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''[[United States|United States ]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Illinois|Illinois ]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Illinois_Vital_Records|Vital Records]]'' {{Adoption ISGS}}<br> | ''[[United States|United States ]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Illinois|Illinois ]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Illinois_Vital_Records|Vital Records]]'' {{Adoption ISGS}}<br> | ||
== Introduction to Vital Records | == Introduction to Vital Records == | ||
[[United States Vital Records|Vital Records]] consist of [[United States Birth Records|births]], adoptions, [[United States Marriage Records|marriages]], divorces, and [[United States Death Records|deaths]] recorded on registers, certificates, and documents. [[Locating United States Vital Records|United States Vital Records]] | [[United States Vital Records|Vital Records]] consist of [[United States Birth Records|births]], adoptions, [[United States Marriage Records|marriages]], divorces, and [[United States Death Records|deaths]] recorded on registers, certificates, and documents. [[Locating United States Vital Records|United States Vital Records]] has additional research guidance on researching and using vital records. A copy or an extract of most original records can be purchased from the [http://www.idph.state.il.us/vitalrecords/index.htm Illinois Department of Public Health, Division of Public Records] or the county clerk's office of the county where the event occurred. | ||
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| width="16.6%" align="center" | 1877* | |||
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== Illinois | == Illinois Birth, Marriage and Death Records Online == | ||
The following is a list of online resources useful for locating Illinois Vital Records which consist of [[United States Birth Records|births]], | The following is a list of online resources useful for locating Illinois Vital Records which consist of [[United States Birth Records|births]], [[United States Marriage Records|marriages]], divorces, and [[United States Death Records|deaths]]. Most online resources for Illinois Vital Records are indexes. After locating a person in an index always consult the original record to [[Contradictions and discrepancies|confirm the information]] in the index. | ||
'''Illinois State Archives Global Search:''' | |||
:*The [http://www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/globsrch.html Global Database Search] created by the [http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/archives/archives.html Illinois State Archives] allows all index databases on their website to be searched by name (free). You must click on a database from the list of results and enter the name again to search for the record in that database. The search field is at the bottom of the webpage. | |||
'''Marriages:''' | '''Marriages:''' | ||
:*[http://www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/marrsrch.html ''Illinois Statewide Marriage Index, 1763–1900''] | :*[http://www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/marrsrch.html ''Illinois Statewide Marriage Index, 1763–1900''], [http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/archives/archives.html Illinois State Archives] - Free | ||
:*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=2086 ''Illinois Marriages to 1850''] at [http://www.ancestry.com/ Ancestry] - ($) | :*[http://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1803970 ''Illinois County Marriages, 1810''–''1934''], FamilySearch Historical Records - Free<br>Learn more about this [[Illinois County Marriage Records (FamilySearch Historical Records)|collection]].<br> | ||
:*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=7851 ''Illinois Marriages, | :*[http://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1463145 ''Illinois, Cook County Marriages''', '''1871–1920''], FamilySearch Historical Records - Free<br>Learn more about this [[Illinois, Cook County Marriage Records (FamilySearch Historical Records)|collection]]. | ||
:*[http://search.ancestryinstitution.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=7857 ''Illinois Marriages, | :*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=2086 ''Illinois Marriages to 1850''] at [http://www.ancestry.com/ Ancestry] - ($) | ||
:*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=7851 ''Illinois Marriages, 1790–1860''] at [http://www.ancestry.com/ Ancestry] - ($) | |||
:*[http://search.ancestryinstitution.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=7857 ''Illinois Marriages, 1851–1900''] at [http://www.ancestry.com/ Ancestry] - ($) | |||
'''Deaths:''' | '''Deaths:''' | ||
:* | :*[http://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1438856 ''Illinois, Deaths and Stillbirths, 1916–1947''], FamilySearch.org - Free<br>Learn more about this [[Illinois Deaths and Stillbirths (FamilySearch Historical Records)|collection]]. | ||
:*[http://www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/deathsrch.html ''Illinois Statewide Death Index, Pre-1916''] at [http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/archives/archives.html Illinois State Archives Illinois State Archives] - Free | :*[http://www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/deathsrch.html ''Illinois Statewide Death Index, Pre-1916''] at [http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/archives/archives.html Illinois State Archives Illinois State Archives] - Free | ||
