mikeman Posted May 15, 2023 Report Share Posted May 15, 2023 8 minutes ago, sleepy said: The only frustration I have right now is they won’t let me make any bank transactions until they get the death certificate. Also funerals are really expensive. My mom was cremated and her funeral was about $8000, we went with the better urn(wood) but selected the plastic box liner, she had a plot next to my dad so it was already being buried. we saved on newspaper announcements too since my mom wanted no notice - said everyone she knew who wasn't family was dead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeman Posted May 15, 2023 Report Share Posted May 15, 2023 22 minutes ago, sleepy said: The only frustration I have right now is they won’t let me make any bank transactions until they get the death certificate. Also funerals are really expensive. I was the executor but we planned ahead and I was also a co-owner of her checking account(tod), so i could sign her checkbook and use that money for expenses, etc - no death certificate needed. You will need to set up a separate estate checking account to handle payments of liabilities as well as distribution of any assets, it's not a big deal, i would suggest you get an estate lawyer to handle all the crap and notices, probate,will etc, it was only a little over 2 grand - there were 3 kids so splitting the cost 3 ways was no biggie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Hoffa Posted May 15, 2023 Report Share Posted May 15, 2023 20 minutes ago, sleepy said: Yeah he could have been buried at Fort Snelling for free but his final wishes were to be buried in the same cemetery as his 2nd wife. That's cool but he's still eligible for reimbursement for burial costs. Go to VA.gov and search for the Reimbursement of Burial Expenses form, I can't remember the number. Complete it and submit the death cert and receipts. Don't buy a headstone either, the VA will pay for it and place it at the cemetery. There's another form, Request for Headstone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepy Posted May 15, 2023 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2023 5 minutes ago, Jimmy Hoffa said: That's cool but he's still eligible for reimbursement for burial costs. Go to VA.gov and search for the Reimbursement of Burial Expenses form, I can't remember the number. Complete it and submit the death cert and receipts. Don't buy a headstone either, the VA will pay for it and place it at the cemetery. There's another form, Request for Headstone. I'll check it out. He left me some notes to call them once I have the death certificate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepy Posted May 15, 2023 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2023 Me and my brother moved all his things out today. The senior living center is reimbursing us for a prorated portion of his last month. I was going to wait until the end of the month but by moving out today we get back 3450. 6905 a month Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepy Posted May 15, 2023 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2023 I got two sets of golf clubs now and 7 TV's. Anyone interested in buying a set clubs or in need of a TV? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Hoffa Posted May 15, 2023 Report Share Posted May 15, 2023 Good. Do you have his DD-214? If he kept his life insurance after getting out of the military that's a quick 1-800 call to another VA place in Philadelphia. They actually answer the phone and cut checks fast. Lemme know if I can help. You can get his medals replaced if lost, a presidential condolence letter, flag presentation and honor guard at burial and other stuff... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatrickBateman Posted May 16, 2023 Report Share Posted May 16, 2023 27 minutes ago, sleepy said: I got two sets of golf clubs now and 7 TV's. Anyone interested in buying a set clubs or in need of a TV? Try selling the items on Facebook Marketplace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatrickBateman Posted May 16, 2023 Report Share Posted May 16, 2023 My parents bought long term care insurance a long time ago. Not sure if they'll ever need it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike499 Posted May 16, 2023 Report Share Posted May 16, 2023 1 hour ago, sleepy said: The only frustration I have right now is they won’t let me make any bank transactions until they get the death certificate. Also funerals are really expensive. Why the fuck is the American legion charging for Military honors? Condolences on your loss sleepy losing a parent especially one you’re close with hurts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Hoffa Posted May 16, 2023 Report Share Posted May 16, 2023 2 minutes ago, mike499 said: Why the fuck is the American legion charging for Military honors? Condolences on your loss sleepy losing a parent especially one you’re close with hurts. That's unconscionable. You don't need them for an Honor Guard. He's entitled to a minimum of 3 in uniform, flag ceremony and rifle salute. All free. And nobody needs 10 certificates at $25ish each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike499 Posted May 16, 2023 Report Share Posted May 16, 2023 Just now, Jimmy Hoffa said: That's unconscionable. You don't need them for an Honor Guard. He's entitled to a minimum of 3 in uniform, flag ceremony and rifle salute. All free. And nobody needs 10 certificates at $25ish each. Sickening the cost of these things they know you’re vulnerable and take advantage of that fact. Not really a believer but a warm ending destination for these people would be nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Hoffa Posted May 16, 2023 Report Share Posted May 16, 2023 It makes me mad. 1 phone call to the Public Affairs Officer at the closest base will get an honor guard. Active duty guys are on a waiting list to do it, extra pay... That's what the Legion does for $125?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TobyTyler Posted May 16, 2023 Report Share Posted May 16, 2023 Terrible news Sleepy. my condolences. Hang in there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaiseThese Posted May 16, 2023 Report Share Posted May 16, 2023 Sorry to hear about this Sleepster. Best of everthing going forward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FairWarning Posted May 16, 2023 Report Share Posted May 16, 2023 7 hours ago, PatrickBateman said: My parents bought long term care insurance a long time ago. Not sure if they'll ever need it. Outstanding thing to have. The Alzheimer’s place my mother was at cost $400/day. I’m still sorting things out with Medicaid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FairWarning Posted May 16, 2023 Report Share Posted May 16, 2023 9 hours ago, Jimmy Hoffa said: That's cool but he's still eligible for reimbursement for burial costs. Go to VA.gov and search for the Reimbursement of Burial Expenses form, I can't remember the number. Complete it and submit the death cert and receipts. Don't buy a headstone either, the VA will pay for it and place it at the cemetery. There's another form, Request for Headstone. Actually the funeral home should contact VA on his behalf and they would take it from there. The family also gets a flag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Screw Andrews Posted May 17, 2023 Report Share Posted May 17, 2023 Sorry to hear Sleepy and WVU......I've seen both movies unfortunately...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatrickBateman Posted September 7, 2023 Report Share Posted September 7, 2023 On 5/15/2023 at 7:12 PM, sleepy said: The only frustration I have right now is they won’t let me make any bank transactions until they get the death certificate. Also funerals are really expensive. Here's Sleepy worrying about his father's money 24 hours after he died. One the most classless people on the planet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatrickBateman Posted September 7, 2023 Report Share Posted September 7, 2023 On 5/15/2023 at 7:57 PM, sleepy said: I got two sets of golf clubs now and 7 TV's. Anyone interested in buying a set clubs or in need of a TV? Here's Sleepy in a hurry to sell his father's belongings. Your dad deserved a lot better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeman Posted September 7, 2023 Report Share Posted September 7, 2023 10 minutes ago, PatrickBateman said: Here's Sleepy worrying about his father's money 24 hours after he died. One the most classless people on the planet. Only a true dirtbag would use the death of a mans father to get back at him over a perceived sleight. you should be ashamed of yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Hoffa Posted September 7, 2023 Report Share Posted September 7, 2023 End. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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