Barbara, I'm not sure what the "death Index" is that you refer to but I think you might get more info from the social security application. Since you found him on the SSDI you have his SS number which will save you a few dollars. Good luck, Kay > HI all > I have found a Death Index entry and Social Security death index entry for > a relative. As so few of my lot went to the US, I wondered which of these > would give me the most information. I have a brother inlaw who can get me > the original entries, but I don't want to waste his time [and money] > getting the wrong one! > > Thanks > Barbara >