Who must file a claim against this estate?

Anyone owed money by the decedent, including contingent or unmatured claims, should file with the probate court.

What is the deadline to file a claim?

Generally within three months of the first publication (May 20, 2026), or within 30 days if you were personally served.

Where do I file my claim?

File your claim with the Circuit Court for Lee County, Probate Division at 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901.

Who is the personal representative?

Thomas G. Eckerty is listed as the personal representative for this estate.

Probate — 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, Florida (26-CP-1298)

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Notice to creditors in the probate of Sarah Johnson Wimberly (File No. 26-CP-1298) informs creditors and claimants that the estate is being administered in Lee County and sets deadlines for filing claims or they will be barred.

Key Takeaways

Estate of Sarah Johnson Wimberly is pending in Lee County Probate Court
File number 26-CP-1298 identifies this case
Claims must be filed within three months of first publication
If personally served, claim deadline is 30 days after service
All claims not filed will be forever barred

Deadline · Claims Deadline

August 20, 2026

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Published

May 20, 2026 · today

What to do next

1
Prepare and file your claim
If owed money, draft a written claim and file it with the Circuit Court for Lee County before August 19, 2026 (three months from May 20, 2026).
2
Confirm personal service deadline
If you were personally served, ensure your claim is filed within 30 days of that service date to avoid being barred.
3
Contact the personal representative or attorney
For questions, contact Thomas G. Eckerty at (239) 936-8338 or thomaseckerty@embarqmail.com.

Frequently asked questions

Who must file a claim against this estate?: Anyone owed money by the decedent, including contingent or unmatured claims, should file with the probate court.
What is the deadline to file a claim?: Generally within three months of the first publication (May 20, 2026), or within 30 days if you were personally served.
Where do I file my claim?: File your claim with the Circuit Court for Lee County, Probate Division at 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901.
Who is the personal representative?: Thomas G. Eckerty is listed as the personal representative for this estate.

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Legal terms in this notice

Personal Representative: The person appointed to manage the deceased's estate and handle administration tasks.
Claims: Debts or demands against the decedent's estate that must be submitted to the court for payment.
First publication: The date the notice first appears in a newspaper; starts the filing deadline period.
Forever barred: A legal status meaning the creditor loses the right to collect the debt from the estate.

Full Notice Text

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION
File No.: 26-CP-1298
IN RE: THE ESTATE OF
SARAH JOHNSON WIMBERLY,
Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of SARAH JOHNSON WIMBERLY, deceased, File Number 26-CP-1298, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33901. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative&apos;s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent&apos;s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (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 decedent&apos;s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
The date of first publication of this Notice is May 20, 2026.


THOMAS G. ECKERTY, ESQUIRE
Personal Representative
12734 Kenwood Lane, Suite 89
Fort Myers, Florida 33907-5638 
thomaseckerty@embarqmail.com [thomaseckerty@embarqmail.com]
Office: (239) 936-8338
Florida Bar No.: 310565
May 20, 27, 2026
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