:*[http://www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/idphdeathsrch.html ''Illinois Death Certificates, | :*[http://www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/idphdeathsrch.html ''Illinois Death Certificates, 1916–1950''] at [http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/archives/archives.html Illinois State Archives Illinois State Archives] - Free | ||
== Researching Illinois Vital Records == | |||
It is usually best to start a vital records search using one of the online links listed above. Original records were officially recorded in the county (except for those recorded in Chicago). Links to county pages appear in the box at the end of this article. Statewide vital records are available at the following locations:<br> | |||
:*The [http://www.idph.state.il.us/vitalrecords/index.htm Illinois Department of Public Health, Division of Vital Records] (birth and death records) | |||
:*[http://www.sos.state.il.us/departments/archives/irad/iradhome.html Illinois Regional Archives Depository System (IRAD)]: IRAD is run by the Illinois State Archives to archive records from local governments in Illinois. There are seven depositories covering the state. Click [http://apps.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/iradsrch.html here] to see what records are available for the county you are searching. Click [http://www.sos.state.il.us/departments/archives/irad/iradregn.html here] for a map to determine what depository to contact. | |||
:*The Family History Library (FHL): See the [http://www.familysearch.org/search/search/index/catalog-search#searchType=catalog&filtered=true&catSearchType=subject_id&searchCriteria=376362 Illinois-Vital Records] topic page of the Family History Library catalog (FHLC). Explore how to search the [[Introduction to the Family History Library Catalog|FHLC]]. Copies of records on FHL microfilm and microfiche can be ordered for viewing at [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/FHC/frameset_fhc.asp Family History Centers]. | |||
:*Learn where to write for [http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/w2w/Illinois.htm Illinois Certificates]. | |||
== Birth Records == | == Birth Records == | ||
Because of legislation passed in 1843, a parent could report a birth to the county. However, very few births were recorded | Because of legislation passed in 1843, a parent could report a birth to the county. However, very few births were recorded in only a few scattered counties. In 1877, the State Board of Health required all births be reported to the county clerk, although many were not reported because compliance was not enforced.<ref>http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/archives/death.html</ref> In Illinois, the statewide registration of vital statistics began in 1916 and was generally complied with by 1922. | ||
After 1916, birth records usually give the name and sex of the child; the names, birthplaces, and ages of the parents (with the mother’s maiden name); the occupation of the father; and the number of children born to the mother. Birth records of adopted children may give the birth parents but have frequently been amended to show only the adoptive parents. | After 1916, birth records usually give the name and sex of the child; the names, birthplaces, and ages of the parents (with the mother’s maiden name); the occupation of the father; and the number of children born to the mother. Birth records of adopted children may give the birth parents but have frequently been amended to show only the adoptive parents. | ||
There is a 75 year restriction on obtaining birth records for those not entitled to obtaining a birth certificate. For births after 1916, a copy of the birth certificate can be obtained if the individual is deceased. You must request a special form from Illinois Department of Public Health.<ref>http://www.idph.state.il.us/vitalrecords/genealogicalinfo.htm</ref> | There is a 75 year restriction on obtaining birth records for those not entitled to obtaining a birth certificate. For births after 1916, a copy of the birth certificate can be obtained if the individual is deceased. You must request a special form from Illinois Department of Public Health, Division of Vital Records.<ref>http://www.idph.state.il.us/vitalrecords/genealogicalinfo.htm</ref> | ||
:*''Illinois Births, Prior to Act, Excluding Chicago: 1842, 1849–1872. ''{{FHL|757970|item|disp=FHL film 1992052 (first of 6 films)}} | |||
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=== Delayed Birth Records === | === Delayed Birth Records === | ||
Delayed registrations of births can be located in the county where the birth occurred or the county of residence in the state when the individual applied for the delayed birth record. | Delayed registrations of births can be located in the county where the birth occurred or the county of residence in the state when the individual applied for the delayed birth record. Some delayed birth records can also be found at [http://www.sos.state.il.us/departments/archives/irad/iradhome.html Illinois Regional Archives Depository System (IRAD)] depositories and the [[Introduction to the Family History Library Catalog|Family History Library (FHL)]]. | ||
