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Sheila Holian née Curtin

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Sheila Holian nee Curtin

Glebe Street, Ballinrobe.

Sheila passed away tragically following an accident but left this world peacefully surrounded by her loving family in the excellent care of ICU, Mayo University Hospital.

Sheila is predeceased by her beloved husband Pat, her parents Michael and May, her brothers Joe, Paddy and Michael, her sisters Colette and baby Helena, brothers in law Paddy, Dick, Fred and Brian, sisters-in-law June and Lynn.

Sheila will be forever loved and missed by her children Damien, Anne, Shelly and Edel. Her daughter-in-law Juliette, her sons-in-law Nicol, Patrick and John. Her grandchildren Patrick, Daniel, Patrick, Katie, Sean and great-grandchildren. Her sisters Mary Nolan, Castlebar and Ita Heddington, Liverpool and sisters in law Máire and Peggy, her cousin Martin, nieces and nephews, cousins. Her best friends Betty, Margaret and Irene, her wide circle of friends, young and old and her lovely neighbours on Glebe Street. Her constant canine companions Louie and Holly.

Sheila fought the fight and finished the race.

May she rest in peace.

Reposing at St. Joseph’s Funeral Home, Ballinrobe (F31 XV63) on Tuesday evening (25th August) from 6:00pm with removal at 7:30pm to the family home.

Funeral cortege will arrive at St. Mary’s Church, Ballinrobe on Wednesday morning (26th August) at 11:00am for Requiem Mass at 11:30am with the funeral proceeding to the New Cemetery Ballinrobe (F31 FE81).

Family flowers only by request.

Donations if desired to the Intensive Care Unit at Mayo University Hospital, c/o O’Malley Funeral Directors, Ballinrobe using the following link https://www.idonate.ie/cause/FriendsMUH

Sheila’s Funeral Mass can be viewed on Church TV using the following link https://www.churchtv.ie/?church=ballinrobe.

The Holian family would like to thank you for your co-operation and consideration at this difficult time. You are invited to leave your message of sympathy for the family on the condolence link below.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh hanam dílis.

Donations to Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation in Memory of Sheila Holian née Curtin

https://www.hospice.ie/donations/in-loving-memory/

Published On: August 23rd, 2026

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Agnes Grimes
2 weeks ago

Sincere Condolences to all the Holian and Curtin family on the sad passing of Sheila .May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Mary Hugh Flanagan & Family Clonbur
2 weeks ago

Sincere Sympathy to all the Holian&Curtin family
On the sad sudden passing of shelia
Thinking of ye all at this very sad time
Fond memories of old times & all the chats we had
May She Rest In Peace

Gerry and Marie Murphy.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Michelle and to all the Holian family.
Sheila was a great person to know and a wonderful friend to our family for many years.
Rest in eternal peace Sheila re united with your darling Pat.

Martin & Catherine Concannon,Liskillen
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathy to all concerned at this very difficult time

Dara Calleary
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathies to Michelle and family on your Mum’s passing.
May she rest in peace.

Maureen Byrne and family Enniscrone
3 weeks ago

Katie Edel and family .
We are so sorry to hear of Sheila’s
Sudden passing .
May she Rest in Peace .

George & Linda farragher
3 weeks ago

Deepest condolences on the passing of Sheila may her gentle soul rest in peace

Christine and Walter Hughes
3 weeks ago

Thinking of you all at this sad time.,such a great loss .
Your mum Sheila was so special and such joy to know her company and Pat her soul mate.
Always in our Thoughts.

Shaun Hunt
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Edel, Seàn, Katie, Patrick and all the Holian family on the death of Sheila. May she rest in peace

Lihle Ncube
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Shelly and her family on the sad passing of your mum, may her soul rest in peace 🙏

Tony Mary Mgt Joyce and Adrian Joyce Main Street, Claremorris
3 weeks ago

Our deepest Sympathy Edel Katie and family on the death of your dear Mam and Grannie. Rest in peace.

JIM HIGGINS.
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Holian and Curtin families on the sad passing of Sheila.
May she rest in the warm embrace of Heaven.

