The Ohio Summit County Affidavit of Surviving Spouse Or Joint Survivor is a legal document used to verify that a spouse or joint survivor is still alive and can therefore receive death benefits from a deceased spouse. This document is often used by the beneficiary of a life insurance policy or a pension plan. The affidavit is usually provided by the surviving spouse or joint survivor and requires the signature of the deceased spouse’s personal representative. The Ohio Summit County Affidavit of Surviving Spouse or Joint Survivor is available in two forms: the Affidavit of Surviving Spouse and the Affidavit of Joint Survivor. The Affidavit of Surviving Spouse requires the surviving spouse to provide information about their relationship with the deceased spouse, including their address at the time of the deceased spouse's death, details about any premarital agreements, and any other relevant information. The Affidavit of Joint Survivor requires the joint survivor to provide information about their relationship with the deceased spouse, including their address at the time of the deceased spouse's death, details about any premarital agreements, and any other relevant information.