Matthews v. Matthews-Baker

Cassel, Judge.

INTRODUCTION

Melissa Matthews appeals from an order construing a holographic will and determining that part of the estate passes pursuant to intestacy. The sole devise of the will stated: “I want Melissa to get all proceeds from the money that is left and from all contents in the house.” The county court determined that the will did not dispose of the decedent’s interest in real estate being purchased under contract and occupied as the decedent’s personal residence. We affirm.

BACKGROUND

No appeal was taken from an earlier order admitting the decedent’s holographic will to formal…