How long do I have to contest the will of Barbara J. Moeller?

You must file an action within the later of four months from the second publication of the notice or one month from when the notice was mailed to heirs and devisees.

Who are the executors of the estate?

Wade W. Sass and Randy J. Moeller were appointed as executors on April 24, 2026.

When did Barbara J. Moeller die?

The notice states she died on or about April 10, 2026.

Probate — Fort Madison (ESPR013123)

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The Lee County District Court admitted Barbara J. Moeller’s November 15, 2018 will to probate and appointed Wade W. Sass and Randy J. Moeller as executors. Interested parties must act quickly to contest the will within statutory deadlines.

Key Takeaways

Will admitted to probate on April 24, 2026
Executors appointed: Wade W. Sass and Randy J. Moeller
Deadline to contest: later of four months from 2nd publication or one month from mailing
Decedent died on or about April 10, 2026

Published: May 19, 2026 · today
Category: Probate
City: Fort Madison
Case #: ESPR013123

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If you don't respond

If you do not bring an action to set aside the will by the later of four months after the second publication or one month after mailing, you will generally lose the right to contest the will under Iowa law.

What to do next

1
Confirm receipt of mailed notice
If you are an heir or devisee, check for the mailed notice and note its date to determine the one-month challenge deadline.
2
Calculate contest deadline
Determine the later of four months after the second publication or one month after mailing; prepare to file in Lee County District Court before that date.
3
Consult an estate attorney
Contact a probate attorney promptly to review the will and advise whether to file an action to set it aside.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to contest the will of Barbara J. Moeller?: You must file an action within the later of four months from the second publication of the notice or one month from when the notice was mailed to heirs and devisees.
Who are the executors of the estate?: Wade W. Sass and Randy J. Moeller were appointed as executors on April 24, 2026.
When did Barbara J. Moeller die?: The notice states she died on or about April 10, 2026.

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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 estate affairs, pay debts, and distribute assets under the will.
devisees: People or entities named in a will to receive real property or other gifts.

Full Notice Text

Public Notice Public NoticeIN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY INTHE MATTER OF THE ESTATEOF BARBARA J. MOELLER , Deceased	 PROBATE NO. ESPR013123NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTORS AND NOTICE TOCREDITORSTo all persons interested in the Estate of Barbara J. Moeller, Deceased,who died on or about April 10, 2026:You are hereby notified that on April 24, 2026, the Last Will andTestament of Barbara J. Moeller, deceased, bearing the date ofNovember 15, 2018, was admitted to probate in the above-namedCourt and that Wade W. Sass and Randy J. Moeller were appointed asExecutors of the Estate of Barbara J. Moeller. Any action to set asidethe Will must be brought in the District Court of said county within thelater to occur of four months from the date of the second publicationof this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to allheirs of the Decedent and devisees under

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