In terms of our program, I would have to check on those who have been honourably discharged. In the regulations, it's fairly detailed in terms of eligibility.
In terms of family members and spouses, if the member died while in service and was eligible for the program at that time, the benefits would be transferred to the spouse. In terms of family members, I would have to check on that too. As far as I understand it, the benefit would transfer to the spouse, not necessarily to the family member.
For the example of Sergeant Joe, yes, I could spend quite a bit of time on that.