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Texas Social Security Death Index

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A quick way to find your ancestors is to search the Texas 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 Texas Social Security Death Index is one of the largest and most useful databases available. The Texas Social Security Death Index works best for finding information about individuals who died in the mid-1960s or later. The Texas 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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Texas Genealogical Resources

  1. Texas State Library and Archives Commission: The Texas State Library and Archives Commission is a valuable resource for genealogical research in the state. They maintain a wide range of records, including vital records, census records, land records, probate records, military records, and more. Their website provides access to online databases, research guides, and information on requesting records: Texas State Library and Archives Commission
  2. Texas General Land Office: The Texas General Land Office holds extensive land records that can be valuable for genealogy research. They have online tools and resources for accessing land grant records, maps, surveys, and other land-related documents: Texas General Land Office
  3. Texas State Historical Association: The Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) offers resources for genealogical research, including online databases, publications, and research guides. Their website provides access to various resources and information on Texas history: Texas State Historical Association
  4. FamilySearch: FamilySearch is a free genealogy website provided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They have a significant collection of Texas records, including vital records, census records, land records, probate records, and more. You can search their Texas collections here: FamilySearch – Texas
  5. Texas State Genealogical Society: The Texas State Genealogical Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and supporting genealogical research in the state. They offer resources, publications, educational programs, and access to their library. Their website provides information on membership, publications, and research assistance: Texas State Genealogical Society

These resources should help you get started with your genealogy research in Texas. Be sure to explore these websites, archives, societies, and databases to uncover valuable information about your Texas ancestors.

Texas Genealogical Resources and Databases available at Ancestry.com

Texas Deaths, 1964-98
Ellis Cty, Texas WWI Vets
Texas Marriages to 1850
Texas Census, 1820-90
Gregg County, Texas Census, 1910
Dallas, Texas Directory, 1889-94
Austin, Texas Directory, 1887-92
Texas Land Title Abstracts
Houston, Texas City Directory, 1917
Galveston, Texas City Directories, 1888-91
Houston, Texas Directories, 1882-95
Dawson, Deaf Smith, Denton and Martin, Texas Census, 1900
Gregg County, Texas Census, 1920
Johnson County, Texas, Marriages, 1854-72
Waco, Texas Directory, 1890
Gregg County, Texas Census, 1900
Texas Marriages
Texas State Database
Texas: 1866
San Antonio, Texas City Directories, 1891-94
Johnson County, Texas, Cemetery Inscriptions

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