One thing for sure is that the bank will want to know the specific reasons for the removal request as the next-to-kin. (i). The names of all next of kin and legatees under the will, if any, not joining in the petition.The information contained in this Survivors' Guide will support your decision-making and provide helpful solutions during this time of loss. Notify Bank of America. We'll ask you for the deceased customer's full legal name and Social Security number to identify their accounts. State laws of intestacy determine who is Decedent's next of kin (i.e. Who can apply for a death certificate? This is to notify the bank that my. (Relationship with deceased). Reserved graves are paid for in full at time of purchase.