If you've ever lost a loved one, you know how difficult it can be to get through the pain and grief. Unfortunately, to add to the turmoil of this difficult time, there are also other matters that must be dealt with. If you're the executor or administrator of the estate, you will have to arrange for the funeral costs and other estate expenses to be paid, file the final income tax return, and locate all of the assets for distribution to beneficiaries. And if you're not the personal representative, whoever is acting in that capacity may need your help to perform his/her duties.