Pat, Have you tried ordering a death certificate from the Courthouse. Their death records start in 1867. The address is: Monroe County Courthouse 106 East First Street Monroe, MI 48161 Last time I ordered the cost for an uncertified copy was 1.00. It may of changed since then with budget cuts. I think their information is also online or you could call 734 240 7020 Sue _________________________________________________________________ Cheer a special someone with a fun Halloween eCard from American Greetings! Go to http://www.msn.americangreetings.com/index_msn.pd?source=msne134