Colorado Social Security Death Index

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A quick way to find your ancestors is to search the Colorado Social Security Death Index. It contains names, birth dates, death dates, Social Security numbers, and other useful information for more than 90 million people.

The Colorado Social Security Death Index is one of the largest and most useful databases available. The Colorado Social Security Death Index works best for finding information about individuals who died in the mid-1960s or later. The Colorado Social Security Death Index is a compilation of information about deceased persons who filed for and received Social Security numbers, who were paid Social Security benefits at some point in their lives, and whose death was reported to the Social Security Administration (SSA).

The link below will direct you to Ancestry.com’s Social Security Death Index which is generated from the U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.

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Other Genealogy Resources

1. Colorado State Archives: The Colorado State Archives is a valuable resource for genealogists researching Colorado ancestors. They hold a wide range of historical records, including vital records, naturalization records, military records, and more. Their website provides access to online indexes and guides: Colorado State Archives
2. Denver Public Library – Western History and Genealogy: The Western History and Genealogy department of the Denver Public Library houses an extensive collection of resources for genealogical research in Colorado and the Western United States. Their collection includes books, manuscripts, photographs, maps, and more. Their website provides access to online databases and research guides: Denver Public Library – Western History and Genealogy
3. Colorado Historic Newspapers Collection: The Colorado Historic Newspapers Collection is a project of the Colorado State Library that provides access to a large collection of digitized historical newspapers from Colorado. It can be a valuable resource for finding obituaries, birth notices, and other genealogical information: Colorado Historic Newspapers Collection
4. Colorado Genealogical Society: The Colorado Genealogical Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting genealogical research in Colorado. They provide resources, educational programs, and access to their library collection. Their website also offers links to additional resources: Colorado Genealogical Society
5. FamilySearch: FamilySearch is a free genealogy website that offers a wealth of records and resources for Colorado genealogy research. It includes vital records, census records, probate records, and more: FamilySearch – Colorado
6. USGenWeb Project – Colorado: The USGenWeb Project has a dedicated page for Colorado, providing free access to genealogical resources, including county-specific information, transcriptions, and databases: USGenWeb – Colorado

These resources should provide a solid starting point for your genealogy research in Colorado. Remember to explore both online databases and local repositories for a comprehensive investigation.

Genealogical Resources and Databases available at Ancestry.com

Colorado Census, 1860-80
Leadville, Colorado City Directories, 1882-90
Denver, Colorado City Directory, 1890
Colorado Soldiers in WWI, 1917-18
Colorado: 1880
Colorado State Database
Affiliate – Colorado Map Collection