of West Memphis, AR
January 4, 1944 - April 26, 2025
Chadd Lanier Durrett, Jr., 81, of West Memphis, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 26th. He was born January 4, 1944, in El Dorado to Chadd and Faye Durrett. He was raised in Strong, Ark., and graduated from Strong High School in 1961.
He graduated from the University of Arkansas, where he was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity. He received his law degree from the University of Arkansas in 1969. He married the love of his life Leta on January 28, 1967. After he passed the bar exam, they moved to West Memphis, where he practiced law for 53 years. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in West Memphis for 56 years. He served in numerous leadership roles in the church, but was most proud to have served as chair of the Building Committee, which was tasked with renovating the church. He also served on the Board of Directors for Crittenden Memorial Hospital and Methodist Hospital in Memphis. He was a proud charter member of Poker Point Hunting Club. He had a deep love for his Lord, Jesus Christ, his family, his friends, and his Razorbacks.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his big brother, Gregory Lanier Durrett. He is survived by his wife Leta, his sons Greg and wife Holly of Franklin, Tenn., Matt and wife Shelly of Fayetteville, Ark., grandchildren Elizabeth, Lauren, Piper, and Paige, and his sister Martha Phelps of Craig, Colo.
Visitation will be held Thursday May 1st at 9:00 a.m., at First United Methodist Church in West Memphis, with a memorial service to follow at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to the First United Methodist Church of West Memphis, or to the charity of your choice.
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9 Condolence(s)
Danielle Stevens
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Chad's death. My sincerst condolences to the family. It seems ironic that this was the same month my own dad passed away. My mother and daddy married in November of 66 and then she went to work for Chad. His wife and my mother were pregnant at the same time, I was born the day before Greg. It all seems so long ago, but my mother had nothing but good memories and things to say while working for him. All the things she learned there have come in very handy when daddy passed. I know Chad made a huge impression on my mother and in all he worked with in West Memphis.
Kate Dickson
Friday, May 23, 2025
So sorry to hear of Chadd's death. I can think of so many fun times I had with Chadd and Leta. I love you all, and wish the best of many happy memories.
Bonnie Bennett
Friday, May 16, 2025
Chadd and were classmates, growing up in the same small town. He was always a nice guy and I am sorry to hear of his passing.
Bonnie Bennett
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Chadd and were classmates, growing up in the same small town. He was always a nice guy and I am sorry to hear of his passing.
Helen Weis
Friday, May 2, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Greg and Matt
Gary Burhop
Thursday, May 1, 2025
A friend. I will miss him.
James McCarty
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Holly and the boys and I were very sad to hear this news. We hope you find some measure of comfort in the days ahead. Love, James
Shirley & HC Rudd
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Leta and Family:
We're so sorry for your loss. Chadd was a wonderful man, father and husband, and he will be missed by all who knew him. We pray that God's grace be with you and your family during this time and that Chadd's memories will bring a smile to your hearts.
HC and Shirley Rudd
Sherry Fincher
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Mr Durrett was one of the kindess attorney's I have met. Sincere and soft spoken... Prayers for this family