http://www.answerbag.com/profile/257161 New Answerbag answers from JmV Wed, 30 May 2012 00:08:00 -0700 Wed, 30 May 2012 00:08:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1999393 If an adult passes away and there is not a will, who is automatically responsible for the unpaid debts of the deceased?<br /><br />In general, no. Credit card debts and the like are forgiven, but it is necessary to write a letter to the creditor and enclose an official (noterized) copy of the death certificate. Funeral Homes generally provide the principle relative (wife, child) with 10 copies. Here are the exceptions:... Sun, 06 Jan 2008 14:46:14 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1999393