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Tables of Contents for A Family Guide to Wills, Funerals, and Probate
Chapter/Section Title
Page #
Page Count
List of Documents
v
List of Tables
vi
Part 1 MAKING LIFE EASIER FOR YOUR SURVIVORS
Introduction
3
4
Your Will and Its Functions
7
24
Avoiding Probate Administration and Death Taxes
31
30
Preparing for Possible Disability
61
24
Your Letter of Instruction
85
18
Funerals---and Some Alternatives
103
16
When Death Seems Imminent
119
22
PART 2 COPING WITH A DEATH IN THE FAMILY
A Note to Survivors
137
4
Body Disposal and Funeral Rites
141
14
Negotiating with Funeral Directors
155
20
The Will: Guardianships and Other First Steps
175
10
Sorting Out the Assets
185
30
Settling and Closing the Estate
215
24
Index
239