When they were children, Melvin and Byron McCree grew up as brothers in one of Flint's history-making families.
Today, as the end nears in Melvin McCree's political career, the two are growing further apart in a family feud that's already become very public and seems to be getting nastier by the hour.
Byron McCree was appointed temporary guardian and conservator for his brother last week after testifying that Melvin McCree, the county register of deeds, was becoming increasingly delusional and could no longer take care of himself.
Melvin McCree had his say, filing a Probate Court petition to end his brother's involvement in his affairs, suggesting his brother did not have his best interests at heart, and appearing before the county Board of Commissioners, to say he was still able to function on his own.
Family Feud:
Genesee County Register of Deeds Melvin McCree is trying to end his brother Byron's temporary control of his affairs. Here's some of what happened in advance of a filing Melvin McCree made in Genesee County Probate Court:
• Jan. 20, 2006: Melvin McCree files a document granting his brother durable power of attorney, giving him the legal authority to act on his behalf in some matters.
• March 20, 2008: Byron McCree files a petition for hospitalization of his brother, saying he believes he is suffering from mental illness.
• March 27, 2008: Byron McCree files two quit claim deeds, transferring the rights of Melvin McCree in two properties to the two brothers jointly.
• March 31, 2008: Melvin McCree files a legal notice revoking the power of attorney he had given his brother more than two years earlier.
• April 1: Byron McCree files a petition for appointment of a temporary conservator and guardian for his brother, saying he can no longer manage his own affairs. He is appointed to both positions on a temporary basis by Judge Jennie Barkey.
• April 2: Melvin McCree announces his retirement as county register effective May 2 because of continuing health problems and asks a three-member panel to begin work on appointing a replacement to fill out his term.
• Friday: Barkey files an order, authorizing Byron McCree to change how and when his brother's retirement benefit is paid.
• Wednesday: Melvin McCree files a Probate Court petition, claiming his brother has depleted his bank account and "is not motivated by my best interest." A hearing on the petition has been scheduled for Friday.
Source: Genesee County Register of Deeds and Genesee County Probate Court documents
Full Article: Hearing set for Friday in family feud over guardianship for Register of Deeds Melvin McCree
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Genesee County's longtime Register of Deeds Melvin McCree ruled unable to care for himself; brother appointed to manage affairs
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McCree asks court to remove guardian
Today, as the end nears in Melvin McCree's political career, the two are growing further apart in a family feud that's already become very public and seems to be getting nastier by the hour.
Byron McCree was appointed temporary guardian and conservator for his brother last week after testifying that Melvin McCree, the county register of deeds, was becoming increasingly delusional and could no longer take care of himself.
Melvin McCree had his say, filing a Probate Court petition to end his brother's involvement in his affairs, suggesting his brother did not have his best interests at heart, and appearing before the county Board of Commissioners, to say he was still able to function on his own.
Family Feud:
Genesee County Register of Deeds Melvin McCree is trying to end his brother Byron's temporary control of his affairs. Here's some of what happened in advance of a filing Melvin McCree made in Genesee County Probate Court:
• Jan. 20, 2006: Melvin McCree files a document granting his brother durable power of attorney, giving him the legal authority to act on his behalf in some matters.
• March 20, 2008: Byron McCree files a petition for hospitalization of his brother, saying he believes he is suffering from mental illness.
• March 27, 2008: Byron McCree files two quit claim deeds, transferring the rights of Melvin McCree in two properties to the two brothers jointly.
• March 31, 2008: Melvin McCree files a legal notice revoking the power of attorney he had given his brother more than two years earlier.
• April 1: Byron McCree files a petition for appointment of a temporary conservator and guardian for his brother, saying he can no longer manage his own affairs. He is appointed to both positions on a temporary basis by Judge Jennie Barkey.
• April 2: Melvin McCree announces his retirement as county register effective May 2 because of continuing health problems and asks a three-member panel to begin work on appointing a replacement to fill out his term.
• Friday: Barkey files an order, authorizing Byron McCree to change how and when his brother's retirement benefit is paid.
• Wednesday: Melvin McCree files a Probate Court petition, claiming his brother has depleted his bank account and "is not motivated by my best interest." A hearing on the petition has been scheduled for Friday.
Source: Genesee County Register of Deeds and Genesee County Probate Court documents
Full Article: Hearing set for Friday in family feud over guardianship for Register of Deeds Melvin McCree
See also:
Genesee County's longtime Register of Deeds Melvin McCree ruled unable to care for himself; brother appointed to manage affairs
Melvin P. McCree speaks to Genesee County board; Fights to remove guardian explaining, 'Nobody kicks my butt'
McCree asks court to remove guardian
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