florida; however, general compliance did not begin until 1917. Counties have copies of these records.

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 1877[edit | edit source]

Before 1877, no deaths were recorded by the county or state. You must search 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 between 1877 and 1939
[edit | edit source]

Some counties in Florida began to keep death records in 1877. Statewide registration started in 1899 but not every death was recorded. General compliance throughout the state began in 1917.

STEP ONE: Find Death Information[edit | edit source]

For death that exist during this time period, try the following databases.

Florida Death Databases - Includes Indexes Only
Try 1st:
1877-1939 - At FamilySearch.org Free; index of Florida death records created by Florida Department of Health and Vital Statistics. Microfilm copies of original records are available at the Family History Library and at Family History Centers
Try 2nd:
1900-1921 - At FamilySearch.org Free; index to death and burial records from the state of Florida. Microfilm copies of these records are available at the Family History Library and Family History Centers.
Try 3rd:
1877-1998 - At FamilySearch.org Free; index of deaths from the Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Records.
Can't find your ancestor in the online index? Tips for searching online indexes
No death record for your ancestor? Other records with death information

If you cannot locate your ancestor in the databases above, try searching for death information in other records.

STEP TWO: Obtain the Certificate[edit | edit source]

There are two options:

  • If the indexed information contained a GS microfilm number you can order the microfilm from the Family History Library.
  • If the indexed information did NOT contain a GS microfilm number, you can you can order a microfilm corresponding to the correct certificate number from the library's database of Florida death certificates, 1877-1939.


Deaths after 1939[edit | edit source]

The state of Florida began recording deaths in 1917.

STEP ONE: Find Death Information[edit | edit source]

For deaths that exist during this time period, try the following database.

Florida Death Databases - Includes Index Only
1877-1998 - At FamilySearch.org Free; index of deaths from the Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Records.

STEP TWO: Obtain the Certificate[edit | edit source]

To get an image of the certificate, you can order a copy of the death certificate for a fee from one of the following locations:

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.

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


Restrictions for persons who died within the last 50 years:
To obtain a copy of the death certificate with information on the cause of death for those who died within the last 50 years, you must be:

  • The decedent's spouse, parent, child, grandchild, or sibling
Documentation that demonstrates his or her interest in the estate of the decedent;
  • Any person who provides documentation that he or she is acting on behalf of any of the previously mentioned persons.
NOTE: A copy of the certificate with information about the cause of death cannot be obtained by anyone except those listed above until 50 years have passed from the date of the death.

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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