When is a deceased World War II veteran fully insured for Social Security Purposes?
A deceased World War II Veteran is fully insured with an average monthly wage of $160 if: The veteran died before July 27, 1954; or The veteran died within three years after separation (death no later that July 26, 1954) from active military or naval service; and The veteran’s service was in the World War II period (September 16, 1940 – July 24, 1947).
