Eileen Deborah Sheahan obituary and dead, A tragic skiing accident in Colorado

A tragic skiing accident in Colorado last week resulted in the death of a 22-year-old Wilmette Loyola College graduate.

Erin Sheahan of Evanston died after colliding with a tree near Aspen Highlands Ski Resort at the scene of an accident around noon Saturday, Jan. 27, according to a statement from Aspen Skiing. The accident occurred on the resort’s exhibition slopes, which also includes multiple slopes at Aspen Logue Peak.

Shane was a senior at the University of Michigan, preparing to graduate in May with a degree in economics, according to his family’s obituary. She attended St. Joan of Arc Elementary School in Evanston and Loyola Academy High School, graduating in 2020.

🕊️ Remembering Eileen Deborah Sheahan: A Life Celebrated, A Legacy Honored 🌹

In a tragic skiing accident in Colorado, the vibrant spirit of Eileen Sheahan, a 22-year-old college student and Loyola Academy alumna, was unexpectedly taken from this world. Eileen, who hailed from Evanston, lost her life on January 27 in a heartbreaking collision with a tree near Aspen Highlands Ski Resort.

🎓 A Life in Full Bloom:
Eileen was in her senior year at the University of Michigan, where she was set to graduate in May with a degree in economics. Her educational journey began at St. Joan of Arc in Evanston, and she later graduated from Loyola Academy in 2020.

🌟 Celebrating Eileen’s Radiance:

• Eileen’s life will be celebrated during a visitation on Sunday, Feb. 4, at Donnellan Family Funeral Home in Skokie.
• A funeral Mass will take place on Monday, Feb. 5, at Old St. Patrick’s Church, Chicago, with a livestream available.

🌺 Honoring Eileen’s Memory:
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Eileen Sheahan Memorial Scholarship at The Academy at St. Joan of Arc or to Loyola Academy, as both held special places in Eileen’s heart.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A Daughter, Sister, and Friend Remembered:
Eileen, an adored big sister and role model, will be deeply missed by her parents, TJ and Patti Sheahan, her siblings, aunts, uncles, and countless cousins. Her presence brought joy, and her impact extended far beyond.

💙 A Blessing and Legacy:
TJ and Patti Sheahan express immense pride in Eileen’s lifetime of giving, highlighted by her legacy as an organ donor. They cherish the 22 beautiful years spent with their beloved daughter and find solace in feeling her love all around them.

🌈 Eileen Sheahan’s Light: A beacon of joy, love, and accomplishment, Eileen’s memory lives on in the hearts of those she touched. The world is brighter for having known her, and her spirit will forever illuminate the lives of those who were fortunate enough to know and love her. 🕯️ #RememberingEileen #InLovingMemory