Search Ireland, Memorials of the Dead

When you complete a search, you have the option to view a transcription and/or the original image. Each transcript will include the vital details such as:

• Name
• Birth year
• Age
• Year of death
• Parish and county

Always consult the original image when available. Viewing the full publication allows you to see the complete monumental inscription. These inscriptions and memorials are a valuable resource for family historians, often revealing additional relatives to add to your family tree. In some cases, they include details about who commissioned the memorial, indicated by phrases like "erected by."

This collection features transcriptions from the Journal of the Association for the Preservation of the Memorials of the Dead in Ireland, published between 1892 and 1934. Created by volunteers, these journals aimed to record and protect gravestones, tombs, and memorials across Ireland, many of which have since faded, been damaged, or disappeared entirely. The entries capture full monumental inscriptions from graveyards, churches, and burial sites, often including names, dates, family relationships, and even details about who commissioned the memorial.

For family historians, these records are a valuable resource for tracing ancestors and uncovering extended family connections, especially in areas where parish or civil records are limited. The inscriptions can reveal relatives not found elsewhere and offer insights into local heritage and commemorative practices. Always refer to the original image, where available, to see the full inscription as it appeared in the journal.