Some contacts do not result in formal action.
Records consist of index cards or information sheets, or an electronic index.
Death Certificates Series provides a record of the death of a veteran and is used to help determine eligibility of heirs and dependents for veterans benefits and to provide copies to heirs and dependents and for reference. Records include copies of death certificates which show deceased name, certificate number, date of birth, date and location of death, cause of death, and certifying signatures. Records may be kept separately or in Veterans Case Files. Records consist of DD 214 forms and a manual or electronic index. Information includes name, service dates, branch, military history, service number, birth date, Social Security Number, discharge terms, and related information.