What is the deadline to file a claim against Janis Kay Garland's estate?

Claims must be filed within six months of the first publication date, which is May 12, 2026.

Where do I send a claim against the estate?

Send a duly verified claim to the executrix, Sherry Kentner, at 6824 Foxfire Drive, Benton, Arkansas.

Probate — 2721 Alcoa Road, Benton, Arkansas (63PR-26-249)

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The last will of Janis Kay Garland was admitted to probate and an executrix appointed. Creditors must present verified claims within six months of first publication (May 12, 2026) or be forever barred from the estate.

Key Takeaways

Will admitted to probate and executrix appointed
Deadline to file claims: six months from May 12, 2026
Claims must be duly verified and presented to the executrix
Wrongful-death or injury claims also barred after six months
Contest of probate requires filing a petition within statutory time

Deadline · Claims Deadline

November 12, 2026

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Published

May 12, 2026 · 1 week ago

What to do next

1
Prepare and verify any claims
Gather documentation and submit a duly verified claim to Executrix Sherry Kentner before November 12, 2026 (six months from May 12, 2026).
2
Consult the estate attorney
Contact Fred E. Briner at 422 North Main Street, Benton, AR, for questions about filing or contesting claims.
3
Consider contesting the will
If you intend to contest probate, file a petition in Saline County Probate Court within the statutory time after May 5, 2026 (date of admission).

Frequently asked questions

What is the deadline to file a claim against Janis Kay Garland's estate?: Claims must be filed within six months of the first publication date, which is May 12, 2026.
Where do I send a claim against the estate?: Send a duly verified claim to the executrix, Sherry Kentner, at 6824 Foxfire Drive, Benton, Arkansas.
Can I contest the will?: Yes; a contest requires filing a petition within the time provided by law after probate admission.

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Legal terms in this notice

Executrix: A woman appointed to carry out the directions and requests in a decedent's will.
Admitted to probate: Court acceptance of a will as valid and starting the estate administration process.
Duly verified: A claim submitted with sworn statements or evidence confirming its truth.

Full Notice Text

County of Saline
NOTICE
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF SALINE COUNTY, ARKANSAS PROBATE DIVISION
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JANIS KAY GARLAND, DECEASED
No. 63PR-26-249
Last known address of decedent:2721 Alcoa RoadBenton, Arkansas 72015Date of death:March 27, 2026
An instrument dated the 5th day of April, 2021 was on the 5th day of May, 2026, admitted to probate as the Last Will and Testament of the above decedent, the undersigned, having been appointed Executrix thereunder. A contest of the probate of the Will can be affected only by filing a petition within the time provided by law. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified to the undersigned, within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate. Provided, that claims for injury or death caused by the negligence of the decedent shall be filed within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit on such estate. This notice first published the 12th day of May, 2026. Sherry Kentner 6824 Foxfire Drive Benton, Arkansas 72019 Executrix of Estate of Janis Kay Garland, deceased Fred E. Briner Attorney at Law Attorney for the Estate 422 North Main Street Benton, AR 72015. DR2T 5/12 5/19/2026

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