How to Find Wisconsin Death Records

How to Find United States Deaths Wisconsin Deaths

Statewide registration of deaths began in 1907 in Wisconsin and was generally complied with by 1908.

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Next Step: When did the death occur?

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 * Choose a time period to search for your ancestor's death record:


 * Deaths before 1907
 * Deaths after 1907
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Deaths before 1907
Statewide registration of deaths began in 1907. Before 1907, deaths were not recorded by the state; however, some counties recorded deaths. But county registration was voluntary, making death records before 1907 irregular.

For deaths that exist during this time period, try the following databases. Try each link.

If you cannot find a death record in the indexes above, try searching substitute records to locate your ancestor’s death date and place.

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Deaths after 1907
The state of Wisconsin began recording deaths in 1907, with full compliance by 1908.

STEP ONE: Find Death Information
For deaths that exist during this time period, try the following databases. Try each link.

STEP TWO: Obtain the Certificate
To get an image of the certificate, you can either order the corresponding Family History Library film IF the indexed information included a film number OR you can order a copy of the death certificate for a fee from the following locations:


 * Wisconsin Department of Health Services
 * VitalChek

Death records are also maintained at the county level. County copies may be obtained at the Register of Deeds office in the county where the event occurred.

If you do not know the exact date or place of death: For a fee, the Wisconsin Department of Health office will do a search for your ancestor.

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