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= Ohio Deaths After 1908 =

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

Can't find your ancestor's Death record?
If you haven't found your ancestor in the above collections, here are some incomplete databases that may contain more documents:
 * Ohio Deaths, 1959-2012 at FindMyPast - Index only
 * at FamilySearch - Index and images
 * Ohio Deaths, 1908 - 1966 at MyHeritage - Index only
 * Other records that give you death information

Next Steps

 * If you find the death, but the death record image is not online, you can order a copy.
 * 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