The Missouri Application of Surviving Spouse for Refusal of Letters (Sec. 473.090, RSM) — Automated Form is a document used by a surviving spouse to refuse letters of administration for the estate of a deceased person. This form is used when the deceased person has not left a will and the surviving spouse does not wish to assume the responsibility of administering the estate. The form can be filled out online and is composed of two parts: the Application of Surviving Spouse for Refusal of Letters, and the Petition for Probate. The Application of Surviving Spouse for Refusal of Letters is composed of general information about the surviving spouse, the deceased person, and any other potential surviving spouses. It also includes a declaration that the surviving spouse does not wish to assume responsibility for the estate. The Petition for Probate is composed of information about the date and time of death, the heirs of the deceased person, and any other relevant information. It also includes a request for an Order of Refusal of Letters by the court. There are two versions of the Missouri Application of Surviving Spouse for Refusal of Letters (Sec. 473.090, RSM) — Automated Form: one for unmarried surviving spouses and one for married surviving spouses.