A beneficiary is an individual or entity designated to receive the assets or funds in the 401(k) account in the event of the account holder's death. Notify CRA at 18009598281 of the date of death as soon as possible, and send them a copy of the death certificate and a complete copy of the will.For general inquires, call 1.800.FULTON. You should also make a list of what the Decedent owned at the time of death (such as bank accounts, house, stocks, etc.). In New York State, the Surrogate's Court decides what happens to a person's property when that person dies. The death of the account owner automatically terminates the power of attorney. Notify the Bank: Provide the bank with the death certificate and your identification if you are the joint account holder or beneficiary. A valid governmentissued ID. The death certificate of the account holder. The account owner's social security number. Two of the following showing the applicant's name and address: Utility or telephone bill; Letter from a government agency dated within the last six months.