yes, or even to decline the responsibility.
There is usually a procedure to 'renounce' executorship, but renunciation must be done before the named executor takes even one step. Otherwise the executor would have to apply to court to be relieved of the executorship.
Executors must be appointed by the probate court. A person cannot "falsely assume" executorship. Absent a court appointment an executor has no legal authority. You should file a complaint with the court of jurisdiction.
To obtain a letter of Testamentary, you must petition the government. To obtain the letter, you must have a proper ID of the deceased person and the appropriate title to be able to receive that letter.
The North Carolina Department of Revenue will be happy to assist you.
A three letter word for helping or assist is aid.
Technology to improve their ships
aid
aid
Abet
Abet is a four letter word. Maybe abets?
aid