Estate of Krotz v. Krotz

Defendant Edward Krotz, executor of the estate of his father, Frank Krotz, decedent, appeals from an order of the circuit court of McLean County holding that decedent’s will was ambiguous and in need of construction and further holding that certain shares of stock of decedent should pass according to the residuary clause of the will. Plaintiff Norma Dowdle, a daughter of decedent, cross-appeals from the award of attorney fees.

According to the record, the last will of Frank Krotz provided that his wife should have the right to reside in his residence and to use the tangible personal property…