How do I find an old obituary in Tennessee?
Early obituary records are available in some cases through the Tennessee State Library and Archives. The index provides the names of those who had announcements posted in local Nashville papers, and as well as the date of publication.
Are death certificates public record in Tennessee?
Most vital records in Tennessee are open to the public, in compliance with the Tennessee Open Records Act. Vital records include birth, death, marriage, and divorce records. Individuals seeking access to these vital records must have the information and qualifications required to inspect or copy the documents.
When did Tennessee start recording death certificates?
Statewide registration of deaths began in 1914 in Tennessee with general compliance by 1936. Counties have copies of these records.
Where can I find Death Records in Tennessee?
Tennessee Death Records and Index, 1908-1965 (except 1913)(at Ancestry/requires payment) includes digitized copies of the death certificates Tennessee Death Records and Index, 1914-1966 from FamilySearch(free with registration) includes digitized copies of the death certificates
Which cities in Tennessee keep earlier birth records?
The larger cities in Tennessee did keep earlier birth records: Nashville (beginning in 1881); Knoxville (beginning in 1881); Chattanooga (beginning in 1879); and Memphis (beginning in 1874). Only the early Nashville birth records are indexed.
Where can I find obituaries in Tennessee?
Online Tennessee Obituaries – Recent Tennessee Newspapers Obituaries Archive (recent)(copies of individual obituaries can be obtained online for a fee) includes… Chattanooga Courier (2/10/2011-Current) Knoxville News-Sentinel (1/4/1991-Current) Lenoir City News-Herald (9/27/1999-Current)
What are some of the oldest newspapers in Tennessee?
Lenoir City News-Herald (9/27/1999-Current) Maryville Daily Times (12/1/2003-Current) Memphis Commercial Appeal (6/27/1990-Current) Newport Plain Talk (7/1/1998-Current) Oak Ridger (Oak Ridge, TN) – (2/17/1997-Current) And about 20 more Tennessee newspapers Tennessee Cemetery Burials