Taylor v. Sims

Appellants filed an objection to the final account and decree of distribution of the estate of Neva Sims, contending that the personal representative had misconstrued the will. They appeal now from the probate court’s Order Settling Estate and Decree of Distribution in which it determined that the personal representative’s interpretation was correct. We review de novo.

The particular question raised is what interest was given to Neva Sims’ husband by the first part of paragraph III.

The following portions of the will are relevant:

"II.

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