Who is the executrix of the estate?

Angela Renae Melhorn has been appointed executrix of David C. Williams's estate.

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

Claims must be exhibited within six months of the first publication, which was May 13, 2026.

How do I contest the probate of the will?

You must file a petition to contest the will within the time provided by law in Cleveland County Probate Court.

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

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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.

Key Takeaways

Will admitted to probate on May 11, 2026
Executrix appointed: Angela Renae Melhorn
Creditors must file claims within six months
Claims must be duly verified or barred
Contest period limited by law (file petition promptly)

Deadline · Claims Deadline

November 13, 2026

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Published

May 20, 2026 · yesterday

What to do next

1
File a verified claim
Creditors should file duly verified claims with the executrix within six months of May 13, 2026 to preserve rights.
2
Contact the executrix's attorney
Reach out to R. Victor Harper (attorney for executrix) for submission instructions and address details.
3
Consider contesting the will
If you intend to challenge probate, file a petition in Cleveland County Probate Court promptly under statutory deadlines.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the executrix of the estate?: Angela Renae Melhorn has been appointed executrix of David C. Williams's estate.
What is the deadline to file a claim against the estate?: Claims must be exhibited within six months of the first publication, which was May 13, 2026.
How do I contest the probate of the will?: You must file a petition to contest the will within the time provided by law in Cleveland County Probate Court.

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Legal terms in this notice

executrix: A woman appointed to carry out the directions and requests in a deceased person's will.
admitted to probate: Court recognition that a document is the deceased's valid will and can be enforced.
duly verified: A claim supported by a sworn statement or affidavit confirming its truth.
contest of the probate: A legal challenge to the validity of the will filed with the court within a set time.

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 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.

May 13, 2026ProbateRison

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