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How do I find an obituary in New Jersey?

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Rachel Hickman

Published Feb 19, 2026

How do I find an obituary in New Jersey?

These could be grouped into three categories: state and local authorities, public libraries and historical societies, and online databases. The relevant state and local authorities can be accessed from NJ.gov and include the Department of Health, which keeps death certificates from 1914 to date, and the State Archives.

How do I find old obituaries in Maine?

You can access both the State Archives and the DHS at Maine.gov. Death records become public only 25 years after issuance, so for a death certificate issued less than 25 years ago you will need to provide proof of ‘direct and tangible interest’, most commonly a direct family relation.

Who died in Wallington NJ?

NJ coronavirus claims life of former Wallington fire chief and ‘sweetest guy in the world’ WALLINGTON — Former fire chief David Pinto died from complications from the coronavirus Sunday night. The 70-year-old was also an EMT and a former school board trustee.

Are New Jersey death records public?

In New Jersey, the State Bureau of Vital Statistics and Registration manages death records from 1878 to present. Certified copies of these records are only available to the registrant or family members, and proof of relationship is required. However non-certified copies are available to the general public.

Do all deaths have an obituary?

1. It is not legally required. You don’t have to have an obituary for yourself when you die, and you don’t have to write one for your deceased loved one. You might be able to use a copy of the death certificate or funeral program as proof instead.

Do all deaths get obituary?

Short answer. It is not a legal requirement to publish an obituary in a newspaper in order to announce a death. However, a death certificate must be filed with the state’s office of vital statistics when someone dies.

Are marriage records public in Maine?

Are Maine Marriage Records Public Information? By law, Maine marriage records become public information 50 years after the marriage license was issued.