widow

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The China suit was brought by Li’s second wife and widow, who in the U.S. case likewise argued the documents had been stolen and were Chinese national treasures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The widow and two children of Santos Ramos have sued Risher Mortuary & Cremation Service, alleging that the Montebello-based funeral home botched Ramos’ embalming and deprived the family of a meaningful final farewell.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

"The money I was anticipating from my cocoa bean sales is currently inaccessible. I'm a widow now and I don't have anyone to support me," said Frimpong.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

His widow, Erika Kirk, stepped in to lead the organization.

From Salon • Mar. 4, 2026

The evening had turned into a joke, but ghost or no ghost, it was urgent that the widow get her answer from Edward Ashton.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood