New York Social Security Death Index
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A quick way to find your ancestors is to search the New York Social Security Death Index. The Social Security Death Index contains names, birth dates, death dates, Social Security numbers, and other useful information for more than 90 million people.
The New York Social Security Death Index is one of the largest and most useful databases available. The New York Social Security Death Index works best for finding information about individuals who died in the mid-1960s or later. The New York 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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New York Genealogical Resources
- New York State Archives: The New York State Archives is a valuable resource for genealogical research in the state. They house a wide range of records, including vital records, court records, land records, military records, naturalization records, and more. Their website provides access to online collections, research guides, and information on visiting the archives: New York State Archives
- New York Public Library Genealogy Division: The New York Public Library’s Genealogy Division has an extensive collection of genealogical resources, including books, manuscripts, maps, newspapers, and more. They offer online databases and resources for genealogical research, as well as access to in-person research facilities: New York Public Library Genealogy Division
- New York City Municipal Archives: The New York City Municipal Archives holds a wealth of genealogical records for individuals with roots in New York City. They house birth, marriage, and death records, as well as city directories, census records, and more. Visit their website for information on accessing their collections: New York City Municipal Archives
- Italian Genealogical Group (IGG): If you have Italian ancestry in New York, the Italian Genealogical Group is an excellent resource. They specialize in Italian genealogy research and offer access to online databases, resources, and assistance from experienced researchers. Explore their website for more information: Italian Genealogical Group
- FamilySearch: FamilySearch is a free genealogy website provided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They offer a wide range of records and resources for New York, including vital records, census records, probate records, church records, and more. You can search their New York collections here: FamilySearch – New York
These resources should help you get started with your genealogy research in New York. Be sure to explore these websites, archives, and organizations to uncover valuable information about your New York ancestors.
New York Genealogical Resources and Databases available at Ancestry.com
Hamilton College, New York Graduates, 1879
Ballston Spa, New York Directory, 1924
New York State Database
Ilion, New York Baptists, 1895 and 1923
New York Teachers Association Members, 1888
New York City, Lutheran Church Records, 1834-54
Rensselaer County, New York Records, 1908
Staten Island, New York Church Records, 1749-1828
Chenango County, New York Directory, 1902
New York City Wills, 1780-82
Schoharie County, New York Directory, 1899
New York City Wills, 1706-90
New York Births and Baptisms, Southeast Region, 1660-1916
Scandinavian Immigrants in New York, 1630-74
New York Census, 1790-1890
New York City Wills, 1754-60
Utica, New York Directories, 1887-91
Ithaca, New York Directories, 1888-91
Kingston, New York Directories, 1888-89, 1891-92
Newburgh, New York Directories, 1889-92
Orleans County, New York Directory, 1894
Amsterdam, New York Directories, 1887-90
New York City Immigrants (Austria, Galicia, Poland), 1890
New York Politicians and Postmasters, 1898
Rome, New York Directories, 1887-92
Saratoga Springs, New York Directories, 1888-92
Albany, New York State Census, 1915
Cayuga County, New York Directory, 1867-68
New York Baptist Annual, 1921
New York City Wills, 1730-44
New York City Police Census, 1890
New York City Wills, 1744-58
Troy, New York City Directory, 1890
Madison County, New York Directories, 1922
Herkimer and Otsego Counties, New York Directories, 1917
New York Farm Directory, 1914: Yates, Schuyler, Tompkins & Seneca Counties
Albany, New York Church Records, 1683-1700
Schoharie County, New York Directory, 1872
Steuben County, New York Directory, 1891
Elmira, New York Directories, 1889-93
William Darby, Trip from New York to Detroit, 1818
New York City Deaths, 1814-16
Oneida, New York Directories, 1887-88, 1890
Oswego, New York Directories, 1888, 1890-93
Gloversville, New York Directories, 1890-93
New York, Holland Society Yearbook, 1913
Dutchess County, New York Quaker Records
Mt. Vernon, New York Directories, 1889-91
Staten Island, New York Directory, 1886
New York Times, Obituaries & Marriage Notices, 1889
New York, Holland Society Yearbook, 1915
Brooklyn, New York Directories, 1888-1890
New York Holland Society, Yearbook 1902
Wawarsing, New York Reformed Dutch Church Records
New York City Wills, 1760-66
New York City Wills, 1766-71
New York City Wills, 1771-76
New York City Wills, 1777-83
Syracuse, New York Directories, 1887-1890
New York, Holland Society Yearbook, 1906
Rochester, New York Directory, 1888-91
Saratoga County, New York Wills, 1796-1805
French’s Gazetteer of New York
Encyclopedia of American Quaker Genealogy, Vol. 3 (New York)
Otsego County, New York Directory, 1908
Binghamton, New York Directories, 1888-90
New York City, Public School Teacher Retirement List, 1895 – 1915
New York Chinese Exclusion Index
New York, Family Bible Records, 1581-1917
Poughkeepsie, New York Directories, 1890-97
Independent (New York City) Ministerial Register, 1892-95
New York Naturalization Petition Index, 1907-24
New York City Directory, 1786
Rensselaerswyck, New York Settlers, 1630-58
New York Naturalization Petition Index 1907-24
New York City Wills, 1665-1707
New York City Wills, 1708-28
Hudson, New York Directories, 1887-91
New York Births and Baptisms, Eastern Region, 1660-1916
Saratoga County, New York, Cemetery Records, Volume I
New York City & Brooklyn: 1866
New York Federal Census, 1790
Saint Lawrence County, New York Directory 1890
New York Supreme Court Plaintiffs, 1824-1911
New York City Births, 1891-1902
Glen Falls, New York Directories, 1888, 1890, 1891-92
Buffalo, Erie County, New York Directory, 1832
Chappaqua, Westchester County, New York Quaker Records
Watertown, New York Directories, 1888-92
New York Civil War Records (1861-65)
Affiliate – New York Map Collection
