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May 20, 2026 Probate: St. Louis, MO | Missouri | NoticeRegistry

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Probate — St. Louis (26SL-PR00821)

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A small estate affidavit was filed for Harold S. Stinson, Jr., who died July 21, 2025, notifying creditors that statutory time limits apply. Creditors have one year from the decedent's death to assert claims or seek formal administration of the estate.

Key Takeaways

Small estate affidavit filed March 6, 2026
Decedent died July 21, 2025
Creditors barred one year after death (per Section 473.444, RSMo)
Creditors may ask to open formal administration

Deadline · Claims Deadline

July 21, 2026

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Published: May 20, 2026 · yesterday

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If a creditor does not assert a claim within one year of the decedent's death (by July 21, 2026), their claim may be barred under Section 473.444, RSMo; they may lose the ability to collect from the estate.

What to do next

1
Review the filed affidavit
Examine the small estate affidavit filed March 6, 2026 in the Probate Division of the 21st Judicial Circuit, St. Louis County.
2
Assert creditor claim before deadline
If you are a creditor, file a claim or request formal administration before July 21, 2026 to avoid being barred by law.
3
Contact the circuit clerk
For records or questions, contact the St. Louis County Circuit Clerk (Probate Division) referenced in the notice.

Frequently asked questions

What is a small estate affidavit and why was one filed?: A small estate affidavit lets heirs transfer certain assets without full probate; it was filed March 6, 2026 for this estate.
When does the creditor deadline expire for Harold S. Stinson, Jr.'s estate?: Creditors have one year from the death on July 21, 2025, so the deadline is July 21, 2026 under Section 473.444, RSMo.
How can a creditor get paid if they have a claim?: A creditor may request the estate be opened for formal administration so they can file and pursue their claim in probate court.

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Legal terms in this notice

Small estate affidavit: A sworn statement allowing quick transfer of certain estate assets without full probate when statutory limits are met.
Section 473.444, RSMo: Missouri law setting the one-year limit after death to file creditor claims against an estate.
Open for administration: To start formal probate proceedings so creditors can file claims and assets are distributed under court supervision.

Full Notice Text

In the Estate of HAROLD S. STINSON, JR., Deceased.
IN THE 21ST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MISSOURIJudge or Division:
PROBATE
Case Number: 26SL-PR00821
In the Estate of HAROLD S. STINSON, JR., Deceased.Notice to Creditors
(Small Estate)To All Persons Interested in the Estate of HAROLD S. STINSON, JR., Decedent.
On 03/06/2026 a small estate affidavit was filed by the distributees for the decedent under Section 473.097, RSMo, with the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of ST. LOUIS COUNTY Missouri.
All creditors of Decedent, who died on 21-JUL-2025, are notified that Section 473.444, RSMo, sets a limitation period that would bar claims one year after the death of Decedent. A creditor may request that this estate be opened for administration.
Receipt of this notice should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient may possibly have a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person's interest, if any, may possibly be determined from the affidavit on this estate filed in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of ST. LOUIS COUNTY Missouri.
Date of first publication is. May 20, 2026
JOAN M. GILMER, CIRCUIT CLERK
By: /s/ Courtney Hofstetter
Deputy Clerk
4164106 County May 20, 2026

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