My ex-husband is dying and I need to know who is responsible for funeral expenses since he has no insurance. We have been divorced over 25 years but he came to my sister and I when he needed help of any sort. I had no objection to helping him out when I could since he was the father of my children but I am not financially able to handle his funeral expenses. I believe that his brothers and sisters expect me to. I really need advice on this one.
2006-11-22 03:58:56 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It really depends on the laws of your state, but usually what happens when a person dies intestate is that the court appoints an executor who is responsible for liquidating all the assets of the decedent's estate. Before any friend or family member gets any money or property out of the estate, the executor has to pay for any claims made against the estate. As a result, whoever pays for the funeral and burial expenses can make a claim against the estate for reimbursement. In this case, I would strongly advise you against getting involved if you're worried about how you'll be able to pay for it and whether your ex has enough assets to cover the burial/funeral expenses. Doesn't matter if his brothers and sisters expect you to handle this or not -- you are under NO LEGAL OBLIGATION WHATSOEVER to stump up the cash for anything involving your ex.
2006-11-22 04:08:44 · answer #1 · answered by sarge927 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dog Lover is not correct. Social Security only pays the death benefit (which is $255) to a surviving spouse, and since he does not have spouse, no one gets the benefit. Also, the state does not automatically take over unless no one claims the body. I am sure that his brothers and sisters will take charge of the body, and if they then sign a contract for the funeral expenses, they are then responsible to pay it. You would only be responsible if you sign the contract.
2006-11-22 06:01:53 · answer #2 · answered by Reagan 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You are not responsible legally but some people might expect that his children help with expenses. But if they are unable to, the state you live in probably has some sort of help available. Some veterans groups also help if he is a veteran.
2006-11-22 04:07:56 · answer #3 · answered by mnwomen 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The county will bury him in a paupers grave for free. Some places assist with expenses from the county and some funeral homes work with a sliding scale fee.
2006-11-22 04:07:41 · answer #4 · answered by Outside the box 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
His estate will reimburse whomever pays for the funeral. If he's not married (it depends on what state you are in too) then his lineal descendents would be the responsible parties.
The best thing you can do is consult with a probate attorney. They can help answer all your questions.
2006-11-22 04:12:14 · answer #5 · answered by Starla_C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He would become the responsibility of the county and /or state where he dies. If you are divorced, you no longer have any financial responsibility. If he is considered indigent, the the government will pay.
But, they will extensively research any and all of his assets. Any thing he has will be frozen and become state property.
Also, social security provides a one time death benefit of $251.00.
Hope this helps.
2006-11-22 04:05:57 · answer #6 · answered by Dog Lover 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You have been divorced 25 years!!!! You have no financial responsibility in this. I have a friend whose family is also trying this ploy. DO NOT fall for this. She threatened getting a Lawyer and they backed off. His family should want to take care of their Brother. It is not your problem.
2006-11-22 04:06:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-04-21 22:11:11 · answer #8 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
His estate is responsible for the burial costs.
The executor of the estate will have to do what can be done with the assets that he left behind.
2006-11-22 04:07:22 · answer #9 · answered by Aggie80 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if his family members cannot foot the bill...then presumably ....all the expenses will come out from his estate...whatever property or belongings he left behind...will be liquidated to provide funds for the burial
2006-11-22 04:07:04 · answer #10 · answered by nfocuz00 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