In Re Estate of Thomas

Fred Douglas Thomas died on May 30, 1970. A document, dated May 5, 1955, was presented for probate as Thomas’ last will and testament on the petition of one of the devisees. The will was admitted to probate, and respondents, one of whom was a cousin of the decendent, prosecute this appeal challenging the due execution of the will.

The document presented by petitioner was signed by the testator and the signatures of Arthur Tutwiler, Ellis C. Reed, D.D.S., and Doris Branch, appear below an attestation clause as subscribing witnesses. Tutwiler testified as to his signature. Secondary evidence as…