How do I sign the signature block for a decease spouse? In you signature, John Doe filing as decease spouse, then in spouse signature block sign Jane Doe?
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Bsch4477
Level 15
Oct 10, 2022 6:44:54 PM
You should sign the return and write "filing as surviving spouse" in the signature area below your signature.
kevino1
Level 2
Oct 10, 2022 6:48:16 PM
Thanks do I leave the spouse signature block blank then?
Bsch4477
Level 15
Oct 10, 2022 7:21:04 PM
Yes. If the software didn’t enter this, write “Deceased” and spouse’s name and date of death at the top of the 1040. A complete answer from the IRS is here: