Notice to creditors regarding the estate of Gerald A. Bendle, deceased.
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Deadline detected: Claims Deadline — August 17, 2026
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What You Should Do Next
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File Claims by Deadline
Ensure any claims against the estate are filed with the clerk or the representative by August 17, 2026, to avoid being barred from recovery.
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Mail Claims to Parties
After filing a claim, mail or deliver copies to both the estate representative and the attorney within 10 days of filing.
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Consider Petition to Terminate
If you wish to terminate the independent administration, prepare and deliver a petition to the clerk at any time before the estate is fully administered.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the case number for the probate of Gerald A. Bendle?
- The case number is 25 PR 752.
- Where is the probate notice for Gerald A. Bendle published?
- The notice is published in the Herald News.
- Who is the executor of Gerald A. Bendle's estate?
- Scott A. Bendle is the Independent Executor.
- What is the deadline for filing claims against the estate?
- Claims must be filed by August 17, 2026.
- How can I e-file documents for this probate case?
- You can e-file by creating an account with an e-filing service provider.
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Full Notice Text
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 12TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, 100 WEST JEFFERSON STREET, JOLIET ILLINOIS ESTATE OF Gerald A. Bendle, DECEASED. 25 PR 752 Notice is given to creditors of the death of the above named decedent. Letters of office were issued to Scott A. Bendle, 119 North Holcomb Road, Clarkston, Michigan 48346, as Independent Executor, whose attorney of record is Christopher J. Cummings, Christopher J. Cummings, PC, 2024 Hickory Road, Suite 205, Homewood, Illinois 60430. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under section 5/28-4 of the Probate Act Ill. Compiled Stat. 1992, Ch. 755, par. 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk. Claims against the estate may be filed with the clerk or with the representative, or both, on or before August 17, 2026, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by section 5/18-3 of the Probate Act, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions. To e-file, you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit http://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/service-providers.htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/FAQ/gethelp.asp. Christopher J. Cummings Christopher J. Cummings, P. C. (6187476) 2024 Hickory Road, Suite 205 Homewood, Illinois 60430 (708)799-7575 I3281893 (Published Herald News Feb 17, 24, March. 3, 2026)