Arlene Chaudoin Durrett Shepherd, 94, of Greensburg, KY (formerly of Shepherdsville, KY), returned to her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 in Greensburg. She was born May 3, 1931 in Green County, a daughter of the late Helen Harrison Milby Chaudoin and James Milton "Joe" Chaudoin.

Arlene's life was a testament to love, faith, and family. A member of Eastern Gate Baptist Church, Arlene was a woman of unwavering Christian faith. She read her Bible regularly and faithfully attended church when her health allowed. She possessed an exceptional ability to see the good in others, rarely uttering a negative word about anyone. This kindness and respect for others defined her character, making Arlene a pillar of strength and stability for her family.

With a legendary sweet tooth and a wonderful sense of humor, Arlene's passion for life was evident in her many hobbies and interests. She loved fishing, proudly displaying her trophy bass in her kitchen for visitors to see. She was an avid reader and could often be found solving word puzzles. She also displayed her creativity through various arts and crafts projects. Last, but certainly not least, she was a formidable and competitive Rummy 500 player.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands: Ores Durrett and Edward Shepherd; her siblings: William Chaudoin, Bonita Chaudoin, Harold Chaudoin, Garland "Cotton" Chaudoin, Cornella Williams, Joyce Marr, Lera DeSpain and Hallie Sharpe; and 4 grandchlldren.

SURVIVORS:

5 children: Greg (Lisa) Durrett, Stan (Kathy) Durrett, Barry Durrett, Millicent Durrett; and Patricia (Blaine) Daugherty

5 step-children: Dean Shepherd, David Clinton (Cindy) Shepherd, Dennis Shepherd, Connie Starr, and Susan (Tom) Bernardi

26 grandchildren; 45 great grandchildren & 7 great-great-grandchildren

A host of other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Friday, September 26, 2025 at 11:00amCT at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg, KY with Bro. Daniel Marcum officiating

Visitation: After 9:00amCT on Friday

Burial: Greensburg City Cemetery

The family has requested that expressions of sympathy be donations to the Gideons for Bibles and can be made at the funeral home.