What can I do about an account who's owner has passed away?

So theres an update on my iMac that my father purchased last year for Garageband, iMovie, and iPhoto. He passed away shortly after buying the it and I received the Mac. I've forgotten the password we created for his account because its been a while since I've had to enter it, and the only way I have to recover it would be his security questions which only he knows. Is there any way to transfer those purchases to my account? Or recover his? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Apple does't usually transfer content from one Apple ID to another, but as suggested contact Account security and they maybe able to assist you in recovering use of the account. Because Apple is really careful about account security, be prepared to supply perhaps a faxed copy of the death certificate and other identification.
Apple ID security issues -
Account security issues almost always require you to speak directly to an Apple representative to securely establish your identity as the account holder. You can set it up so that Apple calls you, either immediately or at a time convenient to you.
1. Go to www.apple.com/support
2. Choose Contact Support and click Contact Us
3. Choose Other Apple ID Topics and choose the appropriate topic for your issue
4. Follow the onscreen instructions

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