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Participant retired in 1988 with a 50% QJSA in favor of his wife (X). At the time of retirement he presented a valid marriage certificate and things were fine for 25 years. Participant just passed away and the retirement payment was reset to 50% and made payable to X. So far, so good. The plan administrator received a call from a woman (Y) who alleges that she was married to the participant in the 1960's and they never divorced. She is asking what benefits she is entitled to from the plan. The QDRO procedures obviously don't address this situation. We are inclined to tell Y that the plan intends to continue to honor the QJSA in favor of X until we receive a domestic relations order that tells us to do otherwise. I know this has come up before, but I cannot find any cases or guidance. Ideas are appreciated.