DELBERT "DEB" BROUGH

September 11, 2025

Delbert “Deb” Brough of Wiarton died Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of his whole family, at the age of 88. His journey came to an end on his own terms. Adored husband of Gail (Mason). Devoted father of Mike (Karen) and Judy (Colleen). Very proud grandfather of Alex and Kaleb (Annie). Deb was the last surviving member of the Alec and Cora Brough clan. He was born March 1, 1937, on the kitchen table in Ferndale, during a snowstorm that had closed the roads to the Lion’s Head Red Cross Hospital. He died in his in-laws’ living room in his recliner at 650 Gould Street, Wiarton, while joking with the kids and even performing one last harmonica recital for the nurse. Debsy, 3 Bows, The Great Delbrowski, Dad, Bubba, Grampa, whatever name he was called, he was a real charmer. Deb worked the Tobermory to Manitoulin Ferries, as well as sailing the Great Lakes. He owned a dump truck and a tow truck, was a Class A mechanic, did a stint as a door-to-door smoke detector salesman, sold lots of ski-doos and used cars, and restored classic cars in his retirement. He loved his family fiercely but loved a good deal a whole lot more! He played the Hammond organ, the harmonica, the trumpet, the accordion and loved all music from hymns to rock and roll. He died while listening to “My Way” by Elvis Presley. Deb didn’t want a service, so in his honour, we ask that you spin the tires, lay some rubber and do a few donuts. May his memory be a blessing to all. Arrangements entrusted to Grey Bruce Cremation and Burial Services; www.greybrucecremation.com.