Need help turning off find my phone

I Purchased an iphone4 from a couple and later found out that in order to install apps that I need their account password. I texted them and they said they didn't remember it. They said to contact apple and give them the info they used when they purchased and registered the phone. They gave me the info but where/how do I use the info to turn it off so I can delete the account. I have the phone activated and  am using it but want certain apps and want to add my music library but can't. Thanks in advance for your help

You will not be able to use this iPhone if you don't get them to sign out of their Apple ID with the appropriate Password.  If they forgot their Apple ID and Password they can go online and correct things but they will need to answer their Security Questions and also may need to receive information on their Recovery email Address.  This can all be done relatively quickly, but they will need to cooperate. 

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