Abrams v. Templeton

Hearn, Judge:

This case involves the construction of a 1914 will which violates the rule against perpetuities. Pursuant to S.C. Code Ann. § 27-6-60(B) (1991), the trial judge inserted a savings clause into a provision of the will to prevent a forfeiture. We affirm as modified.

The testator, Mary Ann Taylor Ramage, executed her will in 1914 and died in 1915. She was survived by her husband Frank, a son Albert, and various grandchildren. The testator’s daughter, Alma Templeton, predeceased her, but left five surviving children: Frank, Bob, Charlie, Grace and Anna. In her will, the testator…