How long do I have to contest Bonnie Linman's will?

You must bring an action within the later of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from mailing to heirs/devisees.

Who are the executors of the estate?

Cora Lahr and Gordon Haefner were appointed co-executors on March 27, 2026.

What should creditors do to make a claim?

Creditors should present their claims to the estate promptly and follow court procedures before the challenge deadline.

Probate — Sac County (Espr 015562)

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The March 27, 2026 will of Bonnie L. Linman was admitted to probate in Sac County; Cora Lahr and Gordon Haefner were named co-executors. Creditors and interested persons must act promptly to challenge the will or make claims.

Key Takeaways

Will admitted to probate on March 27, 2026
Cora Lahr and Gordon Haefner appointed co-executors
Deadline to challenge will: later of four months from second publication or one month from mailing
Creditors should present claims promptly

Published: May 14, 2026 · 5 days ago
Category: Probate
City: Sac County
Case #: Espr 015562

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If you don't respond

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

What to do next

1
Determine your relationship to the decedent
If you are an heir, devisee, or creditor, confirm you received mailed notice and note the applicable challenge deadline.
2
Consult an attorney about contesting the will
If you intend to challenge the will, contact a probate attorney immediately to file suit before the later of the four-month or one-month deadline.
3
Submit creditor claims
If you are a creditor, prepare and present your claim to the estate promptly according to Iowa probate rules.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to contest Bonnie Linman's will?: You must bring an action within the later of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from mailing to heirs/devisees.
Who are the executors of the estate?: Cora Lahr and Gordon Haefner were appointed co-executors on March 27, 2026.
What should creditors do to make a claim?: Creditors should present their claims to the estate promptly and follow court procedures before the challenge deadline.

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Legal terms in this notice

probate: The court process that validates a will and appoints persons to handle the estate.
co-executors: Two people appointed to jointly manage and settle the deceased's estate.
devisees: People named in a will to receive property or gifts from the estate.

Full Notice Text

ProbateTHE IOWA DISTRICT COURT SACCOUNTYCase No. Espr 015562NOTICE OF PROBATEOF WILL, OF APPOINTMENTOF CO-EXECUTORS, ANDNOTICE TO CREDITORSIN THE MATTER OFTHE ESTATE OFBONNIE L. LINMAN, Deceased	 To All Persons Interested in the Estateof Bonnie L. Linman, Deceased, who diedon or about March 12, 2026:	 You are hereby notified that on March27, 2026, the Last Will and Testamentof Bonnie L. Linman, deceased, bearingdate of February 20, 2026, was admittedto probate in the above-named court andthat Cora Lahr and Gordon Haefner wereappointed Co-Executors of the estate. Anyaction to set aside the will must be broughtin the district court of said county withinthe later to occur of four months from thedate of the second publication of this noticeor one month from the date of mailing ofthis notice to all heirs of the decedent anddevisees

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