If no children or grandchildren survive a decedent who dies without a will, a surviving spouse receives the entire estate.

Name: If no children or grandchildren survive a decedent who dies without a will, a surviving spouse receives the entire estate.
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This is the general rule in most states' intestacy laws when there is no will and no living descendants (children or grandchildren) of the decedent. However, there may be exceptions or variations in certain states.

If No Children or Grandchildren Survive a Decedent Who Dies