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Eva BROUGHTON
Saturday June 21, 2025

BROUGHTON, Eva Jean (nee Ellington) – formerly of Simcoe, Ontario; more recently Athol, Nova Scotia; while visiting & caring for family in Fort Nelson, British Columbia; passed away in Fort St. John, BC on Saturday, June 21st, 2025 in her 72nd year.  Beloved wife of Fred Broughton of Athol, NS.  Loving mother & grandmother of Curtis Broughton (Sandra) of Fort Nelson, BC, their sons Lewis & Mason;  Wray Broughton (Lynette) of Maccan, NS and the late Bruce Broughton (2006).  Eva will be sadly missed by her sister-in-law Syndee Ellington of Edmonton and by Fred’s siblings, Barb Cotton (late David) of Delhi and Paul Broughton (Patti) of Greens Corners.  Lovingly remembered by nieces, nephews & extended family.  Predeceased by her parents Victor & Barbara Ellington; by her brother Robert and sister Birdie Ellington.  Friends are invited to share their memories of Eva with her family at the JASON SMITH FUNERAL CHAPEL, 689 Norfolk St. North Simcoe for visitation on Monday, June 30th, 2025 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.  A funeral service will follow in the chapel at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Mary Jo Patterson officiating.  Interment: Oakwood Cemetery, Simcoe.  In lieu of flowers, those wishing to donate in memory of Eva are asked to consider Threads of Life (a Canadian charity committed to supporting people affected by workplace injury, illness or death) or the Lions Foundation of Canada – Dog Guides.  Personal online condolences at www.smithfuneralchapel.com (519) 426-0199



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