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

It means the court accepted the will as valid and authorized estate administration under the court's supervision.

Who is the executor and what can they do?

Marcia A. Simpson is the executor; she manages estate affairs, pays debts, and distributes assets per the will.

How long do I have to challenge the will?

You must bring an action within four months of the notice's second publication or within one month after mailing to heirs/devisees.

I am a creditor — how do I make a claim?

Present your claim to the executor promptly and follow Iowa probate procedures before the stated deadlines.

Probate — Hancock (ESPR012381)

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This notice informs interested persons that Marjorie A. Sorenson’s 1992 will was admitted to probate May 5, 2026, and Marcia A. Simpson was appointed executor. Creditors must file claims or actions within statutory deadlines or risk losing rights to challenge the estate.

Key Takeaways

Will admitted to probate on May 5, 2026
Marcia A. Simpson appointed executor
Deadline to challenge will: four months from second publication
Alternative deadline: one month from mailing to heirs/devisees
Creditors should present claims promptly

Published: May 14, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Probate
City: Hancock
Case #: ESPR012381

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If you don't respond

If you fail to challenge the will within four months of the second publication or within one month after mailing to heirs/devisees, you lose the right to set aside the will or bring related actions.

What to do next

1
Verify notice publication dates
Confirm the second publication date of this notice to determine the four-month deadline for challenging the will.
2
Contact the executor
Reach out to Marcia A. Simpson to report claims or request estate information before the statutory deadlines.
3
Consult an attorney
If you intend to challenge the will or assert creditor rights, consult probate counsel immediately to meet the filing deadlines.

Frequently asked questions

What does it mean that the will was admitted to probate?: It means the court accepted the will as valid and authorized estate administration under the court's supervision.
Who is the executor and what can they do?: Marcia A. Simpson is the executor; she manages estate affairs, pays debts, and distributes assets per the will.
How long do I have to challenge the will?: You must bring an action within four months of the notice's second publication or within one month after mailing to heirs/devisees.
I am a creditor — how do I make a claim?: Present your claim to the executor promptly and follow Iowa probate procedures before the stated deadlines.

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Legal terms in this notice

Executor: Person appointed to manage the estate, pay debts, and distribute assets per the will.
Devisees: People named in the will to receive property or benefits from the estate.
Probate: Court process to validate a will and administer the deceased's estate.

Full Notice Text

IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FORHANCOCK COUNTY IN THEMATTER OF THE ESTATE OFMARJORIE A. SORENSON, DeceasedCASE NO. ESPR012381NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OFAPPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, ANDNOTICE TO CREDITORSTo All Persons Interested in the Estate ofMarjorie A. Sorenson, Deceased, who died onor about April 15, 2026:You are hereby notified that on May 5,2026, the Last Will and Testament of Mar-jorie A. Sorenson, deceased, bearing date ofJune 11, 1992, was admitted to probate in theabove-named court and that Marcia A. Simp-son was appointed Executor of the estate. Anyaction to set aside the will must be brought inthe district court of said county within the laterto occur of four months from the date of thesecond publication of this notice or one monthfrom the date of mailing of this notice to allheirs of the decedent and devisees under thewill whose identities

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