What does a citation by publication mean for me?

It means the court is publicly notifying unknown heirs because their addresses are unknown; you should check the full notice for response instructions.

Who filed the probate application and when?

Michael Rountree filed the probate application on May 6, 2026.

What happens if I am an heir and I ignore this notice?

The court may decide the matter without you, potentially affecting your inheritance rights.

Probate — Meridian (P08819)

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This is a citation by publication in a probate case (Cause No. P08819) notifying the unknown heirs of Virginia Louise Rountree that Michael Rountree filed an application on May 6, 2026 related to her estate. Recipients must respond or appear as instructed or risk default proceedings.

Key Takeaways

Application filed by Michael Rountree on May 6, 2026
Notice sent to unknown heirs of Virginia Louise Rountree
This is a citation by publication in a probate matter
Failure to respond may result in court action without your input

Published: May 14, 2026 · 5 days ago
Category: Probate
City: Meridian
Case #: P08819

Research context

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If you don't respond

If an unknown heir does not respond or appear as directed, the court may proceed without their input, possibly approving the application and affecting inheritance rights. The filing date is May 6, 2026; respond by any court-specified deadline in the full citation.

What to do next

1
Obtain the full citation
Get the full published notice from the Bosque County clerk or local paper to find deadlines and hearing dates.
2
Contact the filing attorney
Reach out to Patricia Ferguson at the Clifton address listed (815 W 5th St, Clifton, TX 76634) for details about the application and how to respond.
3
File a response with the court
If you believe you are an heir, file a written response or appearance in Cause No. P08819 by the court's deadline shown in the full notice.

Frequently asked questions

What does a citation by publication mean for me?: It means the court is publicly notifying unknown heirs because their addresses are unknown; you should check the full notice for response instructions.
Who filed the probate application and when?: Michael Rountree filed the probate application on May 6, 2026.
What happens if I am an heir and I ignore this notice?: The court may decide the matter without you, potentially affecting your inheritance rights.

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Legal terms in this notice

Citation by publication: A public notice placed in a newspaper when a person’s whereabouts are unknown for required legal notice.
Application (in probate): A formal request to the court to take an action regarding a deceased person's estate.

Full Notice Text

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