In Re Estate of Kennedy

Ronald W. Kennedy died intestate on February 16,1976. He was survived by his widow, Mary Joyce Kennedy, and three children. A petition for the appointment of Mrs. Kennedy as administratrix of his estate was filed on March 1,1976, and she was appointed administratrix on March 19,1976.

At the time of his death Ronald W. Kennedy was engaged in an extensive farming and ranching operation in Kimball County, Nebraska, involving more than 4,600 acres of land and several hired men. His land was owned in joint tenancy with his wife. His property subject to administration consisted of cattle, crops,…