What does it mean that the will was admitted to probate?

It means the court recognized the will as valid and authorized estate administration under it.

Who are the executors of Allen Bredthauer's estate?

Joyce Beazley and Kay Alston were appointed as executors on April 29, 2026.

How can a creditor make a claim against this estate?

Creditors should contact the executors or the Cherokee County probate court to learn how and where to file their claim.

Probate — Cherokee (ESPR017377)

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The Iowa District Court for Cherokee County admitted the will of Allen Bredthauer (died April 26, 2026) to probate on April 29, 2026, and appointed Joyce Beazley and Kay Alston as executors. Creditors and interested persons are notified to make claims.

Key Takeaways

Will admitted to probate April 29, 2026
Executors appointed: Joyce Beazley and Kay Alston
Decedent died on or about April 26, 2026
Creditors should present claims to the estate

Published: May 15, 2026 · 4 days ago
Category: Probate
City: Cherokee
Case #: ESPR017377

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If you don't respond

Creditors who do not present timely claims may lose the right to payment from the estate; no specific claim deadline is provided in the notice.

What to do next

1
Contact the executors
Reach out to Joyce Beazley or Kay Alston to notify them of any claims or information about the estate.
2
File creditor claim
Prepare and file your claim with the Cherokee County probate court; inquire about any claim deadlines immediately.

Frequently asked questions

What does it mean that the will was admitted to probate?: It means the court recognized the will as valid and authorized estate administration under it.
Who are the executors of Allen Bredthauer's estate?: Joyce Beazley and Kay Alston were appointed as executors on April 29, 2026.
How can a creditor make a claim against this estate?: Creditors should contact the executors or the Cherokee County probate court to learn how and where to file their claim.

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Legal terms in this notice

Probate: Court process that validates a will and oversees estate administration.
Executor: Person appointed to administer the estate according to the will.

Full Notice Text

LEGAL NOTICE the IOWA DISTRICT court for cherokee COUNTY in the matter of the estate of allen BREDTHAUER, Deceased case no.espr017377 notice of PROBATE of WILL, of appointment of EXECUTORS, AND notice to CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Allen Bredthauer, Deceased, who died on or about April 26,2026:You are hereby notified that on April 29,2026, the Last Will and Testament of Allen Bredthauer, deceased, bearing date of April 13, 2006, was admitted to probate in the above-named court and that Joyce Beazley and Kay Alston have been appointed Executors