Matter of Estate of Stuckle

I concur. I write separately to evaluate for myself the functions of Rule 54(b) and final decisions in appeals, particularly of probate proceedings. Perhaps my review will aid others.

Daniel Stuckle died on July 4, 1984, devising his estate to his widow, Marion, and three children by a prior marriage. His son, Douglas, was named personal representative of his estate.

Daniel had sold the east half of section 3 to Douglas in 1979 and willed a “life estate in the balance due in that certain contract for deed” to Marion. In July 1986, Marion sued Douglas in district court for principal and interest…