Lynette O Haire
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to michelle and the extended Holian family on the sad passing of your mum may her gentle soul rest in peace

Billy and Marion Dunne Kiltimagh
3 weeks ago

So so sorry to hear this tragic news. Sincerest sympathies Damien and girls and grandchildren and all extended families. A wonderful lady who was so kind and full of fun. Fond memories of long ago in Kiltimagh and the visits down through the years. She was so courageous in the last no of years and we had many chats in Mayo general. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Shelia.

Mary and Michael Hambly
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Edel, Katie and all the Holian family on the death of Sheila. Sympathy also to all the extended families , neighbours and friends. May she rest in eternal peace.

Willie & Kathleen Feeley
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Edel, Katie & Carlo, Seàn, Patrick and all the Holian family on the death of Sheila. May she rest in peace.

Paul and Josephine Keane and family killimor
3 weeks ago

Condolences to all family. May she rest in Peace

Declan and Ann Solan Burke
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Edel and all the Holian family on the sudden passing of Sheila. Thinking of ye at this difficult time.

John Farragher Ballinrobe
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Holian family on the sad passing of Shelia may she rest in peace missed in the Glebe.

Michael & Ruth Kneafsey (Lakeview)
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences and sympathy to all the family at this sad time. May she rest in peace.

Charlie colette francis and joanne regan
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathies to edel and all your family on the sad passing of your Mom.
May she rest in peace

Breda Jennings Manulla
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Damien, Anne, Michelle and Edel and all Sheilas family on the sudden passing of Sheila. Our thoughts and prayers are with ye at this difficult time.
A lovely lady who will be greatly missed.
May Sheila’s gentle soul rest in peace.

Marion McKeon Mountain View Castlebar and Chichester West Sussex
3 weeks ago

My deepest condolences to you all on your loss of Sheila in such tragic circumstances. A lovely lady now back with her lovely husband Pat. RIP

Julie Loftus, Balla.
3 weeks ago

My sincere sympathy to all the Holian family on the sudden and unexpected death of your beloved mother Sheila. It was only two weeks ago I spoke with her in Claremorris at the Sam Maguire homecoming. Many a round of golf I enjoyed in the Mid Connaught retired Peoples Society, with her and her beloved husband Pat, whom I worked with in .M C.C.
May they now be reunited in Gods Heavenly home. My prayers are with you all at this very sad time in your lives.

Paddy and Maureen O Connor, Cloongowla West Ballinrobe.
3 weeks ago

Our Sincere Sympathy to all Shelia’s Family, May her soul Rest in Peace.

John & Sinéad (Costello) Stagg
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to all the Holian family on the sudden sad loss of your mum Sheila. Such a lovely lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. Ar dhéis Dé go raibh a anam.

Tom & Dymphna Connolly & Family
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Damien, Anne, Shelly, Edel and extended family at this sad time. May Sheila’s soul rest in peace.

John & Maura Grant
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathy to Damian, Anne, Edel, Michelle and extended family on the on the sad death of your lovely mam.
May Sheila’s gentle soul rest in peace

Margaret jennings & family Ballinrobe and Westport
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Damian Anne Shelly and Edel and extended families on the sad & tragic loss of your dear mother Shelia.
May her gentle soul rest in eternal peace.
Shelia was a a lady true and true always pleased to meet her ..our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time sorry I can’t be with you tomorrow or Wednesday 💔

Amanda Morley Ballinrobe/Shrule
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to The Holian Family on the sad passing of Sheila. Such a lovely lady and will be greatly missed by you all. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Martin and Catherine Kilroy Turlough
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to you Mary and to all Sheila’s Family on her sudden passing.May her gentle soul rest in peace

Jimmy and Pauline Flynn, Main st, Claremorris.
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathy to Edel and the Holian family on Sheila’s passing.
May she rest in peace.

Marie O’Keeffe(Burke) Westport.
3 weeks ago

I was saddened to hear of the tragic death of Sheila, our friend and neighbour, in Glebe Street, as were her parents before her.
My thoughts and condolences are with you Michelle and your siblings and the extended family.
Sheila will be missed.
May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Mary & Jimmy Lavin
3 weeks ago

Our sincere sympathy to all the Holian family at this sad & difficult time.
We are thinking of you all.
Rest in peace Sheila

Nolan family aughagower westport
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to you all on the very sad passing of Sheila.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad.
May Sheila rest in peace.

