Probate — PO Box 899, Meridian, TX (P08810)

What to do next

1. 1

   Prepare your claim

   Assemble documentation showing the debt or claim amount owed by the decedent and the basis for it.

2. 2

   Mail your claim

   Send your claim to John A. Hastings III, PO Box 899, Meridian, TX 76665; note Letters Testamentary were issued May 4, 2026.

3. 3

   Consult an attorney

   If unsure of claim validity or deadlines, contact an attorney promptly to protect your rights before the estate closes.

Frequently asked questions

Who should I send a claim to for Billy Wayne Essex's estate?

Send your claim to John A. Hastings III, Attorney at Law, PO Box 899, Meridian, TX 76665.

What is the deadline to file a claim against the estate?

Claims must be submitted within the time and manner prescribed by Texas law and before the estate is closed; no specific date is listed.

What does 'Letters Testamentary' mean?

It means the court has authorized Jerroll Wayne Essex to act as executor and manage the estate.