In re the Construction of the Will of Hoyle

Joseph A. Cox, S.

The will which is the subject of this proceeding for its construction was drawn by the testatrix without professional help. Written in her own handwriting, its execution satisfied the statutory conditions imposed upon its admission to probate but virtually all of its dispositive provisions leave the purposes of the testatrix in doubt requiring its submission to this court for clarification.

After designating the executor and directing the payment of all debts the will goes on to say:

‘ ‘ 1. Pay all my debts :-

Funeral—last rites, Cremation

“ 2. Other personal debts, (assistance…