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Beulah “Boots” M. WrightPassing: April 5, 2026

Service:

Chastain Funeral Home

Funeral Service

Thursday, April 9th @ 11:00am

Visitation:

Chastain Funeral Home

Wednesday, April 8th @ 4:00pm-7:00pm

Thursday, April 9th @ 10:00am-11:00am

Cemetery:

Tunnelton Cemetery

Thursday, April 9th

TUNNELTON – Beulah “Boots” M. Wright, 90, passed away Sunday, April 5, 2026, at her residence.

Born July 23, 1935, in Jessamine County, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Harlan and Ora (Adams) Whittaker.  She married William “Bill” Wright on December 29, 1961 and he survives.

Boots was the Postmaster at the Tunnelton Post Office for 45 years.  She was a devout Christian and was a member of the Tunnelton United Methodist Church.  Boots was a fantastic cook, baker and candy maker.  She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who loved doting on her grandchildren.

Surviving are her husband, William “Bill” Wright of Tunnelton; children, Craig (Alfredia) Thomas of Bedford and Jamie (Karen) Wright of Noblesville; grandchildren, McKenzie (James) McDonald, Dylan Thomas, Evan Wright, Ava Wright, and Cory Thomas; and great-granddaughter, Madisyn Thomas.

Her parents; infant daughter, Sherri Lynn Wright; and siblings, Katherine Stevens, Otis Whittaker, Charles Whittaker, and Edwina Coe, preceded her in death.

Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 9, in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center.  Burial will be in Tunnelton Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, and from 10:00 a.m. until the service on Thursday at the funeral home.

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15 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Sandy Schwabe | IN
    Date: April 9, 2026
    We are sorry for the loss of Boots. We loved her very much and she was a wonderful person. Jim and I would have come to her service, but I am laid up in the nursing home because of my broken hip. - Sandy
  2. Guest: Randy Allen | Bedford, Indiana
    Date: April 8, 2026
    Very sorry to hear of the passing of Boots Wright. I remember her and her connection to Tunnelton. Prayers and condolences to the family, Bill, Craig, Jamie and all others.
  3. Guest: Tammie George | Bedford
    Date: April 8, 2026
    Boots was such a wonderful lady. I worked at Dr. Weirs office for over 35 years and Boots was always one of my favorite patients. She loved talking about her sons and grandchildren and how proud she was of them. She would always bring the staff one of her delicious homemade coffee cakes or sometimes cookies. Whatever she made we knew it was going to be good. My thoughts and prayers are with all her family.
  4. Guest: Eddie Hatfield | Mitchell
    Date: April 7, 2026
    Bill, sorry for your loss.Prayers to you sir.
  5. Guest: Angi Wesner Bond | Bedford, IN
    Date: April 6, 2026
    Huge hugs Craig, Jamie, Billy, and families! My heart is breaking for you all. Bootsie was so special to me and so many! One of the sweetest people I've ever known! My school mom. Always a smile and the best hugs ever! I am so sorry I won't be able to attend.in person, but I will be holding you all in my heart and prayers! Heaven gained an angel for sure!
  6. Guest: Shelley (Johnson) Wigley | MITCHELL
    Date: April 6, 2026
    Bill and family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Boots was a special lady loved by many. Prayers for comfort during this difficult time.
  7. Guest: Jerry and Linda Scoggan | Orleans, Indiana
    Date: April 6, 2026
    God's blessings for the family. Prayers from Fishing Creek Christian Chapel Family
  8. Guest: Joanne Jeffries Johnson | Oolitic, IN
    Date: April 6, 2026
    So very sorry to hear your sad news. Praying God will give you His peace. Heaven is real & you have a lot to look forward to, so keep looking up. Our redemption is drawing near!! Now Boots knows Jesus face-to-face. Someday very soon we will, too. Sending hugs from my heart to Craig & Alfredia, & prayers for all the family.
  9. Guest: Susan Douglas | Oolitic
    Date: April 6, 2026
    I know you all will miss her! She probably was the rock of the family! I'm sorry for your loss in my thoughts and prayers!
  10. Guest: Kara Stephan | Scottsboro
    Date: April 6, 2026
    Condolences to the family. Boots was a great lady!
  11. Guest: Merian & Wanda Jones | Osteen, Florida
    Date: April 6, 2026
    May God's arms wrap around you to give you peace and comfort.
  12. Guest: Michelle Porter | Orleans indiana
    Date: April 6, 2026
    Bill, I am so sorry. We loved visiting with you and Boots and will miss her. Keeping all your family in my prayers
  13. Guest: Teresa King | Mitchell IN
    Date: April 6, 2026
    She was such a great fellow Poatmaster always willing to help. She will be missed. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
  14. Guest: Joshua DuBois | Louisville KY
    Date: April 6, 2026
    I’m deeply saddened by the passing of my Aunt Bootsie on Easter—a day that reminds us of hope, renewal, and everlasting life. Though I hadn’t seen her in many years, she has always held a place in my heart. Life may have created distance, but it never erased the love and connection of family. I will always remember her for the warmth and kindness she brought into this world. I find comfort in believing she is now at peace, embraced by God’s love. She will be missed and remembered with love. Praying for comfort, strength, and peace for our family during this difficult time. Rest in eternal peace, Aunt Bootsie.
  15. Guest: C. Michael Whittaker | Cincinnati, Ohio
    Date: April 6, 2026
    Aunt Bootsie, was a wonderful Aunt. I regret not seeing her, Kate and Edwina more.

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