In re the Estate of Cordon
New York Surrogate's Court
1Opinion of the Court
John M. Keane, S.
This is an application for allowances pursuant to subdivision 6 of SCPA 2302, following a proceeding for *51the construction of the last will and testament of Mary A. Cordon, deceased.
After providing for the payment of funeral expenses and debts, paragraph “ Second ” of her will made a specific bequest of securities in 13 different companies to Le Moyne College. Then followed four general bequests totaling $18,000 to religious and educational institutions. The residue was left to her sister, Catherine P. Cordon.
The will, executed on October 6, 1961, was clear and precise…
2Cases cited5 opinions
- In re the Estate of GibsonNew York Surrogate's Court · 1957
- In re the Accounting of Bankers Trust Co.New York Surrogate's Court · 1953
- In re the Construction of the Will of GriffingNew York Surrogate's Court · 1961
- In re the Estate of StormNew York Surrogate's Court · 1962
- In re the Estate of SinclairNew York Surrogate's Court · 1968