STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CABARRUS 26E000224-120 In the Matter of the Estate Of Cara Elizabeth Kepley Shuping NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Cara Elizabeth Kepley Shuping deceased, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the said decedent to exhibit them to the Cabarrus County Clerk of Court on or before July 6, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate are notified to make immediate payment. This the 5th day of April, 2026. Sudha Ratan Executor Brian P. Hayes Attorney Ferguson Hayes Hawkins, PLLC P. O. Box 444 Concord, NC 28026 IPL0328257 Apr 5,12,19,26 2026