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

It means the court has accepted the will as valid and authorized the executor to administer the estate.

Who was appointed executor and what can they do?

Bryan Bird was appointed executor; he can collect assets, pay debts, and distribute property under the will.

How long do I have to contest the will?

You must contest within the later of four months from the notice's second publication or one month from mailing to heirs.

Probate — Red Oak (ESPR014650)

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The Montgomery County District Court admitted the will of Bryce Richard Bird (d. March 8, 2026) to probate and appointed Bryan Bird as executor. Creditors and interested persons have limited time to contest the will or file claims against the estate.

Key Takeaways

Will of Bryce Richard Bird admitted to probate April 29, 2026
Bryan Bird appointed as executor of the estate
Deadline to contest: later of four months from second publication or one month from mailing
Creditors must present claims to the executor within the statutory period

Published: May 20, 2026 · yesterday
Category: Probate
City: Red Oak
Case #

ESPR014650

Research context

2 probate notices in Red Oak (last 12 months)

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If you don't respond

If you fail to file a claim or contest within the deadline (four months from second publication or one month from mailing), you may lose the right to contest the will or to collect on claims against the estate.

What to do next

1
Confirm receipt of notice
If you are an heir or creditor, verify whether the estate mailed this notice to you and note the mailing date.
2
Decide whether to contest or file a claim
If you intend to contest the will or assert a creditor claim, file the appropriate action in Montgomery County District Court within the specified deadlines.
3
Contact the executor
Reach out to Bryan Bird (contact info likely on court file) to present claims or seek information about estate administration.

Frequently asked questions

What does it mean that the will was admitted to probate?: It means the court has accepted the will as valid and authorized the executor to administer the estate.
Who was appointed executor and what can they do?: Bryan Bird was appointed executor; he can collect assets, pay debts, and distribute property under the will.
How long do I have to contest the will?: You must contest within the later of four months from the notice's second publication or one month from mailing to heirs.

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Legal terms in this notice

probate: Court process to validate a will and supervise distribution of a deceased person's assets.
executor: Person appointed to manage the estate, pay debts, and distribute assets per the will.
devisees: People named in a will to receive property or assets from the estate.

Full Notice Text

THE IOWA DISTRICT COURTFOR MONTGOMERY COUNTYIN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OFBRYCE RICHARD BIRD,DeceasedCASE NO. ESPR014650NOTICE OF PROBATE OFWILL, OF APPOINTMENT OFEXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TOCREDITORS	To All Persons Interested inthe Estate of Bryce Richard Bird,Deceased, who died on or aboutMarch 8, 2026:	 You are hereby notified that onApril 29, 2026, the Last Will andTestament of Bryce Richard Bird,deceased, bearing date of August29, 2013, was admitted to probatein the above-named court and thatBryan Bird was appointed Executorof the estate. Any action to setaside the will must be brought inthe district court of said countywithin the later to occur of fourmonths from the date of the sec-ond publication of this notice orone month from the date of mail-ing of this notice to all heirs of thedecedent and devisees under th

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