Bullock County Obituary Records Search
Bullock County obituary records can be found through The Union Springs Herald, local funeral homes, and the Bullock County Historical Society. The county was formed in 1866 and has probate records dating back to 1867. The probate court maintains minutes from 1867 to 1950 and estate files from 1866 to 1950. The Alabama Department of Archives and History in Montgomery has additional records for Bullock County research. USGenWeb Archives and Linkpendium both have transcribed obituaries from the county.
Bullock County Quick Facts
Bullock County Probate Court
The Bullock County Probate Court handles estate matters including wills and probate files. The court maintains probate and military records while divorce and land records are held by the County Commissioner. Probate records date back to 1867.
The probate court has extensive historical records including administrators records from 1870 to 1926, appraisement records from 1870 to 1926, guardianship records from 1870 to 1922, and inventory records from 1871 to 1926.
| Address | 217 North Prairie Street, Union Springs, AL 36089 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (334) 738-2280 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday |
Under Alabama Code Section 36-12-40, probate records are public records. Anyone can request copies of wills and estate files. These records may list heirs and family members that can help with genealogy research.
Bullock County Newspapers
The Union Springs Herald is the main newspaper serving Bullock County. It publishes obituaries for Union Springs and the surrounding area.
For older obituaries, USGenWeb Archives has transcribed death notices from historical Bullock County newspapers. Linkpendium also has resources for Bullock County obituary research.
The Alabama Department of Archives and History in Montgomery has microfilm copies of many old Alabama newspapers. They can help if you need to find an obituary from the late 1800s or early 1900s.
GenealogyBank and Newspapers.com may have digitized copies of older Bullock County papers. These require subscriptions but many libraries offer free access.
Bullock County Obituary Resources
The Bullock County Historical Society can help researchers find local obituaries and death records. They are located at PO Box 563, Union Springs, AL 36089.
The Alabama Department of Archives and History in Montgomery is another important resource for Bullock County research. They are located at 624 Washington Avenue, Montgomery, AL 36130-0100, and can be reached at 334-242-4435. They have records for all Alabama counties.
Bullock County Funeral Homes
Local funeral homes in Union Springs and the surrounding area post obituaries on their websites. If you know which funeral home handled services, check their site first as many keep archives going back several years.
Some Bullock County residents may use funeral homes in Montgomery or other nearby cities depending on their preferences and family connections.
Legacy.com collects obituaries from newspapers and funeral homes across Alabama. Search their site for Bullock County death notices at legacy.com.
Dignity Memorial operates locations across Alabama. Their searchable archive at dignitymemorial.com covers all their funeral homes.
Bullock County Historical Records
FamilySearch has free digitized records for Bullock County including probate minutes from 1867 to 1950 and estate files from 1866 to 1950. These records can help you find death dates and family connections.
The county has extensive administrative records including:
- Administrators records from 1870 to 1926
- Appraisement records from 1870 to 1926
- Guardianship records from 1870 to 1922
- Inventory records from 1871 to 1926
USGenWeb Archives maintains transcribed obituaries for Bullock County. This is a free volunteer-run site with records that genealogists have contributed over the years.
Linkpendium has additional Bullock County resources compiled from various sources online.
How to Search Bullock County Obituaries
For recent obituaries in Bullock County, start with The Union Springs Herald and Legacy.com. Most obituaries from the past few years will be found through these sources.
For older obituaries, check FamilySearch and USGenWeb Archives first since they are free. The Bullock County Historical Society can help with records that are not available online.
Find a Grave has burial records for Bullock County cemeteries. This free site can help you find the date of death and burial location, then you can search newspaper archives more effectively.
The probate court at 334-738-2280 can help you locate estate files. These records often list family members and death dates.
Under Alabama Code Section 22-9A-21, death certificates are restricted for 25 years. After that period, anyone can request a copy from the Alabama Department of Public Health for $15.
Cities in Bullock County
Bullock County includes Union Springs (the county seat), Midway, and other smaller communities. Union Springs is the main town and location of the courthouse.
None of the cities in Bullock County meet the 50,000 population threshold for a separate city page. For obituary searches in any Bullock County city, use the county-level resources on this page.
Nearby Counties
Some obituaries may appear in newspapers from neighboring counties. Montgomery newspapers sometimes carry Bullock County obituaries since Montgomery is the nearest large city.
Bullock County is part of the 5th Judicial Circuit along with Chambers, Macon, Randolph, and Tallapoosa Counties. Some court records might overlap between these counties.
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