1951 - 2024
Visitation
May 30, 20243-7 P.M.
Dolan Funeral Home, 106 Middlesex Street, N. Chelmsford
Funeral
May 31, 202410 A.M.
St. Michael Catholic Church, 543 Bridge St., Lowell
Eileen Horan, 72, of Dracut, MA, died Sunday, May 26, 2024, at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, MA, after a brief period of declining health.
Born in Lowell, MA on August 13, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Raymond A. Horan of CT and Helen M. (White) Horan of NY.
She graduated from Notre Dame Academy High School, Tyngsboro, MA. She is a graduate of Notre Dame College of Manchester NH, with a Bachelors of Arts Degree.
She worked at St. Michaels School in Lowell, MA, teaching art and music from 1976-1988. Eileen went on to teach art at the Butler Middle School in Lowell, MA from 1988 until her retirement in 2016.
She was a communicant of St. Michael Church in Lowell, MA. She directed the choir for many years and sang proudly, as she was a woman of great faith.
In her younger years Eileen enjoyed traveling and spending as much time as she could on Cape Cod. She had a great love for animals but especially her many cherished cats.
She is survived by her brother Thomas R. and his wife Martha J. (Hill) Horan. She is also survived by her niece Amelia E. (Horan) Tobin, her nephews Thomas W. Horan, Sean N. Horan Jr., and Ryan W. Horan, as well as her great niece Kayla N. Tobin and great nephew Ryan P. Tobin, who will always hold a special place in their hearts for their beloved ‘Hi-Ei’.
Besides her loving parents she was predeceased by her brother Sean N. Horan Sr. who died in 2014.
FUNERAL NOTICE
Visiting hours Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 3-7PM at DOLAN FUNERAL HOME, 106 MIDDLESEX STREET, N. CHELMSFORD, MA. Funeral Friday, May 31, 2024 at 10AM at St. Michael’s Church, Lowell. Burial in Fairview Cemetery, Chelmsford. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 978-251-4041. Guestbook at www.dolanfuneralhome.com
Joanne Waugh
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Eileen was a devoted teacher and loyal friend. We shared much at the Butler Middle School. Working with her there was always laughter and excitement, she was able to find a student’s interest and guide them to artistic success. She loved the students, was always there for other teachers. Eileen loved her family and nephews with every beat of her heart. God truly has a very special angel, we will miss you friend, but keep you in our hearts always.
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Mary Wood
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Please accept my deepest condolences on Eileen’s passing.
I worked with Eileen at the Butler. I was in the library and the art room was next door. Eileen was one of the funniest people I ever had the pleasure to work with. She had the best personality & sense of humor and welcomed me with open arms.
When my husband passed away in 2023, Eileen wrote the kindest note on an instagram post about my husband.
“. . . He is with you always. A dear priest friend of mine suggested I invite my loved ones who have gone on to every celebration I have. Each Christmas, New Year’s birthdays, graduations, I invite them. He said they will find a way to let me know that they were there. The first time I did, this was for Thanksgiving, and my mother let me know she was there, it always brings me comfort, Mary, and I know Ron is there right beside you. 💕“
I know your beloved sister & aunt was welcomed into heaven with open arms and I’m sure the angels sang “Hallelujah Chorus” 🎶 when she arrived!
May Eileen rest in eternal peace. ❤️☘️🎨
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Jerelyn Copeland
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I am so sorry to read of Eileen’s passing. She was in school at Notre Dame with my sister, Janet, and is my neighbor. My condolences and prayers to the Horan family in the days ahead.
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Lynne Ferriera
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Eileen, I am so glad I got to meet you at the Butler in Allied Arts and continued our friendship after you retired and getting your updates when you welcomed your nephews; Sean Jr. and Ryan Horan into your home over 10 years ago; you were an awesome aunt to them!
I will miss our weekly text threads with Debbie! You were a true friend. God Bless you and your family at this time. Love Lynne
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Kathy (Mac) McAtamney
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Eileen, you were a pleasure to know and a pleasure to work with. Your smile and laughter would light up the office and my day. You were the first to welcome my Kelly and me as a parent to the school when she transferred to the old Butler School. You were loved by students, parents, and faculty throughout the years. I will miss you and your postings. God Bless! 💋
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Brenda Cronin
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Eileen, was Simply The Best. She has certainly earned Her spot in Heaven. Rest easy, My Friend. ❤️
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Priscille Fontaine
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Eileen was great with all of her students who loved her in return. She showed them love and respect with her sense of humor. Always enjoyed our times down at the Cap. Rest in peace Eileen.
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