Neamand Estate

Opinion by

Me. Justice Robeets,

This case presents the issue whether a surviving spouse who elects to take against her husband’s mil is to have the benefit of a pay-tax clause in that will. The Orphans’ Court Division of the Court of Common Pleas of Bucks County answered the question affirmatively. Neamand Estate, 24 Bucks County L. Rptr. 221 (Pa. O.C. 1973). We agree and affirm.

Vincent Neamand died September 1, 1967, survived by his wife Janet Neamand (appellee here) and two children, Constance J. and David Vincent. His will, properly admitted to probate, made certain specific bequests, and…