is anyone in your house deceased?
yes
Ok thank you for that response.  If the deceased was receiving Social Security benefits , [35] you must return the benefit received for the month of death and any later months
Can I get a lump sum
the surviving spouse can still receive the lump - sum if , during the month the worker died
What if I already receive benefits as a spouse?
So you receive benefits?
no I dont
Are you of retirement age?
yes