In re the Estate of Henke

John D. Bennett, S.

In this accounting proceeding the estate is insolvent with assets approximating $10,000 (of which stock in the amount of $1,000 is of questionable value), and administration expenses and claims of over $60,000.

The decedent died on July 22, 1959, and by the terms of his will left his whole estate to his widow, the executrix herein. The main asset of the estate was a retail bakery business which he operated for many years as a sole proprietor with his wife acting as the chief sales clerk. Apparently the bakery shop enjoyed an excellent community reputation and it was a shock…