Canada, Saskatchewan Cemetery Transcripts - FamilySearch Historical Records

What is in This Collection?
These records include transcripts of tombstones from various cemeteries. This collection includes records from 1850-1994. Series 1, 2, and 3 were compiled by the Saskatchewan Genealogical Society. The series contain a card file of transcriptions of Saskatchewan cemeteries. The number listed by the personal name on a card refers to the number assigned the cemetery in the list of cemeteries arranged within their rural municipalities. Series 1 was created in 1983 and continued on until 1984. Series 2 was created between October 1985 and December 1987 and is a continuation of series 1. Series 3 is a second continuation. Names are not repeated between series.

What Can These Records Tell Me?
The following information may be found in these records: • 2

How Do I Search This Collection?
Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:
 * The name of your ancestor
 * The name of a relative or date of the event

How Do I Analyze the Results?
Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?

 * Add any new information to your records
 * If available, check the image for additional information
 * Analyze the entry to see if it provides additional clues to find other records of the person or their family
 * Church Records often were kept years before government records were required and are a good source for finding ancestors before 1900

I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now?

 * If your ancestor does not have a common name, collect entries for every person who has the same surname. This can help you find possible relatives
 * Search the records of nearby areas
 * Check for other names. An individual might appear under an unexpected name for a variety of reasons:
 * They might have been listed under a middle name, nickname, or abbreviation of their given name
 * A woman may have returned to her maiden name after the death of her husband

Research Helps
The following articles will help you research your family in Saskatchewan.
 * Record Finder

Other FamilySearch Collections
These collections may have additional materials to help you with your research.

FamilySearch Catalog

 * Laura M. Hanowski, ed. Tracing your Saskatchewan ancestors : a guide to the records and how to use them Regina, Saskatchewan : Saskatchewan Genealogical Society, 2003 FS Library 971.24 D27t 2003
 * Bulletin (Saskatchewan Genealogical Society) : the journal of the Saskatchewan Genealogical Society, Inc.Regina, Saskatchewan : Saskatchewan Genealogical Society, 1970- FS Library 971.24 B2sa
 * A List of cemetery locations around the province of Saskatchewan. Regina, Saskatchewan : Saskatchewan Genealogical Society, c1999. FS Library 971.24 V34L
 * Saskatchewan cemetery project, series 1
 * Saskatchewan cemetery project, series 2
 * Saskatchewan cemetery project, series 3

FamilySearch Historical Records

 * Canada, Saskatchewan Catholic Church Records, 1846-1957
 * Canada, Saskatchewan Judicial District Court Records, 1891-1954
 * Canada, Saskatchewan Probate Estate Files, 1887-1931
 * Canada, Saskatchewan Provincial Records, 1879-1987

FamilySearch Digital Library

 * Norman Fergus Black. History of Saskatchewan and the old North West. volume 2. Regina, Saskatchewan : North West Historical, c1913

Citing this Collection
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