Yes, a one-time payment of $255 can be paid to the surviving spouse if he or she was living with the deceased; or, if living apart, was receiving Social Security benefits on the deceased's record.
What if there is no surviving spouse to receive the benefit?
The payment is made to a child who is eligible for benefits on the deceased's record in the month of death.
Will my benefits affect the amount of others?
Do you have minor or disabled children?
No I do not have minor or disabled children.
What happens if I am remarried before you reach age 60 or age 50 if disabled?
You cannot receive benefits as a surviving spouse while you are married.
Are other family members eligible?