Iris L. Bohannon, 90, passed away peacefully at her home on October 21, 2026. She was born on October 31, 1935, in New Albany, Indiana, and spent her life creating cherished memories with her family and enjoying the simple pleasures that brought her happiness.
Iris retired from Personal Appearance Dry Cleaners. In her free time, she enjoyed visiting flea markets, traveling, making quilts, and crocheting. She had a creative spirit and a love for discovering treasures, making things by hand, and sharing her time with those she loved. Her family will remember her for the memories they shared, the traditions she helped create, and the lasting impact she made on their lives.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis Nance and Edith Barker Nance; her husband, Robert R. Bohannon; her sisters, Josephine Mattingly and Margaret Atwood; and her stepsons, Robert M. Bohannon and Alan D. Bohannon.
Iris is survived by her children, Earl L. Wright, Edith J. Waterbury, Terry L. Wright (Diane), Danny R. Wright, Tracy S. Higdon (Gary), Eltheda M. Smithson (Jeff), and Bobby E. Wright (Michelle); along with many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews who will continue to cherish her memory. She is also survived by her beloved dog, Maxie.
Visitation will be held at Kraft Funeral Service, 2776 Charlestown Road, New Albany, Indiana, on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at the funeral home, with private entombment to follow at Kraft Graceland Memorial Park. Following the funeral service, family and friends will gather at North Charlestown Church of God, 2101 Edgewood Drive, Charlestown, Indiana 47111 for a meal to celebrate her life.
Iris will be deeply missed by her loving family and all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her memory will live on through the generations of family she leaves behind and the many treasured moments they shared.
