Shields v. Shields

Hunstein, Justice.

This appeal from the grant of summary judgment to appellees, R. *560M. Shields, Lois Shields and Esther Shields, involves the construction of a will made by Esther’s husband, John W. Shields. In “Item 3” of the will, he bequeathed

all of my property, both real and personal, to my beloved wife Esther A. Shields of whatever kind or where located, for her use and benefit for and during her natural life or as long as she remains a widow. She furthermore has the right to do anything in reference thereto, that she may deem proper, without order of court and without the consent of,…