ESTATE OF CLEO SMITH

This matter is on calendar for hearing on a Petition for Letters of Administration. The matter has not been properly noticed. Proof of proper publication has been filed. There is no proof of service for any parties entitled to notice. The proof of service filed May 12, 2026, fails to provide notice to the two intestate heirs listed in the Petition. The requirement of a bond has not been properly waived. Judicial Council form DE-142/DE-111(A-3e) was adopted for mandatory use effective as revised on July 1, 2017. This form is required to be used. The Court notes item 8 fails to identify the relationship of each person to the decedent; however, the attached death certificate clarifies the two parties listed are the decedent’s parents. The matter is continued to Monday, June 22, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. in Department 44 for further proceedings regarding the Petition for Letters of Administration. Petitioner is required to file and serve a new Notice of Hearing for the continued hearing date, along with a copy of the Petition, on all parties entitled to notice. No appearance is necessary on today’s calendar.