Difference between revisions of "Making and Executing a Will (16:III)"

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==== b) Funeral Directions ====
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'''These directions are not binding, but the Executor must arrange for a funeral that is fitting having regard to the will-maker’s position and manner of life.''' Prudent practice is to advise the will-maker that he or she should make these wishes known to the Executor.
'''These directions are binding. The Executor must arrange for a funeral that is fitting having regard to the will-maker’s position and manner of life.''' Prudent practice is to advise the will-maker that he or she should make these wishes known to the Executor.


* SAMPLE: “I want my remains to be [buried/cremated]. I hope that if any funeral or memorial service is held as a result of my death it will be conducted with unostentatious simplicity.” (See 2016 CLE Wills and Personal Planning Precedents, Chapter 20.)
* SAMPLE: “I want my remains to be [buried/cremated]. I hope that if any funeral or memorial service is held as a result of my death it will be conducted with unostentatious simplicity.” (See 2016 CLE Wills and Personal Planning Precedents, Chapter 20.)