What is 'proof of will without administration'?

It means the court has admitted the will to probate but no executor or formal estate administration will occur now.

How long do I have to challenge the will?

You must file in Polk County within the later of four months after May 17, 2026 or one month after mailing to ascertainable heirs.

Who is the proponent of the will?

Heidi L. Blachley is listed as the proponent of the will.

Probate — 4200 University Avenue, Suite 424, West Des Moines, IA (ESPR086114)

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Will

Affects:HeirsGeneral Public

The Polk County District Court admitted the July 31, 2013 will of Carolynn M. Blachley to probate on April 28, 2026 and declared there will be no present administration. Interested parties have limited time to challenge the will or lose the right to do so.

Key Takeaways

Will of Carolynn M. Blachley probated April 28, 2026
No present administration of the estate
Deadline to challenge: later of four months after 2nd publication or one month after mailing
Second publication date: May 17, 2026
Heidi L. Blachley is the proponent; attorney contact provided

Deadline · Claims Deadline

September 17, 2026

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Published

May 17, 2026 · 2 days ago

What to do next

1
Determine if you are an affected heir or devisee
Review the will or contact the attorney to confirm if you are named; do this before the challenge deadline.
2
Note the challenge deadline
Calendar the later of four months from May 17, 2026 (September 17, 2026) or one month from mailing to ascertainable heirs and file in Polk County District Court if contesting.
3
Contact the estate attorney
Email Steven C. Despotovich at steve@iowawillsprobate.com or call the West Des Moines office for copies or questions.

Frequently asked questions

What is 'proof of will without administration'?: It means the court has admitted the will to probate but no executor or formal estate administration will occur now.
How long do I have to challenge the will?: You must file in Polk County within the later of four months after May 17, 2026 or one month after mailing to ascertainable heirs.
Who is the proponent of the will?: Heidi L. Blachley is listed as the proponent of the will.
Where can I get more information or legal help?: Contact the estate attorney Steven C. Despotovich at Wilson Deege Despotovich Riemenschneider & Rittgers, PLC, 4200 University Avenue, Suite 424, West Des Moines, or steve@iowawillsprobate.com.

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Legal terms in this notice

Proof of will without administration: Court acceptance of a will where no executor or administration is appointed now.
Proponent: Person who presents the will to the court for probate.
Devisees: People named in the will to receive property or gifts.

Full Notice Text

IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR Polk COUNTY
CASE NO. ESPR086114
NOTICE OF PROOF OF WILL WITHOUT ADMINISTRATION
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Carolynn M. Blachley
To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Carolynn M. Blachley, who died on or about March 28, 2026:
You are hereby notified that on April 28, 2026, the last will and testament of Carolynn M. Blachley, bearing the date of July 31, 2013, was admitted to probate in the above named court and there will be no present administration of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of the 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 all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.
Dated on April 28, 2026
Heidi L. Blachley, Proponent
Attorney for Estate: 
Steven C. Despotovich, ICIS#: AT0002014
Wilson Deege Despotovich Riemenschneider & Rittgers, PLC
4200 University Avenue, Suite 424
West Des Moines, IA  50266
steve@iowawillsprobate.com
Date of Second Publication: May 17, 2026
May 10, 17 2026
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