How can you lookup to find out if someone died?

Question:

How can you lookup to find out if someone died?

I heard a rumor that someone I knew as a child died like 20 years ago... how would I know for sure if I don't know anyone else that knows him?

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: Hey Jason,

While the first answers give some ways to find out, you might check the following sites, below.

It sounds like there is a possibility that he is still alive, so, try ZABASEARCH to see if he is living (USA)