When was the will admitted to probate?

The will was admitted to probate on May 4, 2026, by the Tama County District Court.

Who are the executors of the estate?

Larry J. Eastman Jr. and Marilyn K. Mooney were appointed as executors.

How do creditors file a claim against the estate?

Creditors must file duly authenticated claims with the Tama County clerk by the stated deadlines.

What happens if I don't file a claim on time?

If you miss the deadline (the later of four months from the second publication or one month from mailing), your claim is forever barred.

Probate — 18385 590th Street, Nevada, IA (06861 ESPR007526)

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The Iowa District Court for Tama County admitted the will of Linda Lee Kunc (d. April 18, 2026) to probate and appointed Larry J. Eastman Jr. and Marilyn K. Mooney as executors. Creditors must file claims by specific deadlines or be barred.

Key Takeaways

Will admitted to probate on May 4, 2026
Executors: Larry J. Eastman Jr. and Marilyn K. Mooney
Claims barred if not filed within statutory deadlines
Debts should be paid immediately to the executors

Published: May 15, 2026 · 6 days ago
Category: Probate
City: Nevada
Address: 18385 590th Street, Nevada, IA

Case #

06861 ESPR007526

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If you don't respond

If claims are not filed by the later of four months from the second publication (May 22, 2026) or one month from mailing to known heirs, the claims are forever barred and cannot be paid from the estate.

What to do next

1
Contact the Executors
Send payments or inquiries to Larry J. Eastman Jr. or Marilyn K. Mooney at 18385 590th Street, Nevada, IA 50201.
2
File creditor claims
File duly authenticated claims with the Tama County clerk by the later of four months from the second publication (second pub May 22, 2026) or one month after mailing to known heirs.
3
Consult the estate attorney
Contact Franklin J. Feilmeyer at New Point Law Firm, P.O. Box 847, Ames, IA 50010 for legal questions about filing or the will.

Frequently asked questions

When was the will admitted to probate?: The will was admitted to probate on May 4, 2026, by the Tama County District Court.
Who are the executors of the estate?: Larry J. Eastman Jr. and Marilyn K. Mooney were appointed as executors.
How do creditors file a claim against the estate?: Creditors must file duly authenticated claims with the Tama County clerk by the stated deadlines.
What happens if I don't file a claim on time?: If you miss the deadline (the later of four months from the second publication or one month from mailing), your claim is forever barred.

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Legal terms in this notice

admitted to probate: Court accepted the will as valid so the estate can be administered.
executor: Person appointed to manage the deceased's estate and carry out the will.
devisees: People named in the will to receive property or assets.
claims barred: Creditors lose the right to have their claims paid if not filed in time.

Full Notice Text

IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR TAMA COUNTY
IN THE MATTER OFTHE ESTATE OF
Linda Lee Kunc, Deceased.Probate No. 06861 ESPR007526
NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR ANDNOTICE TO CREDITORS
Linda Lee Kunc died on or about April 18, 2026. On May 4, 2026, the Iowa District Court admitted the will of Linda Lee Kunc, dated March 6, 2026, to probate and appointed Larry J Eastman Jr and Marilyn K Mooney as Executors. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the Iowa District Court for Tama County within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable or thereafter be forever barred.All persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the Executors. Creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above-named court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred.
Larry J Eastman JrMarilyn K Mooney18385 590th StreetNevada, IA 50201ExecutorsFranklin J FeilmeyerNew Point Law Firm, plcP.O. Box 847Ames, IA 50010Attorney for ExecutorPublished in the Tama-Toledo News Chronicle May 15 and 22, 2026 L80301