In Re the Estate of Stevenson

SABERS, Justice.

[¶ 1.] Clara Stevenson appeals the trial court’s determination that Tamara K. Luke, acting as trustee, was specifically authorized by the trust instrument to lease trust property to herself, her husband, or relative. We reverse and remand.

FACTS

[¶2.] Elmer Stevenson established the Elmer Stevenson Trust on August 8, 1990 and funded it with all his property. Elmer died on September 15, 1992. Pursuant to the terms of the trust, Elmer’s surviving wife, Clara, is the primary beneficiary with a life estate interest in the estate. Clara’s granddaughter, Tamara, is the second…