Indexes of Burials for San Juan Parish Records

San Juan Burial Indexes, 1747–1908

San Juan Parish Records and burial indexes from 1747 to 1908 are presented here. Fortunately, this collection was a little easier to organize because I followed the same guidelines previously used for the baptism and marriage records. In addition, there was only one index book that covered the years from 1867 to 1892. Although FamilySearch currently lists the records as extending to 1920, that information is incorrect.

Organization of the Burial Books

It was also interesting to discover that the burial books were not separated by race. Furthermore, many of the books created after 1796 already included their own indexes, which made the research process more manageable.

Another important detail is that very few books appear to be missing from the collection. For example, Books 5 through 49 are still extant, with the exception of Book #29, which covered the years 1835 to 1837. Therefore, if my calculations are correct, the surviving records represent approximately 150 years of burial documentation for San Juan.

Why These Records Matter

Moreover, these records provide researchers with an extraordinary opportunity to trace families across multiple generations. As a result, genealogists can often connect individuals through burial entries, parish references, and related sacramental records.

In many cases, the indexes also simplify the process of locating ancestors within the original books. Consequently, this collection stands as one of the most valuable resources for anyone researching families connected to San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Part I. Burial Indexes, 1747–1802

This table covers the years from 1747 to 1802. Fortunately, only Books 13 and 14 contain indexes, which helps simplify portions of the research process.

Condition of the Earlier Records

However, many of the earlier documents are not in the best physical condition. As a result, some entries may be difficult to read because of fading ink, deterioration, staining, or damage caused by age and handling over the centuries.

Nevertheless, these records remain an invaluable resource for researchers tracing families connected to San Juan, Puerto Rico. In addition, they provide important historical insight into the parish community during the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries.

Transcription Help Welcome

Please let me know if anyone decides to transcribe any of these books and would like me to host the completed transcriptions here. By working together, we can continue preserving and improving access to these important historical and genealogical records for future generations.

BOOK	YEAR	IMAGE	INDEX	NOTES
	1747 to 1747	1		Four images. Loose documents.
	1747 to 1755	1		189 images.
5	1762 to 1776	2		202 images.
6	1766 to 1769	1		355 images. A continuation of the above book.
7	1769 to 1777	2		252 images.
8	1777 to 1780	1		272 images.
9	1780 to 1784	1		334 images.
10	1784 to 1790	1		430 images.
111	1790 to 1794	1		271 images.
11.2	1794 to 1794	1		26 images. A continuation of the above book.
12	1794 to 1796	1		393 images.
13	1796 to 1799	1	2	263 images.
14	1799 to 1802	1	1	302 images.

Part II. San Juan Parish Records: Burial Indexes, 1802–1867

Research Value of the Records

Furthermore, the records from this period continue to provide valuable insight into the families and communities connected to San Juan, Puerto Rico. As a result, researchers may be able to trace multiple generations through burial entries and related parish documentation.

In addition, these records often provide clues about family relationships, social status, occupations, and historical events affecting the local population. Consequently, they remain one of the most important resources for studying nineteenth-century San Juan families.

Preservation and Legibility

Nevertheless, some books may still contain faded handwriting, damaged pages, or other preservation issues due to age and long-term use. Therefore, researchers should review the original images carefully and compare entries whenever possible.

Overall, this collection represents an important resource for anyone researching nineteenth-century Puerto Rican families and parish history.

Books 15–24: Early Nineteenth-Century Burial Books

BOOK	YEAR	IMAGE	INDEX	NOTES
15	1802 to 1803	1	1	142 images.
16	1803 to 1805	1	1	197
17	1805 to 1806	1	1	415
18	1807 to 1809	1	2	672
19	1809 to 1810	1	1	212
20	1811 to 1812	1	1	160
21	1812 to 1815	1	1	279 images.
221	1815 to 1818	1	N/A	392 images.
222	1818 to 1818	1	N/A	50 images. A continuation of the above book.
23	1818 to 1820	1	1	267 images.
24	1820 to 1824	1	1	223 images.

Books 25-39: Early Nineteenth-Century Burial Books

BOOK	YEAR	IMAGE	INDEX	NOTES
251	1824 to 1826	1	1	220 images.
252	1826 to 1826	1	1	128 images. A continuation of the above book.
26	1826 to 1828	1	N/A	178 images.
27	1828 to 1831	1	1	444 images.
281	1831 to 1834	1	2	469 images.
282	1834 to 1834	1	2	33 images. A continuation of the above book.
30	1837 to 1840	1	2	294 images.
31	1840 to 1843	1	1	328 images.
341	1849 to 1852	2	1	314 images.
342	1852 to 1852	1	1	40 images. A continuation of the above book.
37	1858 to 1858	1		27 images.
39	1864 to 1867	1	1	334 images.

Part III. San Juan Parish Records: Burial Indexes, 1867–1892

This section focuses on the burial indexes for San Juan Parish Records from 1867 to 1892. More specifically, it includes the index for Books 40, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, and 48, covering the years 1867 to 1884.

Multi-Year Index for Selected Burial Books

This index is the only one that covers multiple years. Therefore, I created this table to help researchers navigate the index more efficiently and locate entries with greater ease.

Books Not Included in This Table

Please note that Book 41 contains its own separate index and, consequently, is not included in this table. Likewise, Book 47 also includes its own index and has been excluded from this compilation.

