Germany
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Germany Deaths and Burials, 1582-1958 | |
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Germany | |
| Flag of the German Empire, 1871-1917 | |
| Map of the German Empire, 1871-1917 | |
| Location of Germany | |
| Record Description | |
| Record Type | Deaths and Burials |
| Collection years: | 1582-1958 |
| Languages: | German |
| Title in the Language: | Deutschland Todesfälle und Bestattungen |
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Contents
- 1 What is in This Collection?
- 1.1 Index and Image Visibility
- 2 What Can These Records Tell Me?
- 3 Collection Content
- 3.1 Coverage Table
- 4 How Do I Search This Collection?
- 4.1 Search the Index
- 4.2 How Do I Analyze the Results?
- 5 What Do I Do Next?
- 5.1 I Found the Person I was Looking for, What Now?
- 5.2 I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now?
- 5.3 Research Helps
- 6 Known Issues
- 7 Citing This Collection
What is in This Collection?[edit | edit source]
This index is an electronic index for Germany deaths and burials for the years 1582 to 1958. 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.
Additional records and/or images may be added to this collection in the future.
Index and Image Visibility[edit | edit source]
Whenever possible FamilySearch makes images and indexes available for all users. However, rights to view these data are limited by contract and subject to change. Because of this there may be limitations on where and how images and indexes are available or who can see them. Please be aware some collections consist only of partial information indexed from the records and do not contain any images. For additional information about image restrictions see Restrictions for Viewing Images in FamilySearch Historical Record Collections.
What Can These Records Tell Me?[edit | edit source]
The following information may be found in these records:
- Name of the deceased
- Age or birth year
- Place of death
- Name of parents
- Name of spouse
Collection Content[edit | edit source]
Coverage Table[edit | edit source]
A Coverage Table for this collection is available in the wiki article Germany Deaths and Burials, Coverage Table - FamilySearch Historical Records
How Do I Search This Collection?[edit | edit source]
Search the Index[edit | edit source]
Search by name on the Collection Details Page.
- Fill in the search boxes in the Search Collection section with the information you know
- Click Search to show possible matches
How Do I Analyze the Results?[edit | edit source]
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?[edit | edit source]
- Whenever possible, view the original records to verify the information and to find additional information that might not be reported. These pieces of information can lead you to additional records and family members
I Found the Person I was Looking for, What Now?[edit | edit source]
- Add any new information to your records
- Use the age or estimated birth date to find vital records such as birth, baptism, and marriage records
- Search for an obituary or a cemetery record
- Search for the actual death certificate
I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now?[edit | edit source]
- Consult the GermanyRecord Finder to find other records
- 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 a nearby locality
- Try different spellings of your ancestor’s name
Research Helps[edit | edit source]
The following articles will help you research your family in Germany.
- GermanyResearch Tips and Strategies
- GermanyRecord Finder
Known Issues[edit | edit source]
Click here for a list of known issues with this collection.
Citing This Collection[edit | edit source]
Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.
Collection Citation:
The citation for this collection can be found on the Collection Details Page in the section Cite This Collection.
Record Citation:
When looking at a record, the citation can be viewed by clicking the drop-down arrow next to Document Information.
