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May 7, 2026 Probate: Columbia, SC | South Carolina | NoticeRegistry

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Probate — Columbia (2026ES3200535)

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A probate filing for the estate of Lois Kneece Lockhart (d. 12/28/2025) names Benjamin Wayne Lockhart as personal representative and lists attorney Angela M. Kirby in Columbia, SC. This notice initiates administration of the estate under court supervision.

Key Takeaways

Decedent: Lois Kneece Lockhart, died 12/28/2025
Personal representative: Benjamin Wayne Lockhart
Probate case number: 2026ES3200535
Attorney listed: Angela M. Kirby, Columbia SC

Published: May 7, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Probate
City: Columbia
Case #: 2026ES3200535

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12 probate notices in Columbia (last 12 months)

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If you don't respond

Creditors may have limited time to present claims against the estate; missing applicable filing deadlines could bar claims. Heirs may not receive timely distributions until estate administration proceeds.

What to do next

1
For creditors: verify deadlines and file claims
Contact the attorney Angela M. Kirby or the probate court to learn the deadline and procedure for filing creditor claims under case 2026ES3200535.
2
For heirs: confirm contact and estate status
Reach out to personal representative Benjamin Wayne Lockhart to request information about inventory, timelines, and any required documentation.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the personal representative for this estate?: Benjamin Wayne Lockhart is named as the personal representative.
What is the probate case number I should reference?: The case number is 2026ES3200535.
Who is the attorney handling the estate?: Angela M. Kirby, with an address listed in Columbia, SC.

The suggestions and answers above are AI-generated for general information only. They can be wrong, and we don't take responsibility for their accuracy. Talk to a qualified professional before acting on them.

Legal terms in this notice

Personal representative: Person appointed to manage the decedent's estate, pay debts, and distribute assets.

Full Notice Text

Estate: LOIS KNEECE LOCKHART Case Number: 2026ES3200535  Date Of Death: 12/28/2025  Personal Representative: BENJAMIN WAYNE LOCKHART  Address: 1646 GOSHEN ROAD RINCON GA31326 Attorney, If Applicable: ANGELA M. KIRBY Address: 828 WOODROW STREET COLUMBIA SC 29205

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