iPAD owner is deceased. How do I remove an activation lock?
iPAD owner is deceased. How do I remove an activation lock?
Thank you for your reply, rummelcreek.
Apple support has another article:
Find out what to do if you see the Activation Lock screen on your device:
How to remove Activation Lock – Apple Support
As you may notice, the procedure requires the Apple ID and password.
Sorry you have no contact with the family of the deceased.
Perhaps the place from which you received the iPad could help with that.
Online articles: How to prepare an iPad for a new owner:
What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support
and
If an item is connected to another Apple ID
You could contact Apple Support to discuss the situation, if you wish.