Kentucky New Era (Hopkinsville, Kentucky) Newspaper Obituaries (1997 - Current)

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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