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Can I Draw My Wife's Social Security If She Passes Away?

Can I draw her social security she pass away be for she could collect her married. For 40 years l collect I am 79 years old.



Hi,

If your wife is at least full retirement age (FRA) and one of you dies, the survivor would be eligible for the higher of your 2 benefit rates.

Best, Jerry

Posted:
February 2, 2020