Notice to creditors regarding the estate of Richard A. Toppel.
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Deadline · Claims Deadline
June 6, 2026
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- Published
- Category
- Foreclosure
- City
- Bradenton
- Case #
- 2025 CP 2916
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What to do next
- 1
File Claims Promptly
File any claims against the estate by June 6, 2026, to avoid being barred.
- 2
Contact the Attorney
Reach out to Christopher D. Smith at (941) 202-2222 for assistance.
- 3
Review Publication Dates
Keep track of the publication dates to ensure timely filing of claims.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the case number for the probate of Richard A. Toppel's estate?
- The case number is 2025 CP 2916.
- Where is the probate court located for this case?
- The probate court is located at 1051 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34205.
- What is the deadline to file claims against the estate?
- Claims must be filed within 3 months after the first publication or 30 days after service.
- Who is the personal representative for this estate?
- The personal representative is Beth Smeader.
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Full Notice Text
NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MANATEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2025 CP 2916 Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF RICHARD A. TOPPEL Deceased. The administration of the estate of RICHARD A. TOPPEL, deceased, whose date of death was September 28, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Manatee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1051 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34205. 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 March 6, 2026. Personal Representative: Beth Smeader 8 Fir Top Drive Orchard Park, New York 14127 Attorney for Personal Representative: Christopher D. Smith, Esq. Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar Number: 0605433 1561 Lakefront Dr Unit 204 SARASOTA, FL 34240 Telephone: (941) 202-2222 Fax: (941) 907-3040 E-Mail: smith@chrissmith.com Secondary E-Mail: paralegals@chrissmith.com March 6, 13, 2026 26-00351M