For those of you researching in Illinois, I just saw this message on the Illinois mailing list: Roger Cramer Peoria, AZ >>Did you know that you can get free uncertified death certificates from the state of IL from 1916-1949 by emailing secryan@ccgate.sos.state.il.us Just send the person's name and if you know the approximate date and county via email with your address and they will send the information within 3 weeks for free.<<