If my spouse has died, do I need an annulment?

[pitzer]

My fiancée and I are both catholic and divorced. His marriage was annulled. My marriage was not annulled but by ex-husband died. Do I still need an annulment to get married in the Catholic Church since he is deceased?

Thanks!

 

[Fr.Charles_Grondin]

No, you do not need an annulment. Marriage is “until death does us part.” Individuals are free to marry again after the death of a spouse.
If the parish priest is not familiar with your situation he might ask for some proof of death (an obituary or someone else who can verify) but this is not a major obstacle.