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    Death certificate of Patrick Dewaere. Paris, 1982.

    Death records in France are official documents that provide essential information about a person’s death, including the date, place, and cause of death, as well as personal details like age and occupation. These records are vital for genealogy research as they help trace family lineage, confirm relationships, and establish timelines. They often reveal insights into historical contexts, migration patterns, and demographic trends. Accessing death records can uncover lost branches of a family tree and provide a deeper understanding of ancestors’ lives, making them a crucial resource for anyone researching their heritage.


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    Collections available in FranceCollections available in France

    France, Church Burials and Civil Deaths
    149,162,816 records available
    France Deaths
    27,640,901 records available
    France, Nord Civil Deaths, 1820-1935
    6,860,945 records available
    France, Daily Burial Registers of Parisian Cemeteries
    6,755,342 records available
    France, Index of Obituaries and Funeral Notices
    5,639,021 records available
    France, Val-de-Marne, Civil Deaths
    1,171,403 records available
    France, Coutances and Avranches Diocese, Catholic Parish Burials
    515,666 records available
    France, Protestant Church Deaths
    49,841 records available

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    Maor Malul. (2024, September 25). *France death records index*. MyHeritage Wiki. https://www.myheritage.com/wiki/France_death_records_index