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How To Find An Obituary For A Specific Person?

Some of us, particularly newspaper readers, have seen a death notice of someone with brief information provided below the title that shows a death announcement; this is known as an obituary.

Finding an ancestor’s obituary is not challenging in this modern world, thanks to technology that enables users to access an ancient record with a single click. An obituary is published in newspapers—online and in print—to openly announce the death of a loved one. Some websites also retain a record of obituaries.
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Maggie Smith, ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Downton Abbey’ actor, dies at 89

The Oscar-winning actor, known for her roles as Violet Crawley...
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Dorothy Lorraine Ritchart

Dorothy Lorraine Ritchart Cedar Rapids Dorothy Lorraine Ritchart, 91, died...
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Jacqueline “Jackie” Kay Peterson

Newhall Jacqueline "Jackie" Kay Peterson, 83, died Wednesday, Sept. 25,...
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Woon Lyloc (Lee)

Woon Lyloc (Lee) Cedar Rapids Woon Lyloc (Lee) was born...
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WIllow Ann Morris

Vinton WIllow Ann Morris, 20 months, died Sunday, Sept. 22,...
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Michael Henry Minor

Michael Henry Minor Marshalltown Michael Henry Minor, 62, of Marshalltown,...
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Peggy J (Dollmeyer) Roberts

Peggy J (Dollmeyer) Roberts Cedar Rapids Peggy J (Dollmeyer) Roberts...
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Lois Winegarden

Lois Winegarden Deep River Lois Winegarden, 86 of Deep River,...
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Devin Woods

Devin Woods Marion Devin Woods, 18, of Marion, Iowa, passed...
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