Mike and Cait Webb. Main Street. Ballyhaunis.
3 weeks ago

So sorry to hear this sad news. Sheila was a lovely lady. So hospitable and welcoming.
Deepest sympathy to Damien, Anne, Shelly and Edel on the death of their beautiful mother.
Condolences also to her in-laws, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sisters, great friends and neighbours, cousins and extended family on their loss.
May Sheila rest in peace.

Joe and Mae Murphy
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to all the family on the passing of your mam,May she rest in peace

John and Marion Shannon , Kiltimagh
3 weeks ago

Our sincere condolences to Sheila’s family on her untimely passing. May her gentle soul Rest in Peace 🙏

Mary and Laura Kirrane.
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Edel,Katie,Sean and Patrick. To all the Holian Family on the sad loss of your Mother and Grandmother. May Sheila’s gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

Con and Carmel Nolan
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Damien, Anne, Shelly and Edel on the death of your beloved Mum. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Hubie and Mary Jennings ,Newbrook
3 weeks ago

Our deep and sincere sympathy to you Edel and to the extended Holian and Curtin Families on the death of
Sheila . May her soul rest in eternal peace

julie burke new st ballinrobe
3 weeks ago

Dear Anne, Michelle, Edell, Katie and Damien, im so sad to hear of you dear mums passing, what a terrible shocking time for you all. Shelia was a lovely class lady, may she rest in eternal happiness now with your dad 🙏🙏

Frances and Christy Vahey Cornmarket
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Holian family on the sad passing of your mother Sheila. Lovely lady and always lovely to chat to. May she Rest In Peace.

John Craddock Ballinrobe
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Holian families on the sad passing of Shelia.
May She Rest in Peace

Nancy Shannon Kiltimagh
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to all of Sheila’s family at this very difficult time,May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Ballinrobe golf club
3 weeks ago

Depends sympathy to the Holian family on the sad passing of Sheila.
Sheila former member of Ballinrobe Golf club and lady captain 2003.
May she now rest in peace

Katie & Mick Reddy , Claremorris.
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Edel your sisters brother on the tragic passing of your mother Sheila. Sympathy also to her extended family and many friends. Ar dheis de go raibh a h’anam dilis.

Maureen & Joe Walsh, Mount Brown, Westport
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathy to all the Holian family on the death of your mother Sheila & to her sisters Mary Nolan & Ita Haddington & to all the extended Holian & Curtin families. May her gentle soul rest in peace.3

Eileen Walsh Mayfield Cmorris
3 weeks ago

Heartiest Condolance to Edel Damien Anne Shelly on the sad and Tragic passing of your dear mother. May she rest in peace

Annie Keaveney and family Turlough.
3 weeks ago

Heartfelt sympathy to the Holian and Nolan families on the loss of your beloved Sheila..
You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time..
May Sheila kind and gentle soul rest Peacefully with all that is gone before her..
Safely home..

Maria (O’ Connell) & Lee Hobson
3 weeks ago

Our sincere condolences to Damien, Anne, Edel, Shelly and extended family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. 🙏.
May Sheila Rest in Peace in her heavenly home. 🕯

Breege (Finlay)and Tomás Heneghan, Srah, Tourmakeady
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Damien, Anne ,Michelle and Edel and the extended Holian and Curtin families, on the sudden passing of Shiela. May she rest in peace.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dilís.

Linda, Sarah and Katie Nichol
3 weeks ago

Thinking of you Edel and all the Holian family at this very sad time. May Sheila Rest in Peace.

Les Munks
3 weeks ago

My deepest condolences to you all on your loss of Sheila in such tragic circumstances. A lovely lady and a good friend to so many. She will be sadly missed. Rest in peace Sheila.

Attracta Jordan Ballyhaunis
3 weeks ago

My deepest Sympathy to the family and extended family on the sad passing of Sheila .
May her soul rest in peace.

