To see the Obituary Index – HERE
Obituaries or death notices have become an invaluable tool in family history research. The type and amount of information they contain varies widely depending on the date, the newspaper, and the subject of the obituary. In general, earlier obituaries contain less data.
Dodge County Historical Society has an extensive collection of obituaries and death notices from 1869 to present. The database currently numbers 19,000+ with more being added. Thelma Givan, Dodge County Historical Society volunteer, is responsible for the Obituary Project.
To obtain a copy of an obituary or death notice (be aware that some records are only death notices)
Send, as found on the index
- Last name, maiden name, first name, birth date, death date, cemetery, and page.
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With a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:
- Thelma Givan
- Dodge County Obituary Project
- 608 7 ½ St Circle Northwest
- Kasson, MN 55944
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Include:
- Email address and/or phone number in case there is a question regarding your order.
- Please allow 3-5 weeks to receive your obituaries.
- Cost is $5.00 per obituary, so please send a check for the total amount made out to: Dodge County Historical Society, Box 456, Mantorville, MN 55955. If you have any questions, please contact Thelma at thelmagivan@kmtel.com
Researchers are always welcome to visit the Dodge County Historical Society in person. Copies of obituaries on site are only $.25 each, since you do the lookup yourself! If more assistance or research is needed, contact Dodge County Historical Society at (507) 635-5508 or dchs@kmtel.com.