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Deseret News (Salt Lake City, Utah) Newspaper Obituaries (1988 - Current)

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Explore your Ancestors’ Past in Utah with Deseret News Obituary Archives

The obituary archives at Deseret News are one of the best places to visit if you want to dig into your family's past or ancestral history in the state of Utah. Having knowledge of these obituaries can prove to be a fantastic gateway to many different archives from all over the country.

Exploring Deseret News local obituaries is beneficial for several reasons. You can:

  • Discover the long-lost branches of your family tree.
  • Connect with distant relatives.
  • Discover your ancestors' lives and family background.

With access to nearly 150 years of local history, our comprehensive records offer a deep dive into the past.

How to Search Deseret News Obituary Archives?

Searching for obituaries in Utah with the Deseret News is pretty easy, whether you are a newcomer to family history or you want to add more details to your family tree.

Start with your ancestor’s last name and click “Search.” So, the name of your relative or ancestor will appear. This is a good place to start for in-depth research.

For more detailed research:

  • Step 1: Enter the full name of your relative, including the middle name if you have it, to get more accurate results.
  • Step 2: Add keywords like the name of a school or hometown to narrow down your search.
  • Step 3: Exclude unrelated terms to avoid irrelevant results.
  • Step 4: Set a range of years, which is useful when dealing with common names.
  • Step 5: Sort your results to see the closest matches or the most recent entries first.

Here are some strategies to help you find the right information:

  • Start with recent ancestors to trace back to older generations.
  • Use initials if full names aren't available.
  • For female relatives, try searching under their husband’s name.
  • Consider common misspellings since older records often have errors.

Other Resources to Explore:

  • US Newspapers Archives
  • Birth, Marriages, and Death Records
  • Passenger Lists
  • Government Publications
  • Social Security Death Index
  • Archives on Various Cultural and Ethnic Heritages

For more tips and inspiration on tracing your family history, check out the GenealogyBank Learning Center.

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