Who was appointed administrator of the estate?

Sindee S. Morse was appointed Administrator of the estate on April 23, 2026.

What is the deadline to file a claim against the estate?

Claims must be filed within six months of first publication, i.e., by November 6, 2026.

Where can I send my verified claim?

Send verified claims to the estate administrator via the attorney Chad J. Brown, 168 Court Street, Clinton, AR 72031; phone 501-745-8801.

Probate — 418 Baker Lake Road, Clinton, AR (71PR-26-41)

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This is a probate notice for the estate of Doice Scott Ward, who died October 26, 2025. The administrator was appointed April 23, 2026, and creditors must file verified claims within six months of the first publication (May 6, 2026).

Key Takeaways

Administrator appointed April 23, 2026
Decedent died October 26, 2025
Creditors must file verified claims within six months
First publication date: May 6, 2026
Failure to file bars claims against the estate

Deadline · Claims Deadline

November 6, 2026

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Published: May 6, 2026 · 2 weeks ago

What to do next

1
Prepare a verified claim
Gather documentation and compose a sworn statement showing the debt, then have it verified and ready to submit before November 6, 2026.
2
Contact the estate attorney
Call Chad J. Brown at 501-745-8801 or write to 168 Court Street, Clinton, AR 72031 for filing instructions and address for submission.
3
Heirs confirm estate status
If you believe you are an heir, contact the administrator or attorney to learn about estate proceedings and any necessary filings.

Frequently asked questions

Who was appointed administrator of the estate?: Sindee S. Morse was appointed Administrator of the estate on April 23, 2026.
What is the deadline to file a claim against the estate?: Claims must be filed within six months of first publication, i.e., by November 6, 2026.
Where can I send my verified claim?: Send verified claims to the estate administrator via the attorney Chad J. Brown, 168 Court Street, Clinton, AR 72031; phone 501-745-8801.

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Legal terms in this notice

Administrator: Person appointed by the court to manage and settle an estate when no executor is named.
Verified claim: A creditor's claim supported by a sworn statement or affidavit confirming its validity.

Full Notice Text

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSASFOURTH DIVISIONIN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OFDOICE SCOTT WARD, deceased NO. 71PR-26-41NOTICELast known address of decedent:418 Baker Lake RoadClinton, AR 72031Date of Death:October 26, 2025The undersigned was appointed Administrator of the estate of theabove decedent on the 23rd day of April, 2026.All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, dulyverified, to the undersigned within six (6) months from the date of thefirst publication of this notice, or they shall forever be barred and pre-cluded from any benefit in the estate.This notice first published the 6 day of May, 2026.Sindee S. Morse, AdministratorBy: _____________________________CHAD J. BROWN, I.D. No. 2010085Attorney at Law168 Court StreetClinton, AR 72031501-745-8801This legal published in The Van Buren County Democr

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