Notice of death and claims filing for Dorothy Carol Morris's estate.
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Deadline detected: Claims Deadline — August 13, 2026
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- Published
- Category
- Probate
- City
- Port Byron
- Case #
- 2026PR31
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What You Should Do Next
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File Claims by Deadline
Ensure any claims against the estate of Dorothy Carol Morris are filed by August 13, 2026, either with the Circuit Clerk's office or with the Independent Executor, Lawrence W. Bay.
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Mail Copies of Claims
After filing your claim, remember to mail or deliver copies to both the Independent Executor and the attorney, Curtis J. Ford, within 10 days of filing.
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E-File Claims if Needed
If you prefer to e-file your claim, create an account with an e-filing service provider by visiting https://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/service-providers.htm.
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Contact Executor for Questions
For any questions regarding the estate, contact Lawrence W. Bay at (309) 944-2188 or via email at cford@nashbeanford.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the case number for the probate of Dorothy Carol Morris?
- The case number is 2026PR31.
- Where should claims against the estate be filed?
- Claims can be filed at the Circuit Clerk's office in Rock Island County Court House.
- Who is the Independent Executor for Dorothy Carol Morris's estate?
- Lawrence W. Bay is the Independent Executor.
- What is the deadline for filing claims against the estate?
- Claims must be filed by August 13, 2026.
- How can I e-file a claim for the estate?
- You must create an account with an e-filing service provider to e-file.
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Full Notice Text
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOISESTATE OFDOROTHY CAROL MORRIS,DECEASED.2026PR31CLAIM NOTICENotice is given of the death of DOROTHY CAROL MORRIS, Rock Island County, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on February 5, 2026, to LAWRENCE W. BAY of 216 S. High Street, Port Byron, IL 61275, as Independent Executor, whose attorney is Curtis J. Ford of Nash Bean Ford & Brown, LLP, 445 U. S. Hwy. 6 East, P.O. Box 63, Geneseo, IL 61254.Claims against the estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk's office, Rock Island County Court House, Rock Island, Illinois, 61201 or with the representative or both, on or before the 13 th day of August, 2026, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.To e-file, you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit https://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/service-providers.htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need additional help to have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/FAQ/gethelp.asp .Lawrence W. Bay, as Independent Executor of the Dorothy Carol Morris EstateCurtis J. FordNASH BEAN FORD & BROWN, LLPAttorneys for Representative445 US Hwy 6 EastP.O. Box 63Geneseo, IL 61254Phone: (309) 944-2188Email: cford@nashbeanford.comCOL-IA-302650