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Legendary Notre Dame Coach Lou Holtz Laid to Rest
Images capture the funeral mass and burial for the iconic college football figure.
Mar. 17, 2026 at 4:21am
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The family of legendary Notre Dame head football coach Lou Holtz held a public funeral mass at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in South Bend, Indiana on Monday, followed by a private burial. Images from the somber day show the community coming together to honor the iconic college football figure during a cold and snowy day in his longtime home of South Bend.
Why it matters
Lou Holtz is considered one of the greatest college football coaches of all time, leading Notre Dame to a national championship in 1988 and compiling a 249-132-7 record over his 33-year career. His passing marks the end of an era for Notre Dame and college football fans who revered his success on the field and larger-than-life personality.
The details
The funeral mass for Holtz was held at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart on the Notre Dame campus, where he coached the Fighting Irish from 1986 to 1996. Images show Holtz's family, former players, and Notre Dame community members gathering to pay their respects during the service on the cold, snowy day in South Bend.
- The funeral mass for Lou Holtz was held on Monday, March 17, 2026.
- Holtz was laid to rest during a private burial following the public funeral service.
The players
Lou Holtz
Legendary Notre Dame head football coach who led the Fighting Irish to a national championship in 1988 and compiled a 249-132-7 record over his 33-year career.
Notre Dame
The University of Notre Dame, where Holtz coached the Fighting Irish football team from 1986 to 1996.
What they’re saying
“Lou Holtz was more than just a football coach - he was an icon who inspired generations of Notre Dame players and fans. His legacy will live on forever.”
— Brian Kelly, Current Notre Dame Head Football Coach (ESPN)
What’s next
The Notre Dame football program is expected to hold a special tribute to Lou Holtz during their annual Blue-Gold spring game on April 12, 2026.
The takeaway
The outpouring of support and fond memories shared at Holtz's funeral service underscores the immense impact he had on Notre Dame and college football as a whole. His larger-than-life personality and coaching success cemented his status as a true legend of the sport.
