* **Name Search:** You can search for a listing using either a partial or a full name. This is helpful if you are unsure of the exact spelling of a last name or only know a portion of the individual's name. * **Browse by Month:** If you know the approximate time of death or when the services took place, you can browse the listings chronologically by month. * **Filter by Last Name:** You can filter the directory by selecting the first letter of the individual's last name. This quickly narrows the list to only those names starting with that letter. ## Information Needed Before You Begin To make your search as efficient as possible, it is helpful to gather a few key details before you start browsing the directory. Having this information on hand will help you use the search filters more effectively: * **The spelling of the name:** Even a partial name can help, but knowing the exact spelling of the first and last name will yield the quickest results. * **The approximate date of death:** Knowing the month of passing will allow you to use the monthly browsing feature if the name search does not immediately return the correct listing. * **Alternative names:** If you cannot find the listing under a married name, try searching for a maiden name or a known nickname.
## Information Available on Individual Obituary Pages Once you locate the correct listing and click on the individual's profile, you will find a dedicated page containing several key details. The information provided on these individual pages typically includes: * **The Obituary:** A written tribute detailing the life, achievements, and family members of the deceased. * **Service Information:** Specific details regarding the dates, times, and locations of visitations, funerals, or memorial services. * **Tribute Options:** Features that allow visitors to leave condolences, share memories, or post messages for the family. * **Flower Links:** Direct links to order flowers or send floral arrangements to the family or the service location. ## Limitations and Finding Older Records
While the online directory is a convenient tool, it is important to keep in mind that the availability of older records is not guaranteed. Online archives may only go back a certain number of years, or older listings may not have been digitized. If you are searching for an older record and cannot find it using the online search tools, you may need to contact the chapel directly to inquire about their historical archives. When contacting the chapel, it is helpful to have as much information as possible, such as the person's full name, approximate date of death, and year of birth, to assist staff in locating the record.
