Herren v. Cochran

HOWERTON, Judge.

Catherine Herren appeals from a judgment of the Marion Circuit Court denying her a dower interest in the estate of her deceased husband, Elmer Herren, and awarding her a life interest in a home place and a one-fourth interest in “monies” left in his estate. The decision was based on the court’s interpretation and approval of an antenuptial agreement between Catherine and Elmer Herren. She argues that although the antenuptial agreement was valid and effective during the lifetime of Elmer Herren, it has no effect upon the administration of his estate. She further argues that…