Who is the executrix of David C. Williams's estate?

Angela Renae Melhorn has been appointed executrix.

How can someone contest the probate of the will?

A will contest must be filed as a petition in the probate court within the time period provided by Arkansas law.

Probate — 8250 Highway 63, Rison, AR (13PR-26-12)

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Will

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The Circuit Court admitted a September 5, 2014 will for David C. Williams (died Oct 7, 2024) and appointed Angela Renae Melhorn as executrix; creditors must file claims within six months of first publication. Contest deadlines apply under law.

Key Takeaways

Will admitted to probate on May 11, 2026
Executrix appointed: Angela Renae Melhorn
Creditors must file claims within six months
Will contests must be filed within statutory period
Decedent's last address: 8250 Highway 63, Rison

Deadline · Claims Deadline

November 13, 2026

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Published

May 13, 2026 · 1 week ago

What to do next

1
Creditors: prepare and file verified claim
File a duly verified claim with the executrix or the Probate Court within six months of May 13, 2026.
2
Potential contestants: consult an attorney
If you intend to contest the will, consult a probate attorney immediately to file a petition within the statutory period.
3
Contact executrix's attorney
Direct estate inquiries to R. Victor Harper, counsel for the executrix (contact via the attorney listed in the notice).

Frequently asked questions

Who is the executrix of David C. Williams's estate?: Angela Renae Melhorn has been appointed executrix.
What is the deadline for creditors to file claims?: Creditors must file duly verified claims within six months from first publication (first published May 13, 2026).
How can someone contest the probate of the will?: A will contest must be filed as a petition in the probate court within the time period provided by Arkansas law.

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Legal terms in this notice

Executrix: A woman appointed to carry out the directions and requests in a will.
Admitted to probate: Court acceptance of a will as valid so the estate can be administered.
Duly verified: A claim supported by a sworn statement or affidavit confirming its truth.

Full Notice Text

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OFCLEVELAND COUNTY, ARKANSASPROBATE DIVISIONIN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE No. 13PR-26-12OF DAVID C. WILLIAMS, deceasedLast known address: 8250 Highway 63, Rison, AR 71665Date of death: October 7, 2024An instrument dated September 5, 2014, was on the 11th day ofMay, 2026, admitted to probate as the last will of the abovenamed decedent and the undersigned has been appointed ex-ecutrix thereunder. 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 the undersigned within six (6) months from thedate of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be foreverbarred and precluded from any benefit in the estate.This notice first published the 13th day of May, 2026ANGELA RENAE MELHORN, Executrixc/o R. Victor HarperAttorney

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The Circuit Court admitted a September 5, 2014 will for the estate of David C. Williams (died October 7, 2024) and appointed Angela Renae Melhorn as executrix; creditors must file verified claims within six months of first publication.

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