What is a final account in probate?

A final account lists all estate transactions and proposed distributions, submitted by the fiduciary for court approval.

When must I file objections to the account?

File written exceptions at least five days before the June 29, 2026 hearing and provide a copy to the fiduciary.

Where and when is the hearing?

The hearing is June 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in the Probate Court of Defiance County, Ohio.

Probate — Defiance (00005391)

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The 23rd and final account for the estate of Estella D. Siler, handled by The Bank, State trustee, has been filed and will be heard in Defiance County Probate Court on June 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Interested parties may file written objections beforehand.

Key Takeaways

Final account filed for Estella D. Siler's estate
Hearing set for June 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
File written exceptions five days before the hearing
Exceptions must be copied to the fiduciary

Published: May 16, 2026 · 3 days ago
Category: Probate
City: Defiance
Case #: 00005391

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If you don't respond

If you fail to file written exceptions at least five days before June 29, 2026, you likely waive the right to object to the final account at the hearing.

What to do next

1
Review the final account
Obtain and review the 23rd and final account from the probate clerk well before June 24, 2026.
2
File written exceptions if needed
Submit written objections by June 24, 2026 (five days before the June 29 hearing) and serve a copy on the fiduciary.
3
Attend the hearing
Appear at the Defiance County Probate Court on June 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. to present objections or learn the court's decision.

Frequently asked questions

What is a final account in probate?: A final account lists all estate transactions and proposed distributions, submitted by the fiduciary for court approval.
When must I file objections to the account?: File written exceptions at least five days before the June 29, 2026 hearing and provide a copy to the fiduciary.
Where and when is the hearing?: The hearing is June 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in the Probate Court of Defiance County, Ohio.

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Legal terms in this notice

Account (final account): A detailed report of all estate receipts, expenses, and distributions prepared by the trustee or executor.
Fiduciary: The person or institution managing the estate who must act in beneficiaries' best interests.
Exceptions: Written objections to the account or actions of the fiduciary to be considered by the court.

Full Notice Text

Case No. 00005391
The 23rd and final account of Bank, The State trustee of the estate  of Siler, Estella D. No. 00005391 has been filed and will be set for hearing on 06/29/2026 at 10:00 a.m. in the Probate Court of Defiance County, Ohio. Exceptions thereto shall be filed in writing and a copy thereof given to the fiduciary five days prior to the date of hearing.

JEFFREY A.
STRAUSBAUGH
PROBATE JUDGE

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The State Bank, as trustee of the estate of Estella D. Siler, filed the 23rd and final account for the estate; a probate court hearing is set for June 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in Defiance County to consider the account and any objections.

May 16, 2026ProbateDefiance

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