In re the Estate of Lastella

OPINION OF THE COURT

C. Raymond Radican, J.

This is an application by the executor of the estate of Rose M. Lastella for permission to renounce a one-half interest in certain bank accounts and stocks held in joint tenancy by Rose Lastella and her predeceased husband, Vincent.

Vincent Lastella died on July 7, 1981. Rose died on September 18, 1981. She was survived by two children, Nancy Sarullo and Vito Lastella, the petitioner herein.

The subjects of the proposed renunciation are 17 bank accounts and certificates of deposit, and shares of stock in Sears, Roebuck & Co., American Telephone &…