Sepulcher

Unfortunately though, while you can place those wishes in a will (or better yet a power of attorney), Missouri does not have a legal document where one can place their wishes and require them to be followed. Instead, Missouri allows for the right of sepulcher.

sepulcher

The right of sepulcher is a power you give a person to allow them to make decisions over your final arrangements. This includes burial, cremation, etc. However, it does not require them to follow your specific wishes. Often times, I will include the right of sepulcher in the power of attorney and include the wishes. However, if the agent under the power of attorney chooses to disregard the wishes, they may. 041b061a72