Past Lives
Obituaries and death notices are valuable sources of information for genealogists and other researchers. Here's how to get started.
Obituaries and death notices are valuable sources of information for genealogists and other researchers. Here's how to get started.
Three Search Options
1. Come to the Main Library and conduct the search yourself with some guidance from library staff. There's no charge except for printing.
2. Complete the Obituary/Death Notice Search Request form and have the search conducted by library staff for a fee. Search results will be mailed to you.
3. Engage an independent researcher.
Historical newspapers from the Detroit Free Press. *Library card required for remote access.*
Access Now