[WSBAPT] "Beneficiary" or Not?

[Inge Fordham]

I am handling a probate where the decedent reserved an option in his will for his ex-wife (and her current husband) to purchase real property.  If they didn’t want to purchase the property, it would go to the decedent’s children.  Decedent subsequently entered into a REK with ex-wife and current husband (no question as to validity).  My question is whether ex-wife and current husband are beneficiaries under the will (and thus should be listed in the petition and provided with the notice of appointment)?

Thanks,

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