OSWEGO, NY – Margaret Ellen Van Horn, 67, a resident of 134 E. Third St., Oswego, passed away on Saturday Feb. 26, 2011, at Oswego Hospital.
Born in Oswego, she was a daughter of the late Jennings and Jane (McCaffrey) Cahill.
She was a home health care aide.
Ellen was a homemaker who enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
She was a member of the Moose Club.
Surviving are her husband of 51 years, Samuel Van Horn; five sons, Samuel Van Horn of Oswego, Douglas Van Horn of California, Donald Van Horn of California, James Van Horn of California and Thomas Van Horn of Oswego; two daughters, Jacklyn DeBeaumont of California and Nancy Loomis of Oswego; two brothers, Dean (Ann) Cahill and Timothy (Pat) Cahill both of Oswego; two sisters, Judy Leone of Oswego and Sue Haynes of Pulaski; an aunt, Nancy McCaffrey;11 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by three brothers, William, Robert and Martin (Gus) Cahill; and a sister, Nancy Bugow.
Friends may call at the Dowdle Funeral Home on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
There are no funeral services.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Oswego Hospital.
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Dear Mr. Vanhorn, i am so sorry for your loss, your wife was amazing woman who i enjoyed talking to alot. our thoughts and prayers are with you love kim snow
Sam and family: I am very sorry for your loss. I was very happy that I was able to see a picture of Ellen in the obituary as I haven’t see either of you for so long. God bless you, your children, the entire family and all of Ellen’s loved ones.
My deepest sympathies, Sam, to you and all of your family.
I’m so sorry to hear of Ellen’s passing. I remember her as far back as Fitzhugh Park School days. She was well liked and will be missed.