The court proceedings on August 5, 2025, focused on the estate of Zena Harrison, who passed away on October 16, 2021. The hearing aimed to establish the heirs of Harrison's estate, as she died intestate, meaning without a will.
Two witnesses, Andre Carrington and Dr. Lashonda Willis, provided testimony regarding their relationship with Harrison. Carrington, a longtime coworker and friend, stated they had known each other for approximately 22 years. Dr. Willis, a friend from church, confirmed a friendship spanning nearly 29 years. Both witnesses affirmed that Harrison had no children, was never married, and was survived by her brother Gary, while her other brother Daryl and mother Mary Jean had passed away.
Gary Harrison, the applicant and brother of the decedent, testified about his sister's lack of a will and the necessity of administering her estate to collect assets and settle debts. He mentioned that Zena owned a 2018 or 2019 Nissan Rogue valued at around $12,000 and had a frozen bank account with an undisclosed amount.
The court concluded that the heirs of Zena Harrison were those listed in the judgment declaring heirship. The attorney at litem, Miss Baloo, was discharged with a fee of $650. The proceedings underscored the importance of having a will to avoid complications in estate management, especially in cases of intestacy.