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If someone is separated and then dies, does the surviving spouse still have the right to decide about funeral arrangements?

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Or would the decisions go to the next of kin? Separated 7 years.

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David Slater / Answered 2 years ago | Contributor with 0 answers This attorney is licensed in Florida

The spouse decides.

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