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Hilary

Hilary Report 16 Oct 2007 22:01

I tried to trace my father some years and have reason to believe he died in Jersey. Can anyone tell me how I can find out any further information or perhaps where to look next.
Many thanks.

Patricia

Patricia Report 16 Oct 2007 22:20

The Jersey Archieves has indexes of all parishes, these are arranged by year & then name, this gives a references - which can then be used by the Superintendant Registrar to obtain a certificate.

Jersey Archive, Clarence Road, St Helier, JE2 4JY
Reception: +44 (0)1534 833300
Reader Enquiries: +44 (0)1534 833333
Fax: +44 (0)1534 833301
Opening Hours: 9am to 1pm, 2pm to 5pm Tuesday to Thursday.

The Archive is closed between 1pm and 2pm.

The Superintendent Registrar, 10 Royal Square, St. Helier, Jersey JE2 4WA.
Telephone (01534) 502335. Office Hours 9.30 a.m.to 12.30 p.m.

However, if you plan a trip you can look at the registers for free and copy the details.

There is nothing online or available on the main land

Hope this helps

Hilary

Hilary Report 22 Oct 2007 14:33

Many thanks for your reply. I will certainly give this a try. Fingers crossed.