James Van Horn

James Howard Van Horn, 40, died at his home in Port Orchard, Washington on October 30, 1999.  He was born May 3, 1959 in Palmer, Alaska.  James was raised in Belfair, Washington by Robert & Hallie Van Horn and graduated from North Mason High School in 1977.Mr. Van Horn worked as a Carpenter with Keicos Construction at Ballard Locks for the past year.  He previously worked in logging for Simpson Lumber and did woodwork and construction throughout his life.  He was a member of the National Rifle Association.Surviving are daughters LeAnn Van Horn of Port Orchard, Washington, Crystal Van Horn of Port Orchard, and Hallie Van Horn of Bremerton, Washington; brothers Jack Ridge of Belfair; John Ridge of Benton City, Washington, and Ben Van Horn of Underwood, Washington; sister Cheryl Royer of Gig Harbor, Washington; and grandchildren Matthew Sewell of Port Orchard and Kaytona McEdward of Port Orchard.  He was preceded in death by sister Kais Stryker in 1978 and brother David Van Horn in 1973.A Graveside Inurnment will be held at Twin Firs Cemetery in Belfair, Washington on Thursday, November 4, 1999 at 1:00 PM.  Memorial donations may be made to the Northwest Burn Foundation, 1515 NW 52nd Street, Suite A, Seattle, WA 98107.