Post-Retirement Death Benefit

A $10,000 Post-Retirement Death Benefit is paid to the listed beneficiary(ies) or the retiree’s estate following the retiree’s death.  This death benefit is in addition to any survivorship option chosen at the time of retirement.

Designate Beneficiary

In order to designate a beneficiary(ies) for the Post-Retirement Death Benefit, a Designation of Beneficiaries for $10,000 Post-Retirement Death Benefit Form must be completed at the time of retirement. 

Change Designated Beneficiary

Retirees can add or change the beneficiary(ies) any time by completing a Change Designation of Beneficiaries for $10,000 Post-Retirement Death Benefit Form.

Learn More

For additional information, see the Designating a Beneficiary – Retired Members Fact Sheet.