If the divorce decree says your ex is responsible for any debt but you are left on some of the credit cards and your ex dies are you responsible?

Unfortunately CC don't really care about divorce decrees. They will try to collect from whomever they can, they just want their money..period. You do however have a defense, so if you have documentation or can get it. I would let them know the facts and see what happens. CC and collection agencies have a common bond, "intimidation" My personal feeling is don't let them "bully" you.