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Philadelphia Inquirer Obituaries in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The Philadelphia Inquirer obituary is a great resource to help you get started with discovering your roots in Pennsylvania.

Why you might want to explore the Philadelphia Inquirer's local obituaries:

  • You can find out more about different family members.
  • You might connect with family you didn’t know about.
  • You can learn interesting stories about where you come from.
  • Our online records let you see nearly 150 years of local history.

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How to Search the Philadelphia Inquirer Obituary Archives

Simply type in the last name of the family member you're researching and press “Search.” This is a great way to start digging deeper into your family’s past.

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