Some delayed birth records | |||
== Marriage Records == | == Marriage Records == | ||
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Several types of marriage records were kept, such as marriage registers, marriage returns, and marriage applications. Sometimes only one type of marriage record was preserved or filmed. | Several types of marriage records were kept, such as marriage registers, marriage returns, and marriage applications. Sometimes only one type of marriage record was preserved or filmed. | ||
The marriage registers before 1877 provide | The marriage registers before 1877 provide the date of marriage, names of the bride and groom, and the person who performed the marriage. Starting in 1877, pre-printed marriage register books in Illinois provided columns for ages, residences, birth places, and sometimes the names of the parents or guardians of the bride and groom. | ||
Marriage returns were reported by the minister or Justice of the Peace who performed the marriage. County histories can be checked to learn which religion and congregation a minister served. Ministers’ returns may reveal that the marriage took place in a private residence, often the home of a parent or relative. | Marriage returns were reported by the minister or Justice of the Peace who performed the marriage. County histories or city directories can be checked to learn which religion and congregation a minister served. Ministers’ returns may reveal that the marriage took place in a private residence, often the home of a parent or relative. | ||
The county clerk usually kept marriage records from the time the county was organized. A few records date from the 1790s, but couples were not required to obtain a marriage license until 1877. | The county clerk usually kept marriage records from the time the county was organized. A few records date from the 1790s, but couples were not required to obtain a marriage license until 1877. | ||
The counties continue to record marriages to the present day and only county clerks can issue certified copies of the marriage certificate. A statewide register of marriages was started on 1 January 1962 as county clerks forwarded marriage information to the Illinois Department of Health. | The counties continue to record marriages to the present day and only county clerks can issue certified copies of the marriage certificate. A statewide register of marriages was started on 1 January 1962 as county clerks forwarded marriage information to the Illinois Department of Public Health. For a fee, the [http://www.idph.state.il.us/vitalrecords/marriageinfo.htm Division of Vital Records] can search their statewide register and provide the marriage date and county for couples married after 1962. [[Illinois, Cook County Marriage Records (FamilySearch Historical Records)|<br>]] | ||
[[Illinois, Cook County Marriage Records (FamilySearch Historical Records)| | |||
'''[[Gretna Greens in the United States|Gretna Greens]]:''' | '''[[Gretna Greens in the United States|Gretna Greens]]:''' | ||
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When an Illinois '''eloping''' couple's marriage is not in their home county, search for it in alternate places like [[Lake County, Indiana|Crown Point, IN]], or [[St. Joseph County, Indiana|South Bend, IN]], or [[Vanderburgh County, Indiana|Evansville, IN]], or [[Lee County, Iowa]].<ref name="Eakle1">Arlene H. Eakle, "Have you searched and searched for a marriage without finding it?" in ''Genealogy Blog'' at [http://www.arleneeakle.com/wordpress/2007/02/19/have-you-searched-and-searched-for-the-marriage-without-finding-it/ http://www.arleneeakle.com/wordpress/2007/02/19/have-you-searched-and-searched-for-the-marriage-without-finding-it/] accessed 8 January 2011).</ref> | When an Illinois '''eloping''' couple's marriage is not in their home county, search for it in alternate places like [[Lake County, Indiana|Crown Point, IN]], or [[St. Joseph County, Indiana|South Bend, IN]], or [[Vanderburgh County, Indiana|Evansville, IN]], or [[Lee County, Iowa]].<ref name="Eakle1">Arlene H. Eakle, "Have you searched and searched for a marriage without finding it?" in ''Genealogy Blog'' at [http://www.arleneeakle.com/wordpress/2007/02/19/have-you-searched-and-searched-for-the-marriage-without-finding-it/ http://www.arleneeakle.com/wordpress/2007/02/19/have-you-searched-and-searched-for-the-marriage-without-finding-it/] accessed 8 January 2011).</ref> | ||
=== Online Illinois Marriage Indexes and Records === | |||
=== Marriage Indexes === | |||
:*[http://www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/marrsrch.html ''Illinois Statewide Marriage Index, 1763–1900''], [http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/archives/archives.html Illinois State Archives] - Free. Provides groom, bride, date and county as well as information for contacting the county for a copy of the record. | |||
:*[http://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1803970 ''Illinois County Marriages, 1810''–''1934''], FamilySearch Historical Records - Free<br>Learn more about this [[Illinois County Marriage Records (FamilySearch Historical Records)|collection]].<br> | |||
