If my mother died and my father remarried but when he died his wife had my mother’s tombstone removed and replaced it with one of her choice, is that legal?

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If my mother died and my father remarried but when he died his wife had my mother’s tombstone removed and replaced it with one of her choice, is that legal?

She had not even ever met my mother and did not consult the next of kin.

Asked on May 13, 2013 under Estate Planning, Indiana

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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Based upon what you have written about your step-mother had no legal right to do what she did with respect to your mother's tombstone for the simple fact that she was not related to her. I suggest that you may want to consult with an attorney that practices in estate matters to get the situation rectified.


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