James (Jim) Holland

Arbutus Ave., Renmore, Galway and formerly of Emyvale, Co. Monaghan and Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon.

James passed peacefully on the 8^th July in the wonderful care of The Galway Hospice.

Pre-deceased by his son Paul, his sister Ann (Barrett) and his brothers Tommy, John and Francis.

Beloved husband of Nancy and dearly loved father of Anita, Martin and Theresa.

James will be sadly missed and forever remembered by his loving family, his grandchildren Char, Fionn, Ivo, Ailbhe, Eliza and Beatrice, sons-in-law John and Grant, sister Bridie, brother Tony, extended family, neighbours and friends.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of The Galway Hospice and of St. Anne’s Ward in UHG for the care given to James in his final weeks.

May James Rest in Peace

Reposing in Áras Naofa in the grounds of St. Oliver Plunkett Church, Renmore on Friday, 11^th July from 5pm.

Removal to adjoining church at 6.30pm.

Requiem Mass in St. Oliver Plunkett Church, Renmore on Saturday, 12^th July at 11am.

A private cremation service will take place on Sunday, 13^th July in Shannon Crematorium.

The Mass can be viewed on: https://www.mcn.live/camera/st-oliver-plunkett-renmore-galway

Family flowers only, by request, donations if desired to The Galway Hospice

House Private Please

Book of condolence: If you would like to leave a personal message for the family please use the condolence book attached. The family would like to thank you for your kindness and support at this sad time.

Published On: July 10^th, 2025

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Noel and Phil Hughes Roundfort formerly Bord of Works Ballaghdreen

1 year ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Holland family at this sad time. May Jim Rest in Peace.

Nicole Healy & Brian McSharry , Gorthbrack

1 year ago

Deepest sympathy to Nancy and all the family on the passing of Jim. May he rest in peace.

Rose Flynn, Aughalustia, Ballaghaderreen

1 year ago

Sincere condolences on the passing of Jim. May he Rest in Peace. 🙏

Nancy Pat Kilker and Family

1 year ago

Deepest sympathy to my dear cousin Nancy and Family on the sad passing of Jim may he rest in peace

Owen McDonnell,Cornhill

1 year ago

Deepest sympathy to Nancy and family, his brother in law Tom and sister in law Bridie and extended family members. May Jim’s gentle soul rest in peace ..

Rosemarie Moran (Ballina)

1 year ago

Sincere condolences to Nancy and Family at this sad time.

Jim Connell

1 year ago

Sincere Condolences to Jim’s Family, I have happy memories of my time at the OPW years back when Jim was there , and having a couple of pints in his friendly little bar in Balla , RIP Jim

Maureen O Donnell,Porturlin

1 year ago

Deepest sympathy to you Nancy and your family on the death of Jim. May he rest in peace.

Susan Dignan

1 year ago

So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I remember lots of days spent with Anita in your house on the Charlestown road. He was so good to us. Great memories. God rest him. Condolences to Nancy , Anita and all the family 💔

Gerardine O’Mahony Ballaghaderreen

1 year ago

Sincere sympathy to Nancy and the family on the death of your beloved Jim. Have very fond memories of him as a great business man. May he rest in eternal peace.

Kevin and Maureen OHara, Gurteen Co Sligo

1 year ago

Condolences to Nancy and family on Jim’s passing, had some good laughs with him working with OPW Ballaghaderreen.
RIP Jim.

Bill Golden Ballaghaderreen

1 year ago

Sincere sympathy to Nancy and the family at this sad time. Worked with Jim in the OPW Ballaghaderreen. A true gent. RIP Jim

Terence Casey, Monasteraden

1 year ago

My condolences to Nancy and family on the passing of Jim, he was one nice man. May his Soul rest in peace.

Bridget Ann English /Dixon Shanahee/ Southend Essex

1 year ago

Deepest sympathy to my cousin Nancy her son , daughters and extended family on the death of Jim , may his gentle soul rest in peace 🙏

Thomas and nancy Healy Bunowna Glenamoy

1 year ago

Our deepest sympathy to all the family

MICHAEL AND MARY DOCKERY PONTOON

1 year ago

Sincere sympathy to Nancy and family on the sad passing of Jim a gentleman true and true fond memories of our time with the O P W may his gentle soul rest in peace thinking of you at this sad time

Michael and Maureen Healy Gorthbrack

1 year ago

So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing, a real gentleman, many memories of his visits hard to imagine he won’t be calling to Bunowna or Cornhill again, condolences to Nancy and all the family.

Michael and Audrey Mooney, Crossboyne.

1 year ago

Sincere condolences to Nancy and family and extended families on the passing of Jim. A character in his own way. I have great memories and learned a lot from him in my time in OPW Ballaghaderreen. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Tony And Theresa King Aughoose

1 year ago

Our Deepest Sympathy to the Holland family on the sad passing of Jim a lovely man may his gentle soul rest in peace

Miriam Mc Govern, Ballaghaderreen

1 year ago

Nancy, Anita, Martin and Theresa, I am so sad to read of the death of Jim, may the Lord have mercy on his lovely, kind, funny and gentle soul. Have many many great memories of fantastic fun nights in his pubs in Ballagh, and indeed The Black Swan in Luton!!! Thinking of ye at this sad time .

Madeline O Donnell Mullen Magheraboy Kilmovee and Castlehill Castlerea

1 year ago

Sympathy to all Jim’s family remember him In Ballaghaderreen
May he rest in peace 🙏

Pauline and Jimmy Cogan

1 year ago

Deepest sympathy to Nancy and all the family RIP Jim.

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