Potters field records may have been destroyed by fire but a death record should still be available from NYC. Thank you for the "heads up on this article." I too searched for a close relative who was buried in 1962 on Hart island. When I called I was told about the fire and loss of records. It is a pity the records were not recorded elsewhere. ************** Create a Home Theater Like the Pros. Watch the video on AOL Home. (http://home.aol.com/diy/home-improvement-eric-stromer?video=15& ncid=aolhom00030000000001)