Germany, Prussia, East Prussia, Königsberg, Index to Funeral Sermons and Memorials - FamilySearch Historical Records

Record Description
This article describes multiple collections.

The collection "Germany, Prussia, East Prussia, Königsberg, Funeral Sermons, 1597-1794" contains funeral sermons containing vital information about the deceased. Records were originally in the University Library in Königsberg, East Prussia; now located in the Staatsbibliothek Berlin.

The collection "Germany, Prussia, East Prussia, Königsberg, Index to Funeral Sermons and Memorials, 1700-1900" is a card index to funeral sermons and memorials pertaining to Königsberg, East Prussia, Germany. Original card file located in the Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin.

Record Content

 * Name of the deceased
 * Birth and death dates
 * Birth and death places
 * Names of family members
 * Age
 * Residence
 * Biographical details such as military service or cause of death
 * Family genealogies

How to Use the Record
To begin your search it is helpful to know:


 * Your ancestor's full name
 * Some identifying information such as residence, age, and family relationships

Search the Collection
To browse the collection "Germany, Prussia, East Prussia, Königsberg, Funeral Sermons, 1597-1794:" ⇒Select "Browse through images" on the initial collection page ⇒Select the appropriate "Funeral Sermon Number" which takes you to the images.

To browse the collection "Germany, Prussia, East Prussia, Königsberg, Index to Funeral Sermons and Memorials:" ⇒Select "Browse through images" on the initial collection page ⇒Select the appropriate "Name Range" which takes you to the images.

Look at each image comparing the information with what you already know about your ancestors to determine if the image relates to them. You may need to look at several images and compare the information about the individuals listed in those images to your ancestors to make this determination. Keep in mind:


 * There may be more than one person in the records with the same name.
 * You may not be sure of your own ancestor’s name.
 * Your ancestor may have used different names or variations of their name throughout their life.

Using the Information
When you have located your ancestor’s record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. Save a copy of the image or transcribe the information. These pieces of information may give you new biographical details. Add this new information to your records of each family. You should also look for leads to other records about your ancestors. For example use the birth date and place to search civil registration and church records for a birth record.

Tips to Keep in Mind

 * Continue to search the index and records to identify other relatives.
 * When looking for a person who had a common name, look at all the entries for the name before deciding which is correct.
 * You may need to compare the information of more than one person to determine which person is your ancestor.

Unable to Find Your Ancestor?

 * Look for variant spellings of the names. You should also look for alias names, nicknames and abbreviated names.
 * Look for an index. Local genealogical and historical societies often have indexes to local records.
 * A boundary change could have occurred and the record of your ancestor is now in a neighboring locality.

Known Issues with This Collection
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Related Websites
Germany - Records of Birthday, Marriages and Deaths

Related Wiki Articles
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Citations for This Collection
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