Straney v. Straney

STEINFELD, Chief Justice.

Appellant Carl G. Straney and appellee Shirley A. Straney were married in 1955. Four children were born of this marriage, now ranging in age from 7 years to 14 years. In July 1969 Carl suffered a paralytic stroke and later brain damage from a cardiac arrest which destroyed his ability to read, write, count change or engage in gainful employment. Previous to this experience he had successfully operated an automobile service station.

On April 20, 1971, Shirley sued for an absolute divorce. She demanded that she be awarded their residence, its contents, and custody of the…