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Cemeteries in McPherson County, SD

McPherson County, South Dakota has 42 cemeteries in our directory, listed under 4 nearby cities and towns. The most listings are near Leola (22), Mound City (12) and Ipswich (4). Among them are 9 church cemeteries (21%), 6 Lutheran cemeteries (14%) and 1 Baptist cemetery (2%).

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All cemeteries in McPherson County

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Frequently asked questions

How many cemeteries are in McPherson County?

We list 42 cemeteries in McPherson County, South Dakota. 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 McPherson County kept?

Death certificates are held by the South Dakota 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 McPherson County?

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

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