:*[http://www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/marrsrch.html Illinois Statewide Marriage Index, 1763–1900] - Provides groom, bride, date and county as well as information for contacting the county for a copy of the record. | :*[http://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1463145 ''Illinois, Cook County Marriages''', '''1871–1920''], FamilySearch Historical Records - Free<br>Learn more about this [[Illinois, Cook County Marriage Records (FamilySearch Historical Records)|collection]]. | ||
:*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=2086 Illinois Marriages to 1850] - ($) | :*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=2086 ''Illinois Marriages to 1850''] at [http://www.ancestry.com/ Ancestry] - ($) | ||
:*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=7851 Illinois Marriages, | :*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=7851 ''Illinois Marriages, 1790–1860''] at [http://www.ancestry.com/ Ancestry] - ($) | ||
:*[http://search.ancestryinstitution.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=7857 Illinois Marriages, | :*[http://search.ancestryinstitution.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=7857 ''Illinois Marriages, 1851–1900''] at [http://www.ancestry.com/ Ancestry] - ($) | ||
== Death Records == | == Death Records == | ||
Because of legislation passed in 1843, members of a family could report a death to the county. However, very few deaths were recorded and only a few scattered counties have incomplete records. A new law was passed in 1877 | Because of legislation passed in 1843, members of a family could report a death to the county. However, very few deaths were recorded and only a few scattered counties have incomplete records. A new law was passed in 1877 requiring all deaths to be reported to the county clerk, although many were not reported because compliance was not enforced.<ref> [http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/archives/death.html http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/archives/death.html]</ref> In 1916, death records were mandated by the state with copies sent to the state capital. Compliance to this law reached 95% by 1919.<ref>Schweitzer, George K, Illinois Genealogical Research (Knoxville, TN: George K. Schweitzer, 1997)</ref> | ||
After 1916, death records usually give information about the deceased, such as name, age, birth date, state or country of birth (sometimes the city or town), names of the parents (frequently including the maiden name of the mother), and the informant (who may be a close relative). The date and place of death are given. Sometimes burial information, the cause of death, and the names of the physician and mortician are provided. The length of residence in the state or county may also be given. | After 1916, death records usually give information about the deceased, such as name, age, birth date, state or country of birth (sometimes the city or town), names of the parents (frequently including the maiden name of the mother), and the informant (who may be a close relative). The date and place of death are given. Sometimes burial information, the cause of death, and the names of the physician and mortician are provided. The length of residence in the state or county may also be given. | ||
Death records are available in the following: | |||
:*Contact the county clerk in the county the death occurred. [http://www.idph.state.il.us/vitalrecords/countylisting.htm Addresses of Illinois county clerks]. | |||
:*[http://www.idph.state.il.us/vitalrecords/deathinfo.htm Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)]'''. '''Orders can be made [http://www.idph.state.il.us/vitalrecords/deathorder_online.htm online], [http://www.idph.state.il.us/vitalrecords/deathorder_mail.htm by mail], [http://www.idph.state.il.us/vitalrecords/deathorder_fax.htm by fax], or [http://www.idph.state.il.us/vitalrecords/deathorder_person.htm in person]. Requirements for ordering from the IDPH include: decedent's full name, date of death, city and county where death occurred (if known), your relationship to the decedent, reasons for requesting record and a legible/readable copy of your valid photo identification card. A genealogical copy is less expensive than a certified copy. | |||
* | :*[http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~ilsgs/projects/deathcerts.html Illinois State Genealogical Society]. Only 1916 to 1947 are currently available. Order [http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~ilsgs/projects/deathcerts.html online]. | ||
:*[http://www.sos.state.il.us/departments/archives/idphdeathindex.html#after1915 Illinois State Archives Reference Room (ISA)] has death records for deaths that occurred more than 50 years ago. Earlier deaths are not available at the ISA. The following is required: decedent's name, date of death, name of county (and if provided, township of death), and death certificate number. | |||
:*[http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~ilsgs/projects/deathcerts.html Illinois State Genealogical Society]. Only 1916 to 1947 are currently available. Order [http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~ilsgs/projects/deathcerts.html online]. | |||
=== Online Illinois Death Indexes and Records === | |||
''' | :*[http://www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/deathsrch.html ''Illinois Statewide Death Index, Pre-1916''] at [http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/archives/archives.html Illinois State Archives Illinois State Archives] - Free | ||
