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In her apartment, where she had lived on her own ‘right up to her final, brief hospitalization, I found a list of people to contact with -- “You can ease the sorrow by leaving ... written and even video instructions.” detailed instructions about what was to happen to her possessions. When my father died 30 years ago, he had left a similar list. Now, I also keep a detailed record, updated annually, of the per- sonal and financial details which will be needed follow- ing my death. Death brings grief. But “tke my parents, you can ease the sorrow by leaving “what’s where” and “what to do” written, and even video instructions, telling family members or friends key information and your final wishes. (Also record a per- sonal history on vidco for posterity, showing and describing special memen- toes.) 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