Special Note About Book 48

Book 48, however, is partially included in this table even though it also contains its own individual index. Nevertheless, I decided to include it here for the sake of continuity and convenience.

Important Navigation Note

In addition, researchers should be aware that the section for the letter “L” continues directly into the index for the letter “R” on Image 62. Therefore, it is important to continue reviewing the following images carefully to avoid overlooking entries.

BOOK	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H	I	J	L	M	N	O	P	Q	R	S	T	V	Z
40-1867 to 1870	3	7	11	18	21	23	26	32	34	36	38	41	48	50	53	57	60	67	71	74	78
42-1874 to 1875	4	8	12	18	21	23	27	32	34	36	38	42	48	50	54	57	61	68	71	74	78
43-1876 to 1877	4	8	13	19	21	24	27	32	34	36	39/62	43	48	51	54	57	62	68	72	75	78
44-1878	5	8	14	19	22	24	28	33	34	36	39	43	49	51	55	57	62	68	72	75	78
45-1882	5	9	15	19	22	25	29	33	34	36	39	44	49	51	55	57	64	69	72	76	78
46-1884	6	9	16	20	22	25	29	33	34	36	39	45	49	51	56	57	65	70	72	76	78
48-1892	6	10	17	20	22	25	30	33	35		40	46	49	52	56	58	66	70	73	77	78

Books 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, and 46 (1867 to 1884)

BOOK	YEAR	IMAGE	INDEX	TABLE	NOTES
40	1867 to 1870	1		A	308 images.
41	1870 to 1873	1	1		251 images.
42	1872 to 1875	1		A	292 images.
43	1876 to 1878	1		A	381 images.
44	1878 to 1882	1		A	319 images.
45	1882 to 1884	1		A	213 images.
46	1884-1889	1		A	343 images.

1889 to 1908

• This table covers the years from 1889 to 1908.
• FamilySearch has been indexing these books. I noticed it for books 47, 48, and 49.

BOOK	YEAR	IMAGE	INDEX	TABLE	NOTES
47	1889 to 1892	1	1		320 Images.
481	1892 to 1894	33	3	A	179 Images.
482	1894 to 1897	1	3	A	168 images. A continuation of the above book.
49	1897 to 1908	32	2		260 images.

Part IV. Burial Indexes: Military Books

This section focuses on the burial indexes found in the military books. In particular, Book #3 reflects soldiers stationed in El Morro from various regiments.

Military Records and El Morro

These records may be especially useful for researchers studying military families, soldiers stationed in San Juan, and individuals connected to El Morro. In addition, they may provide clues about service members who lived, served, or died while assigned to different regiments in Puerto Rico.

Book	Year	Image	Index	Notes
	1804 to 1815	1	N/A	75 images. Military book. 3o del Batallon Regimiento Fixo de Puerto Rico
4	1815 to 1835	1	N/A	222 images. Military book, 4o del Batallon Ligero Casadores del General.
2	1854 to 1864	33	2	219 images. Regimiento Infantería Peninsular de Cadiz.
1	1859 to 1864	1	1	315 images. Libro de Hospital Militar.
1	1863	1	N/A	11 images. Libro de Hospital Militar.
2	1863 to 1867	4	1	331 images. Libro de Hospital Militar. Battalon de Cadiz. This book has a few pages of index. Please review carefully.
1	1864 to 1865	1	N/A	25 images. Batallon Cazadores del General de Puerto Rico
	1864 to 1879	1	N/A	214 images. Libro de Hospital Militar. Battallon Cazadores de Cadiz.
3	1864 to 1883	1	N/A	344 images. Libro de Hospital Militar.
4	1867 to 1880	1	N/A	333 images. Libro Militar.
2	1868 to 1892	1	N/A	194 images. Batallon Infantería de Madrid.
	1869 to 1871	1	N/A	11 images. Libro de Hospital Militar.
5	1883 to 1895	1	N/A	363 images. Libro de Hospital Militar.

Books Covering 1915–1936

The books covering the years 1915 to 1936 have a format that differs from what we usually see in other parish books. Instead, they are arranged more like a ledger, almost like an account of the activities that took place at the church.

Research Note for World War I Veterans

Therefore, researchers should review these books slowly and pay close attention to the index. From what I determined, this section may provide valuable information about World War I veterans and other military personnel connected to San Juan.

Book	Year	Image	Index	Notes
	1915 to 1936	12	3	Military Book, early 20th. Century. All baptisms, marriages, deaths, recorded in this book (Except non-military) have been reported monthly to the Chief of Chaplains, War Department, Washington, DC, are recorded in his office.

1859 1864 DEFUNCIONES LOS REMEDIOS HOSPITAL MILITAR

Thank you to Sra. Ivette Izquierdo García

Service records of military men in Puerto Rico

• . There are two films. The one from FamilySearch is a poor copy. And one from the Library of New Mexico that has a better copy of the print.

Title	Image	Notes
Regimiento de Infantería de Puerto Rico. Hojas de servicios, 1793	Click	FamilySearch FIlm and images are not clear in this version.
Regimiento de Infantería de Puerto Rico. Hojas de servicios, 1793	Click	68 pages.

Sources

• FamilySearch
• Don’t forget to review Baptisms & Marriages.
• Puerto Rico Church Records and Indexes