“ If the individual is deceased we must have the written consent of the next of kin. The next of kin is defined as: unremarried widow or widower, son, daughter, father, mother, brother or sister.
If you have questions or comments regarding this response, you may contact us at 313-801-0800 or by mail at the address shown in the letterhead above. If you are a veteran, or a deceased veteran's next of kin, please consider submitting your future requests online by visiting us at: http:vetrecs.archives.gov. ”

“ Any data that is releasable under the FOIA would help help in my research, especially the Photo & Awards.
3. PURPOSE - I am requesting military information on this person for research for a website I am creating which pays tribute to military veterans. ”