This case involved a trial of issues arising from an application by Jack Sentineal, as estate trustee for his father Frederick Clement Sentineal, to pass his accounts.
The defendant, Jeffrey Sentineal, opposed the accounts, alleging breaches of fiduciary duty, misappropriation of assets, and unreasonable delay by the trustee.
The court addressed disputes over estate assets, including real estate and chattels, and the financial dealings of a family business (Queen’s Royal Tours Inc.).
The court found that Jeffrey had converted certain estate chattels and contributed significantly to the delay in estate administration.
Jack was found responsible for a late tax filing but otherwise discharged his duties reasonably.
The court approved the estate accounts with adjustments, awarded Jack executor's compensation, and referred legal fees for assessment.
