Who is the executor of Steven A. Heckenbach's estate?

Sara Heckenbach-Wood was appointed executor by the Cass County District Court on May 5, 2026.

When did Steven A. Heckenbach die?

The notice states he died on or about April 7, 2026.

Probate — Atlantic (ESPROI 7733)

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Will

Affects:HeirsCreditors

The District Court admitted the June 5, 2023 will of Steven A. Heckenbach to probate and appointed Sara Heckenbach-Wood as executor. Creditors and interested persons have limited time to challenge the will or make claims against the estate.

Key Takeaways

Will dated June 5, 2023 admitted to probate
Sara Heckenbach-Wood appointed executor
Dead decedent: Steven A. Heckenbach (d. ~Apr 7, 2026)
Deadline to contest: later of 4 months after second notice or 1 month after mailing
Creditors must present claims within statutory time limits

Published: May 16, 2026 · 4 days ago
Category: Probate
City: Atlantic
Case #: ESPROI 7733

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If you don't respond

If you do not file a challenge within the later of four months after the second publication of this notice or one month after mailing, you lose the right to contest the will; creditors may be barred from recovery if they fail to present claims in time.

What to do next

1
Confirm second publication date
Check local publications to determine the second publication date to calculate the four-month contest deadline.
2
Contact the executor
Reach out to Sara Heckenbach-Wood to discuss claims or estate information; executor was named May 5, 2026.
3
Consult an attorney
If you intend to contest the will or present a claim, consult a probate attorney immediately to meet the statutory deadline.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the executor of Steven A. Heckenbach's estate?: Sara Heckenbach-Wood was appointed executor by the Cass County District Court on May 5, 2026.
When did Steven A. Heckenbach die?: The notice states he died on or about April 7, 2026.
How long do I have to contest the will?: You must bring a challenge within the later of four months after the second publication of this notice or one month after the date this notice was mailed.

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Legal terms in this notice

probate: Court process that validates a will and oversees distribution of a deceased person's estate.
executor: Person appointed to manage the estate, pay debts, and distribute assets per the will.
contest the will: A legal action to challenge the validity of the will in court.

Full Notice Text

Legal NoticeMay 16, 2026Legal Notice                 THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR CASS COUNTY*<·r,\\CASE NO. ESPROI 7733IN THE MATTER OFTHE ESTATE OF                                        NOTICE OF PRSIDATE OF WILL,STEVEN A. HECKENBACH, Deceased             APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR,AND NOTICE TO CREDITORSTo All Persons Interested in the Estate of Steven A, Heckenbach, Deceased, who died on or aboutApril 7, 2026:You are hereby notified that on May 5, 2026, the Last Will and Testament of Steven A.Heckenbach, deceased, bearing date of June 5, 2023, was admitted to probate in the above-namedcourt and that Sara Heckenbach-Wood was appointed Executor of the estate. Any action to setaside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of fourmonths from the date ofthe second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailingof this n