Getting names ready for the temple? Make sure that you have collected enough information to uniquely identify the individual for whom you wish to provide sacred ordinances. The best way to do that is to complete birth, marriage and death information in the Family Tree, including complete dates and places. Attach several sources that confirm the accuracy of the information. Sources can include official vital records, census records, cemetery or obituary transcriptions, military draft cards, ship manifests, etc.
Once you have as complete a record as possible, check for duplicate records. Then create the ordinance request with confidence that you are helping create the "book containing the records of our dead, which shall be worthy of all acceptation." (D&C 128:24)
For help merging duplicates, attaching sources, or creating an ordinance request, stop by the Family History Center!
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