Carlisle ex rel. Carlisle v. Estate of Carlisle

PATTERSON, Justice:

This appeal involves the construction of the holographic will of Addie W. Carlisle who died July 27, 1968. The will which was probated in solemn form in Warren County is as follows:

“Feb. 1958

Earl’s Request. At my death place on Steele’s Bayou go to Alice Carlisle’s children.

His possessions at his home go to Steven Earl Carlisle also one half the value of the home. Addie W. Carlisle.

To whomsoever looks after me I want them fully paid

I also leave my sister Alice a home for as long as she lives.

After all debts are paid what is left to go to Alice Carlisle’s children.

Addie W.…