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Patrick Michael Holleran

1936 - 2021

Patrick Michael Holleran obituary, 1936-2021, Virginia Beach, VA

BORN

1936

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home & Crematory - Indian River Chapel

6568 Indian River Road

Virginia Beach, Virginia

Patrick Holleran Obituary

Patrick M. Holleran, 84, died unexpectedly October 21, 2021. He was born November 10, 1936 in Sayre, PA, the son of Patrick P. and Anna (O'Boyle) Holleran. Pat graduated from Northeastern Catholic High, he served 26 years in the Navy where he traveled the world and met the love of his life, Linda Holleran who preceded him in death after 42 years of marriage. He is the father of Michael Holleran and Theresa (Aaron Moore). Pat is survived by his sisters Ann (Bob) Langdon and Jane Carver. He retired from Naval Special Warfare Command after 14 years. Patrick was a long time member of Saint Matthew's Catholic Church. He volunteered at Operation Smile (16 years) and Meals on Wheels. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Indian River Chapel on Friday (10/29) from 6pm-8pm. A Mass of the Resurrection will be held 11am Saturday (10/30) at St. Matthew's, 3314 Sandra Lane, VB. Burial will be at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, give to your favorite charity.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 27, 2021.

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Doug heisler

October 22, 2024

We know you and Linda are enjoying happy ever after
We miss you both
Doug and jenny heisler
Parishioners of at matthews Catholic Church

Operation Smile- Michelle Joyner

October 31, 2021

Theresa and Mike,

May each day be filled with loving memories and healing moments. We will all miss Pat so much but are grateful to have been blessed with having him in our lives over the past 16 years.

Bill and Kathy Magee

October 29, 2021

The world has certainly lost a hero. The entire Operation Smile community will celebrate Pat's life and all he did for the children and families we serve. He will be deeply missed and we will always admire him for his dedication and passion. We offer our condolences to all of those who loved Pat, just as we did. May his soul rest in peace.

Heather and Jacob

October 27, 2021

So sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Doug and Jenny Heisler at St matthews

October 27, 2021

We are sorry for your loss ,but take comfort knowing he is back with Linda again
Love and prayers to the family

Donna Brewer

October 27, 2021

So sorry for you loss. I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts

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Memorial Events
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Oct

29

Calling hours

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home & Crematory - Indian River Chapel

6568 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23464

Oct

30

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Matthew's

3314 Sandra Lane, Virginia Beach, VA

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Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home & Crematory - Indian River Chapel

6568 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23464

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