Which form designates the beneficiary if the original beneficiary is deceased?

The correct choice for designating a beneficiary when the original beneficiary is deceased is VA Form 29-336. This form is specifically used to change the beneficiary designation for the Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance (SGLI) policy. In situations where the original beneficiary has passed away, this form allows the insured individual to officially update who should receive the benefits, ensuring that the insurance proceeds are directed as intended.

In contrast, VA Form 21-526 is a claim form used for veterans to apply for disability compensation and pension benefits, which does not pertain to beneficiary designations. DD 214 is a document that provides proof of military service but does not deal with beneficiary information. SGLI Form 9000, on the other hand, is applicable to specific insurance management but is not the correct form for changing a beneficiary when there’s a deceased original beneficiary. Thus, VA Form 29-336 is the relevant document for making that necessary beneficiary update.