Parsons v. Estate of Wambaugh

After a complete hearing, the trial court disallowed expenditures of $5,880.75 presented in the “Second Current Account” of Edward Parsons (defendant), acting as plenary-guardian of Catherine Warnbaugh (ward). In addition, the court assessed a surcharge of $20,100 against defendant. Defendant appeals.

The ward was found physically and mentally incapable of handling her affairs. On October 18, 1974, defendant was appointed conservator of the person and estate of the ward. The principal asset of the estate was a home which had been owned in joint tenancy by the ward and her deceased son. The…