REED, J.
Inge Shippy appeals a trial court decision which held that she is not the surviving spouse of decedent, James Shippy, because their marriage was void under Alaska law. We reverse, holding that, in the circumstances of this case, Washington law applies to determine the validity of the marriage.
On February 5, 1972, James Shippy executed his last will and testament, leaving his entire estate to his then wife, Marion, if she survived him. Otherwise,...
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