In re the Estate of Neuman

OPINION OF THE COURT

Millard L. Midonick, J.

The most substantial issue raised in this construction proceeding is whether a Totten trust may be revoked without literal compliance with the terms of EPTL 7-5.2 (subd [2]). Article thirteenth, the last article of decedent’s will provides:

“In the event that at the time of my death there be in existence any bank accounts in trust for my wife, ANNE E. NEUMAN, or payable to her upon my death, I hereby expressly revoke such payment provisions of any such account and direct that the proceeds of said account (s) *136shall be deemed my sole property and an…