495—14.4 (97B) Applications for death benefits. Before death benefit payments can be made, application in writing must be submitted to IPERS with a copy of the member’s death certificate, together with information establishing the claimant’s right to payment. A named beneficiary must complete an IPERS application for death benefits based on the deceased member’s account. If the claimant’s claim is based on dissolution of marriage that revoked the IPERS beneficiary designation, the claim must be processed pursuant to rule 14.16(97B).