Notice to creditors regarding the estate of Betty Jean McQueary.
Official Courthouse Record · AI-summarized for clarity
Deadline detected: Claims Deadline — 2026-07-01
2 upcoming dates on this notice. Pro users tracking probate like this were alerted the second it filed. Never miss a deadline →
- Published
- Category
- Probate
- City
- Cape Coral
- Case #
- 26-CP-478
View full case dossier
See all filings for case 26-CP-478 with AI case status analysis.
What You Should Do Next
- 1
File Your Claim
Submit your claim to the court by July 1, 2026.
- 2
Contact the Attorney
Reach out to Joan DeMichael Henry at (239) 574-7442 for assistance.
- 3
Review Publication Date
Note that the first publication date is April 1, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the notice to creditors?
- It informs creditors of the decedent's estate about filing claims.
- How long do I have to file a claim?
- Claims must be filed within three months of the first publication date.
- Who is the personal representative?
- Frederick McQueary is the personal representative of the estate.
The above suggestions and answers are AI-generated for informational purposes only. They may contain errors. NoticeRegistry assumes no responsibility for their accuracy. Consult a qualified professional before taking action.
Full Notice Text
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO: 26-CP-478 IN RE: ESTATE OF BETTY JEAN MCQUEARY Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of BETTY JEAN MCQUEARY, deceased, whose date of death was October 15, 2025; is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division; File No. 26-CP-478; the address of which is P.O. Box 9346, Ft. Myers, FL 33902. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons, who have claims or demands against decedent's estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, and who have been served a copy of this notice, 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 who have claims or demands against the decedent'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. A personal representative or curator has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent's death by the decedent or the decedent's 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, applies, or may apply unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. THE DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE IS APRIL 1, 2026. Attorney for Personal Representative: Joan DeMichael Henry LUSK, DRASITES & TOLISANO, P.A. 202 Del Prado Boulevard Cape Coral, Florida 33990 (239) 574-7442 FLORIDA BAR #0136352 Personal Representative: FREDERICK MCQUEARY 8421 Winnebago Ln. Byron, IL 61010 April 1, 8, 2026 LC0056