Closing a bank account when someone passes away isn't difficult, as long as you have the right paperwork for the the teller or banker. If the account is either or survivor, the survivor can continue or close the account with the death certificate.After someone dies, notify the government programs and businesses they used. Cancel benefits payments and close or transfer accounts. When one party dies, the survivor owns all remaining assets in the account. Notify Bank of America. We'll ask you for the deceased customer's full legal name and Social Security number to identify their accounts. Click on the link(s) for the forms you'd like to download. Take the death certificate to the bank they will have filled out a card stating who will receive the money when the pass away . Tip: If you're using Form H-6B in place of the current Connecticut title, and there is currently a lien on the vehicle, you'll need a lien release letter.