Denton v. Missouri Department of Mental Health

ALOK AHUJA, Judge.

The Missouri Department of Mental Health appeals an order entered in probate proceedings involving the Estate of George Leonard Kraus. Because the Department’s notice of appeal was untimely, we dismiss the appeal.

Factual Background

Mr. Kraus passed away on August 26, 2008. Respondent Patty A. Denton was appointed as personal representative of his estate. On May 29, 2009, the Department filed its Claim Against Estate, alleging that the estate was liable to the Department for $2,313.48, which the Department contends represents the unpaid cost of (unspecified) services provided…