Kentucky New Era (Hopkinsville, Kentucky) Newspaper Obituaries (1997 - Current)
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Explore Kentucky New Era Obituary Archives
The Kentucky New Era obituaries are an excellent resource for uncovering long-lost relatives in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. Knowing how to search these obituaries effectively connects you with a rich collection of historical records from across the U.S., all available in our easy-to-use online database.
Why Explore Kentucky New Era Obituaries?
- Discover the full story of your family tree.
- Find relatives you didn’t know you had.
- Learn about the lives of family members from the past.
- Access a collection of over 13,000 newspapers spanning 330 years of U.S. history.
How to Search Kentucky New Era Obituary Archives
Simply enter your relative’s last name and click “Search.” This is a great starting point to explore your family’s genealogical history.
For a more specific search, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Begin with your relative’s first and last name. Include the middle name for a better result.
- Step 2: Add key details like a place or school related to your relative.
- Step 3: Exclude certain places to narrow down results.
- Step 4: Use specific dates to refine your search.
- Step 5: Organize results by oldest, newest, or best matches.
Helpful Search Tips:
- Start with recent family records to trace older ones.
- Use initials for searches, as many older obituaries used them instead of full names.
- When searching for female relatives, try using the husband’s name.
- Consider different spellings, as older records often contained mistakes.
Additional Resources to Explore:
- U.S. Newspaper Archives
- Vital Records (Birth, Marriage, Death)
- Passenger Lists
- Government Publications
- Social Security Death Index
- Cultural heritage archives for African-American, Hispanic, Irish, Native American, German-American, Italian, and Jewish-American communities.
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