:*[http://www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/idphdeathsrch.html ''Illinois Death Certificates, 1916–1950''] at [http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/archives/archives.html Illinois State Archives Illinois State Archives] - Free | |||
:*[http://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1438856 ''Illinois, Deaths and Stillbirths, 1916–1947''], FamilySearch.org - Free<br>Learn more about this [[Illinois Deaths and Stillbirths (FamilySearch Historical Records)|collection]]. | |||
== Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce) Records == | |||
== Divorce Records == | |||
In the early 1800s, the legislature, the circuit courts, and city courts granted divorces. Illinois divorce records may indicate the date and place the marriage was dissolved. Circuit or city courts have handled most divorce proceedings. The Superior Court of Cook County in Chicago also has jurisdiction over divorces. | In the early 1800s, the legislature, the circuit courts, and city courts granted divorces. Illinois divorce records may indicate the date and place the marriage was dissolved. Circuit or city courts have handled most divorce proceedings. The Superior Court of Cook County in Chicago also has jurisdiction over divorces. | ||
The | The actual records before and after 1962 are available in the county where the divorce occurred. Contact the county clerk of the circuit court for certified copies of dissolution of marriage records. Click here for a list of the [http://www.state.il.us/court/CircuitCourt/CircuitCourtJudges/CCC_County.asp circuit court clerks]. For a fee, the [http://www.idph.state.il.us/vitalrecords/dissolution_marriageinfo.htm Division of Vital Records] can verify the dissolution of marriages after 1961 if the husband's last name is known. Some divorce records are also available from the [http://www.sos.state.il.us/departments/archives/irad/iradhome.html Illinois Regional Archives Depository System (IRAD)] and the [[Introduction to the Family History Library Catalog|Family History Library]]. | ||
[http://www.sos.state.il.us/departments/archives/irad/iradhome.html Illinois Regional Archives Depository System (IRAD)] | |||
== Adoption Records == | == Adoption Records == | ||
The Illinois Department of Public Health has | The Illinois Department of Public Health has an [http://www.idph.state.il.us/vitalrecords/vital/adoptbroch.htm Illinois Adoption Registry and Medical Information Exchange (IARMIE) program]. | ||
== Additional Helps == | == Additional Helps == | ||
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*Information listed on vital records is given by an informant. Learn the relationship of the informant to the subject(s) of the record. The closer the relationship of the informant to the subject(s) and whether or not the informant was present at the time of the event can help determine the accuracy of the information found on the record. | *Information listed on vital records is given by an informant. Learn the relationship of the informant to the subject(s) of the record. The closer the relationship of the informant to the subject(s) and whether or not the informant was present at the time of the event can help determine the accuracy of the information found on the record. | ||
*If you are unable to locate vital records recorded by governments, search for church records of christening, marriage, death or burial. A family Bible may have been used to record births, marriages and deaths. [[Illinois Vital Records#Substitute_Records|Other substitute records.]] | *If you are unable to locate vital records recorded by governments, search for church records of christening, marriage, death or burial. A family Bible may have been used to record births, marriages and deaths. [[Illinois Vital Records#Substitute_Records|Other substitute records.]] | ||
*Privacy laws may restrict your access to some vital records. Copies of some vital records recorded in the last 100 years may be unavailable to anyone except a direct relative. | *Privacy laws may restrict your access to some vital records. Copies of some vital records recorded in the last 100 years may be unavailable to anyone except a direct relative. | ||
=== [[Image:Fire.png|thumb|right|110px]]Burned, Lost, or Missing Records === | === [[Image:Fire.png|thumb|right|110px]]Burned, Lost, or Missing Records === | ||
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*[http://blogs.ancestry.com/circle/?p=2424 Michael John Neill, ''Burned Counties'' in Family History Circle] | *[http://blogs.ancestry.com/circle/?p=2424 Michael John Neill, ''Burned Counties'' in Family History Circle] | ||
=== | === Alternative Records === | ||
These links will take you to wiki pages describing alternate sources for birth, marriage and death records. | These links will take you to wiki pages describing alternate sources for birth, marriage and death records. | ||
*[[Illinois Church Records|Church Records]]: Depending on the denomination, church records | *[[Illinois Church Records|Church Records]]: Depending on the denomination, church records may contain information about birth, marriage and death. | ||
