The Mercer County Recorder’s Office is proud to announce the launch of an exciting new digital resource focused on the cemeteries of Mercer County. This project, initiated in May 2025 through a partnership with GIS students from Miami University, is now live and available to the public on the Mercer County Recorder’s website.

www.mercercountyohio.org/elected-officials/recorder

The project’s objective was to create a comprehensive and user-friendly digital tool that provides detailed information about cemeteries throughout the county. Under the guidance of Recorder Julie Peel, and with assistance from Janell Weiss of the Tax Map Office, the student-led project has been carefully reviewed and refined to meet the needs of local researchers, genealogists, and the general public.

Recorder Julie Peel

“We’re thrilled to see this project come to life. It’s a valuable resource for anyone interested in local history, genealogy, or honoring veterans. We’re grateful to the Miami University students for their hard work and to Janell for her collaboration.”

New Online Features Now Available:

Visitors to the Recorder’s website can now explore two new features:

1. Cemetery Records Search

Located under Search Records → Cemetery Records, this section includes:

• Veteran Grave Registration

• Genealogy Society Cemetery Volumes

2. Cemetery Map Search

An interactive GIS-based map is available under Search Records → Cemetery Map Search. Users can click on individual cemetery markers to access:

• Cemetery names (including alternate names)• Location details

• Direct links to resources such as Find a Grave, WPA plats, and Genealogy Society volumes

• Historical notes and interesting facts (when available)

To explore these new features, visit:

www.mercercountyohio.org/elected-officials/recorder