what happens to your rewards when you die?
Dec 28, 2008, 9:36 am
#1
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Join Date: Sep 2003
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what happens to your rewards when you die?
Do they transfer to your spouse? Or do you just loose them?
Dec 28, 2008, 10:01 am
#2
Join Date: Dec 2007
Posts: 993
I am not sure how Marriott will know one has pass away. So I guess if your spouse have access to your online account, spouse can keep redeeming the points.
Dec 28, 2008, 11:31 am
#3
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: BDU
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When my father passed away - over 16 years ago - not only was he a MR member, but he and my mother were actually supposed to be on an awards trip on what turned out to be the day of his funeral.
Marriott refunded the points, no problem. We provided Marriott with a copy of the death certificate, and my mom was able to take over the points.
Marriott refunded the points, no problem. We provided Marriott with a copy of the death certificate, and my mom was able to take over the points.
Dec 28, 2008, 3:13 pm
#4
Join Date: Sep 2004
Posts: 534
what happens to your rewards when you die?
If your have enough points or at elite level, you get a suite upgrade when you pass through the pearly gates
If your have enough points or at elite level, you get a suite upgrade when you pass through the pearly gates
Dec 29, 2008, 12:51 am
#5
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Can the leftover points be trasferred via a Will to a family member, or transferred in a Trust? 
Dec 29, 2008, 4:25 am
#6
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Marriott Rewards Terms & Conditions
Conditions of Enrollment
3. Accrued points and miles do not constitute property of the member. Points accrued by a Marriott Rewards member are for the member's benefit only and may not be transferred to anyone. Points are transferable to a legal spouse or partner only in the case of documented death of the member. Points are not transferable to another person for any other reason, including divorce or inheritance.
Dec 29, 2008, 7:57 pm
#7
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Dec 30, 2008, 9:25 am
#8
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Dec 30, 2008, 9:44 am
#9
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I would assume if hell and heaven exist that the former is the fun place to be. After all there is no free will in heaven.
Dec 30, 2008, 9:53 am
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Dec 31, 2008, 8:27 am
#11
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I suppose this is the thread for jokes about receiving your "just reward"? 
Bruce
Bruce
Feb 19, 2010, 8:18 pm
#12
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Feb 19, 2010, 8:51 pm
#13
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Why bother trying to transfer them? Just log into the account and use them.
Feb 20, 2010, 6:04 am
#14
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Does anyone know if lifetime status would also transfer? If it doesn't then I'll make sure my wife just pretends that I'm still alive.
Feb 20, 2010, 9:15 am
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