Gibbs v. Terry

STANLEY, Commissioner.

Mrs. Lucye Wells Peyton, a widow, died on or about October 25, 1951, survived by her mother, a sister, and three brothers. After her death, (which was not discovered for several days) an extensive search was made for her will, but none could be found.

On the assumption that she had died intestate, Mrs. Anna Bell Regan, deceased’s sister, was duly appointed administratrix of the estate. Later she disqualified herself, and Miss Florence Gibbs was appointed in her place.

Six months later Mrs. Sally Terry filed a petition in the McCracken County Court for probate of the will…