NOTICE TO CREDITORS ALL PERSONS, firms and corporations having claims against Frederick Earle Smith, deceased, of Durham County, N.C., are notified to exhibit the same to the undersigned on or before (April 27, 2026), or this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment. This January 8, 2026. Lillie Smith c/o FSLO 2310 S. Miami Blvd. Ste. 240, Durham, NC 27703 IPL0304136 Jan 9,16,23,30 2026