I was given this Ipad but dont have password what do i do

Contact Apple. 

How to request access to a deceased family member's Apple accounts - Apple Support.    *

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Get Support    -  Work through the screens to get a chat option. 

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Unless you can get the heirs to perform the tasks cited in article below, the device will remain unusable to you.

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support