File the final income tax returns of a deceased person for current and prior years, pay any balance due and claim the refund. File an estate income tax return.For paper returns, the filer should write the word deceased, the deceased person's name and the date of death across the top. We'll need a photocopy of the death certificate to verify the identity and legal residence of your loved one as well as confirm date of death. You can request the deceased person's: Tax return; Tax transcript; Payoff information (if they have a balance due); Change of address. Include: - A copy of the letter. Prompt notice allows TRS to disburse valuable death and survivor benefits. Find self-help tools to help you with your tax issues. San Antonio, TX 782659109. Before the person's death, their taxes would usually be reported at the federal level with IRS Form 1040 for individuals.