You can find obituary information for an individual through the library catalog. Start by searching the Marmot catalog.
From the dropdown menu, which states, "Mesa County Libraries", select "Genealogy Records." This link features a screenshot with more details.
To search, you can choose name or keyword. The initial screen displays matching names with birth and death date information. If you click on the person's name, you will see the information you need (such as a date and page number of the original obituary) to retrieve the obituary from the Daily Sentinel's microfilm. Access this webpage to let us know if you would like a demonstration.
Microfilm readers are located just outside of Rashleigh Regional History Room entrance at the Central Library. There, you can find two dedicated computers with auto microfilm readers.
The Daily Sentinel is available on microfilm from November 20, 1893 to December 31, 2010 with the exception of the following.
- January 1950 through March 1950
- February 1981
- January 1993
Daily Sentinel issues from January 2010 through March 2025 are available in PDF format on the microfilm computers in the lower level at the Central Library.
The Mesa County Genealogical Society offers one-on-one genealogy research help on during the Genealogy Research Help sessions, which typically take place on first Friday of each month with the exception of July, 2025. Registration is required.
Our database, HeritageQuest Online, features census data, digitized family and local history books, genealogical and local history periodicals, Revolutionary War Pension and Bounty Land Warrant Application Files, and the Freedman's Bank Records.
This link provides guidance on how to use HeritageQuest Online.
Our database, Ancestry Library Edition is for in-library use only.
Our database, MyHeritage includes billions of historical documents from over 48 countries, millions of historical photos, public records, indexes, and additional resources.
Mesa County Libraries offer in-library access to FamilySearch, which can be used to search for ancestors and access research advice.
Access Geni, a free, social-networking, collaborative organizational site to let family members anywhere contribute to the family tree.
Access USGenWeb for genealogy sources, information, and research tips provided by a nation-wide volunteer network.
Use WorldGenWeb for international genealogical and historical records.
Access Roots Web to find links to free websites and databases.
Use Cyndi's List for over 270,000 genealogy sites, with articles, tips, records, and more.
Linkpendium features links to genealogy information by state.
Find Vital Records, provided by the National Center for Health Statistics, for guidance on where to request vital records.
Access National Archives to learn what resources the Archives have and how to get them. Browse other tips, hints, tutorials, and research advice, as well.
Use the County Clerks website to access a directory of every county clerk's office in the United States. There are over 3,000 county clerks offices that this site has contact information for. Find a county clerk in your state today and get access to the information that you are looking for.
Access Native American Genealogy for resources on researching Native America lineage.
This webpage to Book a Librarian at Mesa County Libraries provides library cardholders individualized 30-minute appointments for help with business, genealogy, health, local history, technology, book and author questions, and more.
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