In a case where there is no dispute as to the executor’s entitlement to act in the estate, the right of the executor to decide on the mode of burial is likely to be accorded a high priority. The deceased’s wishes are one of the relevant factors to be taken into consideration.
Judges:
Vinelott J
Citations:
Times 10-Jul-1989, (1989) 4 BMLR 140
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Cited by:
Cited – Hartshorne v Gardner ChD 14-Mar-2008
The deceased died in a motor accident, aged 44. The parties, his mother and father, disputed control over his remains, and requested an order from the court.
Held: The court has such an inherent jurisdiction. Since the claimants had an equal . .
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Wills and Probate
Updated: 07 May 2022; Ref: scu.267634