Find Pike County Obituaries

Pike County obituary records can be found through The Troy Messenger newspaper and local funeral homes. The Probate Court at 120 W Church St in Troy has an online record search system and maintains estate files dating back to 1830. The Troy Public Library holds a collection including probate records, newspapers, census data, and local history materials. FamilySearch has digitized Pike County probate records from 1829-1923. For recent death notices, check Legacy.com or contact funeral homes in the Troy area directly.

Pike County Probate Court

The Pike County Probate Court handles estate administration, wills, and various recorded documents. The court offers an online record search at pikecountypjcourt.com, which can help you find estate-related documents when obituaries are unavailable.

Probate records often list heirs and family members, making them useful for genealogy research. If someone died with property, there is likely a probate file that names relatives.

The Probate Judge has maintained marriage, probate, and land records from 1830. Historical birth records cover 1881-1904, and death records cover 1881-1891 and 1902-1905. Under Alabama Code Title 12, Chapter 13, probate courts have jurisdiction over estate matters statewide.

Pike County Newspapers

The Troy Messenger is the primary newspaper serving Pike County. It publishes local obituaries and has done so for many years. Current obituaries appear online and in print editions.

For historical Pike County obituaries, several sources can help:

• Troy Public Library has newspaper collections
• GenealogyBank has historical Alabama newspapers
• Newspapers.com (subscription required)
• Local library access to Ancestry Library Edition

The Troy Messenger archives may be available through the library or through online newspaper databases. Ask your local library about free access to newspaper archives.

Troy Public Library

The Troy Public Library has genealogy resources that can help with obituary research. Their collection includes probate records, newspapers, census records, military records, local history books, and family histories.

Library staff can help you navigate their collections and may know of additional resources for Pike County research. Some libraries offer free access to Ancestry.com or other genealogy databases.

Pike County Funeral Homes

Funeral homes in the Troy area handle services for Pike County residents. If you know which funeral home was used, contact them directly for obituary copies. Many funeral homes keep records going back many years.

Troy is home to several funeral homes that serve the community. Check their websites for recent obituaries or call to inquire about older records. Even if obituaries are not posted online, funeral homes often have them on file.

For services in nearby communities like Brundidge or Banks, there may be additional funeral homes to contact. Some families also use funeral homes in Montgomery or Dothan for services.

Pike County Historical Society

The Pike County Historical, Genealogical and Preservation Society helps preserve local history. They may have obituary collections or can point you to resources.

Historical societies often have members who have researched local families for years. They may have information not available elsewhere or know where to find specific records.

How to Search Pike County Obituaries

Start with the Pike County Probate Court online record search for estate-related documents. This free tool can help you find probate cases that may contain family information.

For recent obituaries, try Legacy.com. Search by name and filter by Alabama or Pike County specifically. Most obituaries from the past few years are indexed there.

FamilySearch has free Pike County probate records from 1829-1923. Their collection includes estate files, will records, and court minutes. Create a free account to access these digitized records.

The USGenWeb Archives Project has Pike County materials contributed by volunteers. These free resources include transcribed records, obituaries, and other vital records.

Find a Grave can help locate burial information for Pike County cemeteries. Once you know the burial date and location, you can search newspapers from that time period for obituaries.

Death certificates in Alabama are restricted for 25 years per Alabama Code Section 22-9A-21. The Alabama Department of Public Health charges $15 for death certificate copies.

Nearby Counties

Pike County borders several other Alabama counties. Obituaries may have appeared in newspapers from these neighboring areas, especially for people with family connections across county lines.

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