Montgomery Obituary Search
Montgomery obituary records are available through the Montgomery Advertiser, local funeral homes, and the Montgomery City-County Public Library. As the state capital with nearly 196,000 residents, Montgomery has excellent resources for finding death notices. The Montgomery Advertiser has published obituaries since 1858, and its archives are available through Newspapers.com. The Alabama Department of Archives and History is also located here, making Montgomery a good place for statewide genealogy research. Current obituaries appear on Legacy.com daily. Local funeral homes post recent death notices on their websites.
Montgomery Quick Facts
Montgomery County Probate Court
Montgomery residents file vital records through the Montgomery County Probate Court. The probate office handles death certificates, wills, estate files, and marriage records. These can help you verify death dates and find family connections.
The Montgomery County Probate Court is at the Courthouse Annex III downtown. Judge J.C. Love, III oversees the court. Staff can help you access probate files and estate records.
| Address | 101 South Lawrence Street, Montgomery, AL 36101 |
|---|---|
| Mailing | P.O. Box 223, Montgomery, AL 36101 |
| Phone | 334-832-1241 |
| License Office | 334-832-1298 |
| probate@mc-ala.org | |
| Hours | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Website | montgomeryprobatecourtal.gov |
The Montgomery County Archives holds extensive historical records. This includes divorces from 1867-1960, marriages from 1817-1970, wills from 1817-1949, and probate cases from 1817-1990.
Montgomery Newspapers with Obituaries
The Montgomery Advertiser is the main newspaper for obituaries in the capital region. It has published since 1828 and has one of the longest running archives in Alabama. Historical papers are available through Newspapers.com.
To submit an obituary to the Montgomery Advertiser, call 800-917-9207 or email gannettobits@obituaries.com. Current obituaries appear on Legacy.com at legacy.com/obituaries/montgomeryadvertiser.
The Montgomery Advertiser archives at Newspapers.com go back to 1858. This makes it one of the best sources for historical obituaries in central Alabama. A subscription is required, but many libraries offer free access.
Montgomery Library and Archives
Montgomery City-County Public Library offers genealogy databases and local history resources. The library provides access to Ancestry.com and Newspapers.com for patrons.
| Address | 245 High Street, Montgomery, AL 36104 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 334-625-4999 |
| reference@mccpl.lib.al.us | |
| Website | mccpl.lib.al.us |
The Alabama Department of Archives and History is also in Montgomery. This state archive has records from all 67 Alabama counties. It's a valuable resource for statewide obituary research.
The Montgomery County Genealogical Society publishes the MGS Quarterly and can help with local research. Contact them at P.O. Box 230194, Montgomery, AL 36123-0194.
Montgomery Funeral Homes
Funeral homes in Montgomery post obituaries on their websites. If you know which one handled services, check their site first. Many keep archives going back several years.
- Magnolia Cremations & Funeral Services - 901 South McDonough Street, Montgomery, AL 36104 | magnoliacremation.com
- Southern Memorial Funeral Home - 3154 Highland Avenue, Montgomery, AL 36107 | Phone: 334-271-4404 | southernmemorialfuneral.com
- Lewis-Robusky Mortuary - 3402 Doris Circle, Montgomery, AL 36105 | Phone: 334-356-1923 | lewisrobuskymortuary.com
- Ross-Clayton Funeral Home - Montgomery, AL
- Jackson Professional Funeral Services - 3795 Eastern Blvd, Montgomery, AL 36116 | Phone: 334-647-1803 | jacksonprofessionalfs.com
Dignity Memorial operates locations in the Montgomery area. Their website at dignitymemorial.com has a searchable obituary archive.
How to Find Montgomery Obituaries
For recent obituaries, start with Legacy.com. Search by name and filter to Montgomery. Most obituaries from the past few years are available.
For older obituaries, the Montgomery Advertiser archives at Newspapers.com go back to 1858. A subscription is required, but the Montgomery City-County Public Library offers free access.
Other search strategies:
- Check funeral home websites if you know which one was used
- Visit the Alabama Department of Archives and History for statewide records
- Search Find a Grave for burial records
- Contact the Montgomery County Archives for historical probate files
For death certificates, contact Montgomery County Probate Court or the Alabama Department of Public Health. The fee is $15 for a search and first copy. Under Alabama Code Section 22-9A-21, certificates less than 25 years old have access restrictions.
Legal Help in Montgomery
If you need assistance with estate matters, probate, or obtaining records, several organizations can help:
- Legal Services Alabama - Montgomery Office - Free legal help for qualifying residents
- Central Intake Line: 1-866-456-4995
- Alabama Access to Justice Commission: alabamalegalhelp.org
Legal Services Alabama handles probate matters, record access, and civil legal issues. Call the intake line to check if you qualify for free services.
Nearby Cities
Montgomery is the only qualifying city in Montgomery County. The nearest large cities are in other parts of the state.
Birmingham is about 90 miles north. Auburn is roughly 55 miles east. Dothan is around 100 miles southeast in the Wiregrass region.
Montgomery County Resources
For complete information about obituary records in Montgomery County, including all cities and communities, visit our county page.
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