Bridie jennings
3 weeks ago

Sympathy to the Holian and Nolan family on the passing of Shelia, May she rest in peace.

Jay Shaughnessy
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to all the Holian family on the sad and sudden passing of Sheila. May she rest in eternal peace

Tom and Mary Coleman, Knock
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Holian family on the very sad and tragic passing of Sheila. May she rest in eternal peace with her beloved husband Pat.

Tony & Lea Ryan Houndswood
3 weeks ago

We extend our condolences 💐 to the Family & extended Family on the death of Sheila.

Aisling Grimes, Claremorris & Carrowkeel
3 weeks ago

My sincere condolences to all of Sheila’s family on her sudden passing, May she Rest in Peace

Patrick and Eileen McGrath, Turlough.
3 weeks ago

Our sincere sympathy to you Mary Nolan and family also to the Holian family on the very sad passing of Sheila. May she rest in peace with all her loved ones gone before her.

Sean Durcan & Family Chicago
3 weeks ago

Very sorry to hear of Shelias passing. Condolences to all of the Holian family. May she rest in peace.

Freda mchugh Roche x family
3 weeks ago

So sorry to the Holian family for the loss of their Mum.
RIP SHEILA.
FREDA MCHUGH ROCHE
BALLYBANAGHER

Noel Earley
3 weeks ago

Condolences to Pat on the sad passing of Sheila.
May she now rest in Peace.

Micheál & Catherine Gilmore Claremorris
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Edel and all the Holian family on the very sad passing of Sheila. May her gentle soul rest in peace

Maria Kelly Kiltimagh
3 weeks ago

It is with deep sorrow that we heard of Sheila’s tragic death, our prayers and thoughts are with you all, at this awful time, JJ , Maria & Kelly Family Kiltimagh.

Su Rilk
3 weeks ago

Dear Anne and family, I am so incredibly sorry… my deepest condolences to you and your family. Much strength to you during this difficult time. Thinking of you and your family. With heartfelt sympathy, Su 🙏🏼

Thomas Keane convent road ballinrobe
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Holian and Curtin families on the death of Sheila.
Fond memories of Sheila growing up together on glebe street.
May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Eileen Grimes
3 weeks ago

Condolences to all the Holian and Curtin family on the sad passing of of Shelia. A true lady in every way. May her gentle soul rest in eternal peace

Jimmie Connor, Turlough, Castlebar
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary Nolan and family and to the Holian and Curtin families on the sad passing of Sheila. May she rest in peace.

Kevin and Bernie Connor & family, Turlough, Castlebar.
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary, Nolan and family and all of Sheila’s family and friends at this difficult time. May Sheila rest in peace.

PAT O MALLEY CHURCH LANE
3 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy Holian Family on the death of Shiela may she rest in peace

Frank and Kate Keane, Convent of Mercy.
3 weeks ago

Condolences to the Holian, Curtin and extended family on your sad loss. May Sheila Rest In Peace. 🙏

Peter & Kay McGrath, Islandeady.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Holian family on the sad passing of Sheila, also to her sisters Mary Nolan and Ita, and all the extended families. May her gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

Thomas and Bernie Ryan and family kiltimagh
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Holian family on the very sad passing of Sheila may her gentle soul rest in peace

Anne & Martin Groonell
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to all of the Holian family on your Lovely mom s passing May her soul rest in peace ,

Mary and Jim McHugh, Castlebar
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Holian and Curtin families on the death of Sheila.

Tommy,and Breege Manniion
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Holian family on the death of your mother may she rest in peace

Mary and John Joyce Mulranny
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all of Sheilas Family and Friends especially Betty Moran on Sheilas passing may she rest peacefully..A beautiful person we knew her for years in the Mid Connacht Seniors golf outings and trips away ..always so enjoyable as a result of Sheilas input..She will be greatly missed ..🌹🌹

Martin & Mary MC Donnell Turlough
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary Nolan and the Holian family on the sad passing of Sheila may her gentle soul rest ln peace.

