Have you ever wondered who was there to honour your ancestors in their final moments? The Guernsey cemetery registers are invaluable treasures for family historians, recording not only the date and age of death but also the names of next of kin and those who purchased the land. These details bring rich context to the lives and relationships of our forebears.
Have you ever wondered who was there to honour your ancestors in their final moments? The Guernsey cemetery registers are invaluable treasures for family historians, recording not only the date and age of death but also the names of next of kin and those who purchased the land. These details bring rich context to the lives and relationships of our forebears.
With every result, you will find the original image of the cemetery register as well as a transcript of the vital details. The amount of information in each transcript can vary depending on the age and format of the register. Most transcripts will contain a combination of the following facts:
You have the option to view the original register containing the name of your ancestor. The original documents can often reveal even more details such as:
Findmypast has digitised registers from the following cemeteries:
Candie Cemetery– located in St Peter Port, the principal town of Guernsey. First burial was 6 August 1831. In 1831, one half of the population of Guernsey were living in St Peter Port. It was critical to have a burial ground. The cemetery supported a wide social stratification from prominent families including the Careys, Tuppers, Saumarez, and Brocks to parish paupers and unmarked graves. Funding for the cemetery was provided by levying a tax on rateable property by parish administration.
Foulon - Opened in 1858, Le Foulon Cemetery is located about a mile west of the town center. It serves as the final resting place for many, including 36 identified casualties from the First and Second World Wars.
Brother’s Cemetery (or Le Cimetiere des Freres ) - Located in the parish of St Peter Port, the cemetery was established in the mid-17th century. It served as a parish cemetery with the earliest recorded headstones dating back to 1719. The cemetery remained active until its last known burial in 1951. Among the notable interments are members of the Le Pelley family, including Colonel Ernest Le Mesurier Le Pelley (1832–1910) and his daughter, Fanny Ernestine Le Pelley (1866–1900). The Le Pelley family played a significant role in Guernsey's history, particularly in relation to the Fief of Sark. Today, the Brothers' Cemetery stands as a testament to Guernsey's rich heritage, offering visitors a glimpse into the island's past through its preserved headstones and tranquil surroundings.
In partnership with Bailiwick of Guernsey Digitisation Partnership this landmark digitisation project brings millions of searchable records online, only at Findmypast.