You will also need to provide a certified copy of the death certificate. A bank closure letter may be needed if you want to close a bank account without having to go to your bank's physical location.The letter shall start with the sender's address, date, bank's address, and with a salutation. Enclosed with this letter are the death certificate and my legal authorization as the executor. Sub: Request to close an account due to death. Notify Bank of America. We'll ask you for the deceased customer's full legal name and Social Security number to identify their accounts. Sample Letter – Asking for a debt write-off when someone is deceased. It's a term often used when sorting out inheritances after a person's death. Thank you for joining us in reflecting on Dr. King's legacy of justice and equality.