Rose Lynn and Family Glann Charlestown
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy on the sad passing of Sheila, may her gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Tina mc greal
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy Damien,ann,shelly and edel on the sad passing of your mum Sheila, a beautiful lady
Rest in peace Sheila🙏

Patricia Halligan and family
3 weeks ago

Edel so sorry to hear of the death of your dear Mum, sincere sympathy to you and all your family. May she Rest In Peace. Thinking of you during these difficult days.

Frank, & Deirdre Jennings & Family, Hollymount Village
3 weeks ago

Our sincere condolences to the extended Holian Family on the passing of Sheila. A true lady who always loved the chat, always so pleasant & caring. Thinking of you all at this sad & difficult time. May she rest in peace 🙏

JOHNNY AND JOCIE BUCKLEY
3 weeks ago

DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO EDEL, ANNE, MICHELLE AND DAMIEN ON THE SAD PASSING OF YOUR MOTHER SHEILA. A VERY PLEASENT PERSON TO MEET AT ALL TIMES. ALWAYS A SMILE ON HER FACE AND A FRIENDLY CHAT TOO. MAY SHE REST IN PEACE AMEN

Michael and Kate Walsh.
3 weeks ago

Rest in Peace Sheila.

Tommie & Bernie Joyce & family, Islandeady,
3 weeks ago

Deepest condolences to all the Holian family & to Mary Nolan & family at this sad time – may Sheila rest in peace.

Josephine Hennelly
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Shielas family on her sudden passing. She was a great lady, always smiling & full of fun. May she rest in eternal peace. RIP🙏.

Youthreach Ballinrobe
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathys to all the Holian family on Sheila’s passing.May she rest in peace.

Marie Flanagan Derryronan
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the family I met Sheila many years ago through Mayo retired people’s golf society. may Sheila rest in peace

Marion McKeon Mountain View Castlebar & Chichester West Sussex
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Hollan family.
Such sad news but she is now back with her lovely Pat
May Shelia rest in peace.

Darren McDermott castlebar
3 weeks ago

My thoughts and prayers are with family very sad passing of Shelia thinking all son and daughters at most difficult time may Sheila rest in peace

Lisa ruane barr na hallie claremorris
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to edel,Katie Patrick,Sean and holian family on the loss of Sheila may

Ann Reid
3 weeks ago

So very shocked and sad to hear of Sheila’s tragic accident. A lovely kind lady. Sincere condolences to all her family. May she rest in peace.

Bernadette Kelleher
3 weeks ago

Condolence to Sheilas family terrible tragedy my family the Connaughtons and Curtins were neighbours and friends on the Glebe for many years you will be sadly missed Sheila you were a lovely lady

Kieran Farragher
3 weeks ago

My sincere condolences to the Holian family. Your mother Sile was a great friend and neighbour. She will be greatly missed. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Bertie and Nuala Dennedy Knock
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the family on the death of Sheila .May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Yvonne Fahy (London)
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary Nolan on the loss of your sister.
Thinking of you at this sad time.
May Sheila Rest in Peace.

Fiona Vahey
3 weeks ago

My deepest condolences to Edel, Michelle, Anne and Damien on the very sad passing of your lovely mother Sheila. May she Rest In Peace.

Michael linda Hogan.
3 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy to all the Holian family on the sad occasion May Sheila soul Rest in Peace.

Michael and Jacinta Flynn Ballyhaunis
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the family.
Such sad news..
May Shelia rest in peace.

Joe Bernie Singh &Family golden fashions
3 weeks ago

So very sorry to hear such sad news on the tragic departure of a lovely kind happy lady Sheila such a beautiful woman inside and out alway a friendly smile and chat she will be sadly missed rest in peace 🙏 bless you all on this very sad times.

Mary & John Cunnigham, Belcarra
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary Nolan & family on the death of your sister. Thinking of all the Holian & Curtin families at this really tough time, on the unexpected death of Sheila. May her gentle soul rest in peace🙏

Liz King(McDonald)
3 weeks ago

Deepest condolences on the passing of such a lovely lady. thoughts and prayers are with her family May she rest in peace

Kachina staff
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to therese and all the family on the passing of Sheila. Maybe her gentle soul rest in peace.

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