How can someone contest the probate of the will?

You must file a petition to contest the will within the time allowed by law; the notice states contest requires timely filing.

Probate — 646 Cooke Street, West Helena, Arkansas (54PR-25-81-3)

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The Circuit Court admitted Beatrice Dimple Johnson’s February 28, 2018 will to probate and appointed Rachel Stoney and Peggy Fisher co-executors. Creditors must file verified claims within six months of May 14, 2026 or be barred from recovery.

Key Takeaways

Will admitted to probate on July 22, 2025
Co-executors appointed May 1, 2026
Creditors have six months from May 14, 2026 to file claims
Contest of probate requires timely petition

Deadline · Claims Deadline

November 14, 2026

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Published

May 14, 2026 · 5 days ago

What to do next

1
File a verified creditor claim
If you have a claim, submit a duly verified claim to the co-executors within six months of May 14, 2026 to avoid being barred.
2
Contact the co-executor’s attorney
For estate questions, contact Peggy Fisher’s attorney Kayln E. Griffin at 727 Cherry St., Helena, AR 72342, P: 870-338-3591, kayln@etochlaw.com.
3
Consult an attorney to contest probate
If you intend to contest the will, file a petition within the legal deadline and consult an attorney promptly about required steps.

Frequently asked questions

Who are the appointed executors of Beatrice Dimple Johnson's estate?: Rachel Stoney and Peggy Fisher were appointed Co-Executors on May 1, 2026.
What is the deadline to file a creditor claim against this estate?: Claims must be filed within six months from the first publication date, which is May 14, 2026.
How can someone contest the probate of the will?: You must file a petition to contest the will within the time allowed by law; the notice states contest requires timely filing.

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Legal terms in this notice

Probate: The court process for proving a will and administering a deceased person's estate.
Co-Executor: A person appointed to jointly manage and distribute the deceased's estate.
Admitted to probate: A court has accepted a document as the decedent's valid will for administration.

Full Notice Text

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PHILLPS COUNTY, ARKANSASPROBATE DIVISIONIN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATEOF BEATRICE DIMPLE JOHNSON, DEC'D NO. 54PR-25-81-3 NOTICEOF APPOINTMENT OF CO-EXECUTORSLast known permanent address: 646 Cooke Street, West Helena, Arkansas72390 Date of Death: June 2, 2025An instrument dated February 28, 2018 was admitted to probate on July 22, 2025 as theLast Will and Testament of Beatrice Dimple Johnson. Rachel Stoney and Peggy Fisher wereappointed Co-Executors of the Estate on May 1, 2026. Contest of the probate of the will can beeffected only by filing a petition within the time provided by law.All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to theundersigned within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or theyshall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate.This notice first published on the 14th day of May 2026..Peggy Fisher, Co-Executorc/o Kayln E. GriffinAttorney at Law727 Cherry St.Helena, AR 72342P. 870-338-3591F. 870-338-7201kayln@etochlaw.comRachel Stoney, Co-Executorc/o Ronald WilsonAttorney at LawP.O. Box 1299West Memphis, AR 72303P. 870-735-2940esquirewilson@yahoo.com

Probate — 646 Cooke Street, West Helena, Arkansas (54PR-25-81-3)

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