§28.8
Amalgamated Transit Union
except that they shall have the right as applicants, instead of the L.U. to file the appeal. 28.9 Method of Funeral Benefit Payment. On the death of a beneficial member or nonmember feepayer, the funeral benefit shall be paid as follows: First, it shall be the duty of the L.U. to see that the deceased is respectfully buried or cremated and the expenses of the funeral, up to the amount specified by this Constitution, properly paid, for it must be distinctly understood that this is not an insurance fund, but a funeral benefit, created for the express purpose of giving a proper and respectful burial or cremation, and none of the monies for funeral benefits must be paid for any other purpose or converted to any other use until all expenses in connection with the funeral have been paid. If the funeral arrangements are not in charge of the beneficiary, it shall be the duty of the president of the L.U. or the president’s deputy to take full charge of the funeral arrangements, and no other person or persons shall have the authority to contract bills in the name of the Union. The L.U. shall see that all funeral expenses are or will be properly paid, as provided above, before paying the benefit to anyone. If the L.U. is required, through its president or the president’s deputy, to take charge of the funeral 138