Ellen Kelly, 79, of Middletown, NY, passed away at home with her family around her on February 17, 2026. 

Ellen was born on January 4, 1947, in NYC, the daughter of James Finan and Mary Ryan Finan. She dedicated her heart and her talents as a Registered Nurse at Cornwall Hospital, serving the community with kindness and compassion throughout her career. While Ellen had a rewarding career and numerous hobbies, her greatest joy was her family and friends, whom she loved deeply and fiercely.

Ellen is survived by her loving husband, Edward; her son Daniel; daughters-in-law Danielle and Lisa; and her grandchildren Maria, Katie, Joseph and Domenica.

She was preceded in death by her sons, Edward and Matthew. 

Visitation will be on Tuesday February 24, 2026, from 4-8 pm at the Donovan Funeral Home, 82 South Church Street, Goshen, NY. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 10:00 am at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, Euclid Avenue, Middletown, NY. The burial will follow in Wallkill Cemetery, Middletown, NY. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959 or Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, 800 Stony Brook Court, Newburgh, NY 12550. 

Arrangements under the care of the Donovan Funeral Home, Goshen. www.donovanfunerals.com