Matter of the Welfare of Kidd

TODD, Justice.

Diane Kidd, wife of Robert Kidd, gave birth to Richard Kidd on January 10, 1976. At that time, Diane was diagnosed as a chronic schizophrenic psychotic with a history of 17 years of treatment. The child was placed in a foster home. Robert Kidd consented to termination of his parental rights, but Diane contested such action. The trial court adopted the recommendation of the juvenile court referee and terminated Diane’s parental rights. We affirm.

The findings of fact of the trial court adequately summarize the necessary facts in this case. They state:

“1. Said child, Richard Kidd,…