Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

My Mom recently passed away. Her last wish was to be cremated and have her ashes spread in the sea/ocean in Texas. I am the oldest of 6 kids and want to do this, but I have two younger siblings that do not want to spread her ashes. As I am the oldest do I have every legal right to do as my mother wished for? We are all over 18.


Asked on 3/16/14, 4:21 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Fran Brochstein Attorney & Mediator

Being oldest is irrelevant.

Did she list her wish in her will or in a separate legal document?

Is there an executor of her estate?

I cannot answer your question without knowing a lot more information.

You need to meet with a probate attorney in your county and discuss your issues.

I am sorry for the loss of your mother. It is also unfortunate that the 6 children cannot agree. I have found that people grieve in different ways & perhaps this is the issue.

You might try mediation with a trained mediator in your area to resolve your differences.

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Answered on 3/16/14, 6:35 pm


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