The Dark Side of Death: Who's Left Holding the Bag? When a loved one passes away, their financial burdens often fall to family members or friends who are left to manage their estate.
This can be a daunting task, especially when creditors and debt collectors start calling. Typically, it is the executor or personal representative of the deceased person's estate who notifies creditors.
This person may have been named in a will, appointed by a probate court if there was no will, or taken on the role voluntarily.