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Grave deeds question

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DustyLee123 · 24/03/2023 08:28

The deeds to my mother/grandmother/grandfather’s grave is in my uncle’s name, presumably because he is the son. Presumably they would pass down to his DD, who he is NC with.
I would like the deeds as I plan on my ashes going in there, and I assume he does too. I tend the grave frequently.
He had a big stroke, is in a home, and can’t speak. How could I get the deeds in my name ? I feel the need to get this sorted so I can relax about it.

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balzamico · 24/03/2023 09:00

I recently acquired the titles for my parents grave - my brothers and I were the beneficiaries of dads will, they had to sign a form rescinding all claim on the grave and I had to sign to say I wanted to take it on. The form came from the local council which owns the cemetery.
All signatures had to be witnessed as it's a legal document.
Does your uncle have cognition, is he able to give agreement in any way?

DustyLee123 · 24/03/2023 09:08

Yes, he can understand what you say.
Would it be enough for someone in the care home to witness his signature with his good hand ?

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balzamico · 27/03/2023 17:25

I think the witness needs to be a qualified person so if the home ever had a doctor visiting, they should be able to do it?
It's a bit like a passport application I think in terms of appropriate witness.

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