Which of the following forfeits the right of disposition?

Estrangement from the decedent is a critical factor that can lead to the forfeiture of the right of disposition. In Oklahoma, the law recognizes that a close relationship with the decedent typically supports a claim to make decisions regarding the disposition of the remains. However, if there has been significant estrangement or a breakdown in familial relationships prior to the decedent's death, this can diminish or negate the estranged relative's rights, as the law aims to respect the wishes and the emotional connections of the deceased.

The underlying principle is that the disposition rights should ideally be held by those who had a meaningful relationship with the decedent. Estrangement implies a lack of connection that the law considers when determining who should be entrusted with the responsibility of making funeral arrangements.

In contrast, being a close relative typically affirms one's right to disposition, while being a funeral director does not inherently provide a disposition right unless they are also a legally designated next of kin or representative. Thus, estrangement is a critical consideration in the hierarchy of rights regarding the disposition of remains.