User:Laurenwake/SandboxOhioD2

The state of Ohio began recording deaths in 1908. There are no restrictions on ordering death certificates from Ohio. Not all deaths occurring in this time period are in the indexes below.

Before using death records know:

 * Name of the deceased
 * Year of the death
 * Place of death/residence at death

Search a state death record index
Try 1st
 * at FamilySearch - Index only

Try 2nd
 * at FamilySearch - Index and Images
 * or


 * Ohio Deaths, 1959-2012 at FindMyPast - Index only

Try 3rd
 * at FamilySearch - Index and images

Try 4th
 * Ohio Deaths, 1908 - 1966 at MyHeritage - Index only

Next Steps

 * Compare any new information in the record with what was known before to be sure details are consistent
 * Check for a monumental inscription or cemetery record which may link individuals to other family members
 * Check probate records to see if the deceased left a will