The body of soul singer James Brown has yet to be buried as attorneys and his children work to settle issues surrounding his estate, including where he will be laid to rest.
For now, Brown’s body lies in his home on Beech Island, South Carolina, with security guards keeping watch over a room kept at a controlled temperature, says Charles Reid, manager of the undertakers that handled the services.
Brown died of heart failure on Christmas Day at age 73. His will has yet to be filed, said Buddy Dallas, an attorney for the singer.
Brown's home has been locked since hours after his death to protect his memorabilia, furnishing, clothes and other personal items, Buddy Dallas, a lawyer for the singer said.
The trustees for his will, along with Brown's children, will determine the burial site, Dallas said.
Tomi Rae Hynie, Brown's partner, said shortly after his death that she encountered locked gates as she tried to get into the home she says she shared with the singer and their 5-year-old son.
Her lawyer said Hynie should be granted access to the home. He would not talk about whether Hynie might take legal action.
