Where can I find out where my ancestor was buried?

Many death-related records can provide information to help you find a gravesite. The burial location for your ancestor can often be found in the following records: Death Certificates. Some death certificates can be accessed for free at FamilySearch.org, while others can be obtained through the county clerk’s office.

How can I find out if someone is buried in a cemetery?

Even if the cemetery itself doesn’t maintain an independent website, a database may include a photograph of their headstone and it’s location in the cemetery. In many cases, volunteers take photos of gravesites and upload them.

Where do I get a death certificate in Mississippi?

If you need to order copies of a death certificate after the time of death has passed, visit the website of the Mississippi State Department of Health. From the MSDH website, you can find instructions for ordering death certificates by mail, online, by phone, or in person.

Where can I find the death certificate of a deceased person?

You may be able to find the person’s death certificate by contacting their local county clerk’s office. However, if the person died before the 1930s, they may not have a death certificate.

How to find family members buried in a Mississippi Cemetery?

Go to Find A Grave Home page, click Search for a cemetery, select the state (Mississippi), then select from the county list, and press . Click on the number below Interments for a cemetery to access names. Click Records arrow to scroll through to the end. Family members may be buried in the same plot or nearby.

How can I find out where my ancestors are buried?

Enter the name of your ancestor. You may also use the last known location of the deceased to help narrow your search. Click the search button. A list of records containing Alice Smith as well as, Falls, County, and Texas is displayed. Click on the details that appear to have your ancestors information (if any).

How to find out if someone is buried in a National Cemetery?

If your search returns incorrect information about a veteran or family member buried in a national cemetery, please contact the cemetery directly to discuss your findings. To report incorrect information about a veteran buried in a private cemetery, click on “Contact Us” at the top of this page.

Where can I find out who is buried in Arlington National Cemetery?

The Arlington National Cemetery provides information on service members buried there. The American Battle Monuments Commission provides information on service members buried in overseas cemeteries. If you cannot locate the person you are searching for, please provide the following information on each individual: