Notice of claim filing for the estate of Terrence F. Swidergal.
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Deadline detected: Claims deadline — August 18, 2026
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- Published
- Category
- Probate
- City
- Gibson City
- Case #
- 2026PR4
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What You Should Do Next
- 1
File Your Claim
Submit your claim to the Clerk of the Circuit Court by August 18, 2026.
- 2
Notify the Administrator
Mail or deliver a copy of your claim to Melissa Zebarth within 10 days of filing.
- 3
E-file Your Documents
Create an account with an e-filing service provider to submit your documents electronically.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the case number for the probate of Terrence F. Swidergal?
- The case number is 2026PR4.
- Where can I file a claim against the estate?
- Claims can be filed at the Ford County Courthouse or with the representative.
- What is the deadline to file a claim?
- Claims must be filed by August 18, 2026.
- Who is the independent administrator for the estate?
- Melissa Zebarth is the independent administrator.
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Full Notice Text
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE ELEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT FORD COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF TERRENCE F. SWIDERGAL, DECEASED. No. 2026PR4 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of TERRENCE F. SWIDERGAL, of Gibson City, Ford County, Illinois. Letters of office were issued on February 6, 2026, to Melissa Zebarth of 122 West 10th Street, Gibson City, IL 60936, whose attorney is Kandace Hofer, Hofer Law LLC, 122 N Sangamon Ave, P.O. Box 70, Gibson City, IL 60936. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court at the Ford County Courthouse, 200 W State St, Paxton, IL 60957, or with representative, or both, on or before August 18, 2026, which date is not less than 6 months from the date of the first publication of this notice and any claim not filed on or before said date is barred. Copies of any claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it is 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 https://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. Melissa Zebarth, Independent Administrator By /s/ Kandace Hofer, Attorney Prepared By: Kandace Hofer Attorney for Independent Administrator Hofer Law LLC 122 N Sangamon Ave P.O. Box 70 Gibson City, IL 60936 (217) 729-2889 kandace@hoferlawllc.com ARDC # 6336051 11579-962176