Paying the debt due on your brother benefits him

Q: My brother passed away about eight years ago in a car accident. He had some debts and I have paid back them except one debt that remains uncleared. I am doing my best to pay it off, but so far I am no table to do so. My question is: does the delay in paying back the debt affect my dead brother? Kindly provide me with the answer, may Allah reward you with the best.

A: The rights of the servants of Allah over each other are mostly attained through dispute. Therefore, you have to hasten in paying back the remaining sum of your brother's debts, unless the creditor foregoes it. However, you are worthy of being thanked for your endeavor to fulfill the debt of your brother. This (Part No. 7; Page No. 214) is a sort of kindness and keeping good relationship with one's relatives. May Allah bless you and help you to clear the rest of the debt.!May Allah grant us success. May Peace and Blessings of Allah be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family and companions!