Notice to creditors regarding the estate of Barbara A. Powers.
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Deadline detected: Claims Deadline — April 30, 2026
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- Published
- Category
- Foreclosure
- City
- Fort Myers
- Case #
- 26-CP-0179
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What You Should Do Next
- 1
File Claims by Deadline
If you are a creditor, file your claims with the court by April 30, 2026, which is 3 months after the first publication date.
- 2
Contact Personal Representative
Reach out to Jeffrey J. Powers at 542 Kinzie Island Ct, Sanibel, FL 33957 for any inquiries regarding the estate.
- 3
Request Written Demand
If you believe you have a claim related to community property, submit a written demand to the clerk as specified under Florida Statutes.
- 4
Consult Attorney if Needed
For legal advice, contact Craig R. Hersch at Sheppard Law Firm, Fort Myers, FL, at (239) 334-1141.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the case number for the estate of Barbara A. Powers?
- The case number is 26-CP-0179.
- Where is the estate of Barbara A. Powers being administered?
- It is being administered in Lee County, Florida.
- What is the deadline for filing claims against the estate?
- Claims must be filed within 3 months after the first publication of this notice.
- Who is the personal representative for Barbara A. Powers' estate?
- The personal representative is Jeffrey J. Powers.
- When was the first publication of this notice?
- The first publication date is January 30, 2026.
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Full Notice Text
NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA File No. 26-CP-0179 Division: Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF BARBARA A. POWERS Deceased. The administration of the estate of Barbara A. Powers, deceased, whose date of death was November 17, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 9346, Fort Myers, FL 33902. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representatives attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedents estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedents estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedents death by the decedent or the decedents surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENTS DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is January 30, 2026. Personal Representative: Jeffrey J. Powers 542 Kinzie Island Ct Sanibel, Florida 33957 Briana P. Bayer 43715 Moorland Ct. Leesburg, VA 20176 Gregory P. Powers 2674 Heron Lane South Clearwater, FL 33762 Attorney for Personal Representative: Craig R. Hersch Attorney Florida Bar Number: 817820 Sheppard Law Firm 9100 College Pointe Court Fort Myers, FL 33919 Telephone: (239) 334-1141 Fax: (239) 334-3965 E-Mail: hersch@sbshlaw.com Secondary E-Mail: tcorsini@sbshlaw.com Jan. 30; Feb. 6, 2026 26-00400L