What happens to the rights of a purchaser if they die or become incapacitated?

When an individual who has purchased a right, such as a funeral service or burial plot, dies or becomes incapacitated, those rights typically transfer to their estate. This means that the benefits or ownership associated with the purchase do not simply vanish or become void upon the purchaser's death or incapacity. Instead, the estate of the deceased individual will hold those rights, allowing for the possibility that they can be managed or utilized according to the deceased's wishes or the terms of their estate.

This transfer is significant in the context of estate planning and arrangements. It ensures that the individual's prior decisions regarding their funeral services or burial arrangements are honored and can be executed by their designated representatives, such as an executor or a family member. In many instances, the estate may have a clearer route to fulfilling the desires of the deceased, facilitating the necessary arrangements without undue legal obstacles.

In contrast, other options would suggest scenarios where rights are completely lost or revert to the seller, which does not align with typical legal and ethical practices in the field of funeral service and embalming. This principle ensures clarity and fairness in the handling of such sensitive and important arrangements.