Edwards v. Strong

This case concerns a suit originally brought by Jacqueline Strong, individually and as executrix under the will of Jacqueline Jordan, deceased, to set aside certain transactions occurring during the lifetime of the decedent. The jury rendered a verdict against Jacqueline Strong on all issues except a $75,000 promissory note, and the propriety of the judgment on the note, along with the taxing of costs, are the issues on appeal.

Jacqueline Jordan died testate on October 4, 1981. Jacqueline Strong was her only daughter. The appellants are Barbara Edwards, a sister of the decedent, and the Jordan…