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Note: This is a sample template for a Will for a married couple. Wording and details may vary depending on specific circumstances and local regulations. Please customize accordingly.
Sample Will Template for a Married Couple
Parties Involved:
Testator 1: Michael Johnson
Address: 789 Oak Street, Springfield, IL 62704
Testator 2: Emily Johnson
Address: 789 Oak Street, Springfield, IL 62704
Revocation of Previous Wills:
We hereby revoke all prior wills and codicils made by either of us.
Executor(s):
We nominate and appoint ________________________ as our sole executor to administer our estate in accordance with this will.
Disposal of Property:
Upon the death of the first spouse, all assets shall pass to the surviving spouse. After the death of the surviving spouse, our estate shall be distributed as follows:
- Our jointly owned property at 789 Oak Street shall pass to our children: Alice Johnson and Robert Johnson.
- Our individual bank accounts shall be distributed equally among our children, or as specified in separate codicils.
- Any personal effects, jewelry, or heirlooms shall be divided equally among our children.
Specific Bequests and Trusts:
We may specify particular gifts or establish trusts for beneficiaries as desired, outlined in separate codicils or attachments.
Residual Estate:
All remaining assets not specifically disposed of shall pass to our children equally, or as specified.
In witness whereof, we have signed this will on this ____ day of ____________, 20____.
Michael Johnson
Emily Johnson
Signed by Michael Johnson and Emily Johnson as their Will in the presence of us, who, at their request and in their presence, have hereunto subscribed our names as witnesses:
Witness 1: ________________________
Address: ______________________
Date: _________________________
Witness 2: ________________________
Address: ______________________
Date: _________________________
