my sister took over the car payments for my moms car and she didn't really have any other debts since she was renting at the time.

We had an insurance settlement so that covered any other open bills like utilities.

I have no idea if there is a house involved that isn't paid off. Sell it or take over the payments seems like the most reasonable options.

My dad didn't have any debts either besides utilities. I think you can send a copy of the death certificate and they just close the accounts.

My grandfather had mad property and a nice amount of money and he told my mom if he knew the govt would take this much he would have spent more while he was younger.