*[[Illinois Cemeteries|Cemetery Records]]: Cemetery records are a rich source of birth and death information. These records may also reveal family relationships. | *[[Illinois Cemeteries|Cemetery Records]]: Cemetery records are a rich source of birth and death information. These records may also reveal family relationships. | ||
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*[[Illinois Census|Census Records]]: Census records are a valuable source for birth and marriage information. You may also determine approximate time of death when the individual disappear from the census. This is a good place to begin a search. | *[[Illinois Census|Census Records]]: Census records are a valuable source for birth and marriage information. You may also determine approximate time of death when the individual disappear from the census. This is a good place to begin a search. | ||
*[[Illinois Newspapers|Newspapers]]: Besides obituaries, local newspapers may contain birth and marriage announcements and death notices. Also check newspaper social columns for | *[[Illinois Newspapers|Newspapers]]: Besides obituaries, local newspapers may contain birth and marriage announcements and death notices. Also check newspaper social columns for additional information. | ||
*[[Illinois Periodicals|Periodicals]]: Local genealogical and historical societies often publish periodicals which may contain abstracted early birth, marriage and death information. | *[[Illinois Periodicals|Periodicals]]: Local genealogical and historical societies often publish periodicals which may contain abstracted early birth, marriage and death information. | ||
*[[Illinois Military Records|Military Records]]: | *[[Illinois Military Records|Military Records]]: Military pension records can give birth, marriage and death information. In addition, soldiers' homes records can included this same information. | ||
*[[Illinois Probate Records|Probate Records]]: If no death record exists, probate records | *[[Illinois Probate Records|Probate Records]]: If no death record exists, probate records may be helpful in estimating when an individual has died. Probate records in the 20th Century often contain the exact death date. | ||
*[[Illinois History|History]]: | *[[Illinois History|History]]: Local histories, family histories and biographies can all be sources of birth, marriage and death information. Often this information is found in county-level records or in surname searches of the Family History Library catalog. | ||
== More Online Illinois Vital Records Links == | == More Online Illinois Vital Records Links == | ||
*USGenWeb.org [http://ILgenweb.com/ Illinois Site] - Free | *USGenWeb.org [http://ILgenweb.com/ Illinois Site] - Free | ||
*[http://userdb.rootsweb.ancestry.com/regional.html#Illinois Illinois databases] listed on Rootsweb - Free | |||
*[http://userdb.rootsweb.ancestry.com/regional.html#Illinois Illinois | *[http://fhlfavorites.info/Links/USA_States/States_Frames/Illinois/illinois.htm Illinois links] from FHLFavorites] - Free | ||
*GenealogyBuff's records from various funeral homes: [http://www.genealogybuff.com/il/northwest/webbbs_config.pl Northwestern Illinois Obituary and Death Notice Collection] from the northwestern counties of Illinois, including Carroll, Whiteside, Jo Daviess, Rock Island and Henry Counties; [http://www.genealogybuff.com/il/northeast/webbbs_config.pl Northeastern Illinois Obituary and Death Notice Collection] from the suburbs of Chicago and Joliet areas; [http://www.genealogybuff.com/il/south/webbbs_config.pl Southern Illinois Obituary and Death Notices Collection] from the southern counties of the state of Illinois. - Free | |||
*German Roots Links for Illinois [http://www.germanroots.com/vitalrecords.html#Illinois Birth & Marriage] and [http://www.germanroots.com/deathrecords.html Death] Records - Free/($) This site includes all vital records, not just those of German descent. | |||
*[http://fhlfavorites.info/Links/USA_States/States_Frames/Illinois/illinois.htm Illinois | *Progenealogists Links for the [http://progenealogists.com/genealogysleuthb.htm United States]. Press '''Ctrl + F''' on the keyboard to search for '''Illinois''' or '''IL''' - Free/($) | ||
*[http://www.genealogybuff.com/il/northwest/webbbs_config.pl Northwestern Illinois Obituary and Death Notice Collection] | *Ancestry databases for [http://search.ancestry.com/Places/US/Illinois/Default.aspx?category=34 Illinois Vital Records] and related records - ($) | ||
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You can learn more about state and county vital records as well as the laws of Illinois affecting them in: | You can learn more about state and county vital records as well as the laws of Illinois affecting them in: | ||
*'' | :*Schweitzer, George K. ''Illinois Genealogical Research''. Knoxville, Tennessee: Geo. K. Schweitzer, 1997. Includes types of records, research procedures, and county listings. {{FHL|666743|item|disp=FHL book 977.3 D27s}} | ||
:*Walsh, Diane Renner. ''Research in Illinois.'' by Diane Renner Walsh. Arlington, Virginia: National Genealogical Society, 2007. {{FHL|1394948|item}} | |||
:*Find Illinois Vital Records resources available at [http://www.worldcat.org/search?qt=worldcat_org_bks&q=illinois+vital+records&fq=dt%3Abks other libraries (WorldCat)]. Explore how to search [[Worldcat Online Catalog|WorldCat]]. | |||
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