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    blondyslk1 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Apr 24, 2010, 05:49 AM
    Widows pension
    I am 60 years old my husband passed away while he was collecting his social security benefits am I entitled to any of it?
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    Apr 24, 2010, 06:17 AM

    Yes, you are entitled to claim Social Security based on your husband's earnings. You can apply on SSA's website or any SSA office.
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    May 4, 2010, 07:46 PM

    You are entitled to this so long as you were married to him for at least 10 years or more.
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