David John Broughton

David John Broughton died peacefully on February 10, 2023 at his home in Marietta, Ohio surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his wife, Lynn and their children: Joseph of San Diego, CA; Megan of Columbus, OH; and Carolyn of Marietta, OH and his dog Beatrice (Lil b). He is also survived by his parents John Robert Broughton and Jean (Starcher) Broughton of Marietta OH, his brother Paul Robert Broughton of Winfield, WV; his brother-in-law Herman III (Kim) Hambrick of Fleming, OH and his brother-in-law John (Lydia) Hambrick of Davis, WV.

Dave was born on December 5, 1965, in Marietta, Ohio to John and Jean Broughton. He graduated from Marietta Senior High School in 1984 and completed his bachelor’s degree from Ohio University in 1989 as well as a master’s degree from West Virginia University. He married the love of his life, wife of 32 years, Lynn (Hambrick) on September 22, 1990 and then had three beautiful children which filled his life with pride and joy.

Dave worked for 25 years at Broughton Foods and over that time learned every aspect of the business and developed close bonds with all the good people who worked there. He rose to the position of general manager with one of his proudest accomplishments coming after he earned his CDL so he was able to drive tractor-trailers to bring water and refrigerated goods to emergency situations. Dave was a member of Kiwanis and the Marietta Boat Club and was on the board of Marietta Memorial Hospital for many years. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Williamstown.

Dave was the life of the party, always smiling and talking to anyone in earshot. He was ornery, loved practical jokes with his neighbors, coworkers, and family. He loved hosting his friends at the Rib Rally-in-the-Alley for many years. He was a man who never wasted one minute of his life, whether it was mowing the grass, working on his home, or boating with his family.

Dave fought a courageous battle against cancer for over 12 years. During this time, he lived his life to the fullest. He loved life and he loved God. He enjoyed playing golf, and woodworking. Dave was an avid basketball player and water-skier and he loved road cycling and driving fast cars. He cherished spending time with friends. He loved his coworkers at Broughton Foods. He loved competing with (mostly beating) his children in everything from footraces to monopoly. More than anything else, Dave loved his family. He was a hero to many and especially to his wife and children.

A public visitation will take place at Cawley & Peoples Funeral Home in Marietta, Ohio on Monday, February 13th from 2pm to 6pm with a memorial service beginning at 6pm. In lieu of flowers, Dave requested donations be made to the Humane Society of the Ohio Valley located at 90 Mt. Tom Road in Marietta, Ohio. The family would like to thank the Marietta Fire Department EMS, the wonderful nurses with Amedysis, the amazing medical staff at both The James and Marietta Memorial Hospital, and the dedicated service of his lifetime friend and physician, Dr. Kelli Cawley.

Cawley & Peoples is honored to serve Dave’s family and offers online condolences as well as other resources by visiting their website, www.CawleyandPeoples.com or by following their Facebook page.