The couple lived in different mobile homes on the property before constructing the house in 1998.
Its a small house, but to me, its a mansion, the 76-year-old womansaid.
They, too, hold treasured memories associated with the residence.
And this is where I grew up playing in the creek, catching crawdads, and catching lightning bugs.
This was our epicenter of our family.
Arnett requested that the highway be built in front of or behind the home.
However, she was told that development and structural issues complicated that alternative.
I mean, if [they] want to build the road, thats fine.
But just leave me alone.
Build it in front of me; build it behind me.
You know, I just want to stay at my house.
Here, she pleaded.
Why did it have to come through my house?
Andy Beshears office, asking them to review their situation.
So far, they havent felt like their emotional attachment to the home was considered in their plan.
Arnett isnt interested in the money she was offered for the property.
She wants to live her remaining years in her home, DeMarchis said.
And for us to see her go through that, it breaks our heart.
I mean, its almost unimaginable what theyre putting her through right now.
So, were just asking for them to think what it really means.
The family said they have contacted the county, the transportation cabinet, and Gov.
They are forcing her to move.
They will bulldoze her house to the ground, the petition, written by Arnetts granddaughter, reads.
This is the house we raised our kids in.
This is the house where we hid Easter eggs, celebrated birthdays, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
This is the house where ALL of us escaped to when life just got too complicated.
Yes, they are buying it from her.
But, she doesnt care about the money.
She wants to live her remaining years in her home.
We have tried EVERY option to prevent this from happening.
Can you imagine this happening to your 76-year-old widowed mom?
Arnetts fervent wish is to celebrate many more birthdays, Thanksgivings, and Christmases at her home.
You know, Im not gonna be around too much longer, she said.
Why cant I stay here in the house?
People supported Arnetts cause and her wish to protect her family history
