In re the Accounting of Terry

Hazleton, S.

The deceased, who died intestate, left surviving her husband, a disabled war veteran, who has been declared incompetent. Among the possessions of deceased were two bankbooks, one reading “ Mary Aybar in trust for Tessie Flaherty” and the other “Mary Dillon for brother John.” Brother John is John Dillon, brother of the deceased, deceased’s maiden name having been Mary Dillon.

The committee for the husband of the deceased, in its objections, contends that the two savings accounts were but illusory transfers of decedent’s assets. Upon the proof submitted, this court is satisfied that…