Indexes are located in major Michigan libraries. Records begin at the formation of the county and are found in the Probate Court where the event occurred. Available from the county where the land was owned. Records may be maintained by the Register of Deeds. Tax Records Taxes were paid on property owned on a yearly basis.
Records are available from the time of the county's formation.
Indexes of Michigan Civil War soldiers are available at most major Michigan libraries. Church Records Church records often contain birth, death, marriage, and funeral information of their membership. Cemetery Records Actual records of church, city or township sextons. The Library of Michigan published the Michigan Cemetery Atlas and the Michigan Cemetery Source Book . Burial and Transport Permits Found in village, city, and township halls or county health departments.