Do you know how to find out if you are a beneficiary on a bank account? Administration When a Person Dies with No Will.Get the resources you need to help navigate someone else's financial affairs. The person who died is called the Decedent. That person's property is called the estate. She died without a will? I had her power of attorney before her death and I thought the account was empty. The death of someone close to you is difficult, and dealing with his or her finances can feel overwhelming. How do I claim bank balance after death? Please note: For all account types, we require a death certificate.