Where do I file a claim for Charlotte W. Sutter's estate?

File at the Tazewell County Courthouse clerk's office in Pekin or with the estate representatives.

Who are the appointed representatives for the estate?

Leslie A. Gale and Del S. Sutter were appointed as independent co-administrators.

Probate — 207 S. Jefferson St., Armington, IL (2025-PR-187)

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Notice of the death of Charlotte W. Sutter and appointment of Leslie A. Gale and Del S. Sutter as independent co-administrators. Creditors must file claims against the estate within six months of first publication or be barred.

Key Takeaways

Six-month deadline to file claims from first publication date
Co-administrators appointed: Leslie A. Gale and Del S. Sutter
Claims may be filed at Tazewell County Courthouse or with representatives
Copies of claims must be mailed to representatives and their attorneys within 10 days

Deadline · Claims Deadline

November 6, 2026

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Published

May 13, 2026 · 6 days ago

What to do next

1
Determine first publication date
Confirm the notice's first publication date (May 6, 2026) to calculate the six-month claim deadline.
2
Prepare and file your claim
File your written claim at the Tazewell County Courthouse clerk's office in Pekin or deliver it to a co-administrator before the six-month deadline.
3
Mail copies to representatives and attorneys
Within 10 days of filing with the clerk, mail or deliver copies to the representatives and their attorneys listed in the notice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the deadline to file a claim against the estate?: Claims must be filed within six months from the date of first publication of this notice.
Where do I file a claim for Charlotte W. Sutter's estate?: File at the Tazewell County Courthouse clerk's office in Pekin or with the estate representatives.
Who are the appointed representatives for the estate?: Leslie A. Gale and Del S. Sutter were appointed as independent co-administrators.

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Legal terms in this notice

Letters of Office: Court-issued document appointing someone to manage the deceased's estate.
Independent Administrator: A personal representative who can handle estate matters without court supervision.
Claim against the estate: A demand for payment from the deceased person's estate for debts owed.

Full Notice Text

LEGAL NOTICE-Published 05/06, 05/13, 05/20-IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT TAZEWELL COUNTY, STATE OF ILLINOIS ESTATE OF CHARLOTTE W. SUTTER, DECEASED NO. 2025-PR-187 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Charlotte W. Sutter. Letters of Office were issued on April 17, 2026, to Leslie A. Gale as an Independent Co-Administrator, whose address is 207 S. Jefferson, St., Armington, IL 61704, and whose attorney is McGrath Law Office, P.C., 1600 S. Fourth Ave., Suite 137, Morton, IL 61550 and Del S. Sutter as an Independent Co-Administrator, whose address is 210 NW Adams St., Hopedale, IL 61747 and whose attorney is Brown, Hay & Stephens, LLP, 205 S. Fifth St., Ste. 1000, Springfield, IL 62705. Claims against the estate may be filed within 6 months from the date of first publication of this notice. Any claim not filed within six months from the date of first publication shall be barred. Claims may be filed in the office of the clerk of this court at the Tazewell County Courthouse, Pekin, Illinois, or with the representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the representative's attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. DATED: 4/27/26The Estate.of Charlotte W. Sutter BY: /s/ Patrick B. McGrathMCGRATH LAW OFFICE, P.C. Patrick B. McGrath ARDC 6299467 Attorney for the Co-Administrator 1600 S. Fourth Ave., Ste. 137 Morton, IL 61550 (309) 266-6211 email@mcgrathpc.com 005-344386