What to do if my uncle passed away a couple of years ago and still doesn’t have a headstone?

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What to do if my uncle passed away a couple of years ago and still doesn’t have a headstone?

And it is upsetting. He was legally married when he passed but they weren’t together for many years; both of them had moved on. He filled divorce papers but she refused to sign. Since he passed, his wife wanted the money and now won’t let the family buy a headstone because she wants our money to pay for hers as well. Is there anyway we could buy a headstone for him without buying hers or her having anything to deal with her?

Asked on December 25, 2012 under Estate Planning, California

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Victor Waid / Law Office of Victor Waid

Answered 10 years ago | Contributor

Yes, go buy your father a headstone and have it installed; you don't have  permission of his former wife. Just take care of it.


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