The decedent's estate is primarily liable for his funeral expenses (Surrogate's Ct. Act, § 216). As the decedent's widow was apparently unable to arrange for the decedent's burial, the decedent's brother-in-law, who made such arrangements, is not to be deemed a volunteer. His claim for repayment of funeral expenses is therefore allowable to the extent that they are reasonable in the light of the decedent's estate. Reimbursement...
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