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Cemeteries in Putnam County, MO

Putnam County, Missouri has 51 cemeteries in our directory, listed under 4 nearby cities and towns. The most listings are near Unionville (25), Terre Haute (12) and Lancaster (11). Among them are 2 church cemeteries (4%) and 1 Baptist cemetery (2%).

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All cemeteries in Putnam County

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Frequently asked questions

How many cemeteries are in Putnam County?

We list 51 cemeteries in Putnam County, Missouri. 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 Putnam County kept?

Death certificates are held by the Missouri 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 Putnam County?

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

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