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Cemeteries in Franklin County, AL

Franklin County, Alabama has 147 cemeteries in our directory, listed under 6 nearby cities and towns. The most listings are near Russellville (70), Phil Campbell (33) and Red Bay (28). Among them are 2 municipal cemeteries (1%), 1 memorial park (1%) and 1 church cemetery (1%).

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Frequently asked questions

How many cemeteries are in Franklin County?

We list 147 cemeteries in Franklin County, Alabama. Small family burial grounds recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey are included, so the count is higher than the number of cemeteries with an office or staff.

Where are burial records for Franklin County kept?

Death certificates are held by the Alabama vital records office and often the county clerk or health department. Individual cemeteries keep their own interment records; church cemeteries may keep them at the parish office. County historical and genealogical societies often have transcriptions of older cemeteries.

Can I visit family cemeteries in Franklin County?

Many family cemeteries sit on private land. Ask the landowner before visiting. Alabama law may give descendants a right of reasonable access, but the rules and process vary by state.

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