Mrs. Paley died on July 14, 2012. Her husband has not remarried. The Paleys' two children, ages 34 and 36, are financially independent. Mr. Paley may file as a surviving spouse in 2013 and 2014.

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Mr. Paley can only file as a surviving spouse if he has not remarried and has a dependent child. Since both of the Paleys' children are financially independent, Mr. Paley cannot file as a surviving spouse.

Mrs Paley Died on July 14, 2012