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Beloved daughter of the late Austin and Pauline Hill. Sister of the late James, Robert and Thomas. Survived by sons Josh Lindley (Jessica) of Toronto and Seth Boundy (Heather) of Pictou, Nova Scotia and brother Timothy of Cobourg. Deb passed away in her hometown of Cobourg on February 10th, 2026. Deb was always easily recognized by her bright smile and sense of humour. A celebration of life is planned for Thursday, February 19th from 4pm-7pm at MacCoubrey Funeral Home, 30 King St E, Cobourg. Donations in memory of Deb can be made to The Michael J Fox Foundation.
I am so sorry to hear the passing of our beloved Deb. We went to HighSchool together and we often showed up to the same party. RIP my dear friend šŖ
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Parkinson Canada
Tim, so sorry to hear about Deb. Remember her smile and great sense of humour.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Parkinson Canada
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
Iāll miss Deb, she always made me laugh. Iām grateful for my best bud Seth and everything she did to make him into who he is today. Rest in peace.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
Deb was a spirit and a light. We were childhood and highschool friends. She was always there for you. I remember her at youth dances, wearing matching sailor suits on the first day of highschool. She shall be missed. My deepest condolences to her family and friends.
Iām so sorry to hear about your Motherās passing! Itās clear she was a wonderful person.
My deepest condolences to Deb's family at this very sad time. I had the pleasure of attending school in 2000 with Deb and picked her up every day for classes. She was always smiling and made everyone around her happy. She was a lovely person. Sincerely, Dale Kinnear
So very sorry to hear of Debās passingā¦ your smile and personality were certainly wonderfulā¦taken too soon and you will be missed
Always with a big smile or laugh, Deb .. growing up in small town Cobourg we were all friends, you will be missed My deepest of condolences to her family and all that love her
Big hugs and thoughts during this time Seth & Family
My sincerest condolences to Deb's family .
To Debās Family, So sorry to hear of Debās passing. Such a lovely friendly Lady, with the greatest smile. She will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lynn Holland
So sorry to hear of the loss of such a wonderful friend and mother , beautiful inside and out, we will miss her smile , our laughs , and always a sharp dressed lady , our condolences to her family .
To the entire family, my condolences. Deb was a great character known by many or our downtown family. If you worked in the core of Cobourg as long, you knew her laugh and smile or from her days in highschool. She will be missed.
I am sorry to see that Debbie has passed away. She was a sweet heart. I lived on College St. when the HILLS were on University St. knew them all. To Tim, Debbie's Son's and Family my deepest sympathy to all. Keep your memories close to you. She will be missed.
To Josh, Jess, family & friends. Iām so very sorry for your loss. Sending loving wishes and strength to you all ā„ļø
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
Sorry to hear about Deb's passing , she was great !
All the love and light to you Josh, Seth and family. š¤šļø
Sending my condolences to the family for your loss.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
Our deepest condolences to all the family. RIP Debā¤ļø
Rest in Peace šššš
Dear Josh and Seth so sorry to hear of your momās passing .you probably donāt remember me but I was one of your babysitters.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Parkinson Canada
Dear Josh, Seth & Families, From reading all the sentiments, you can see just how much your mom was loved. She's been a treasured friend since grade nine..a very long time ago! I will miss our visits, our reminiscing & always laughter. I recall when she told me in 2018 of her diagnosis, her attitude was...'Oh well, we all have challenges in life'. Throughout this journey I rarely, if ever, heard her complain. It was always... 'It is what it is'. Deb...I love you, I miss you. Rest in peace my dear friend. ā¤ļø
Well Deb I hope your flying high free from your earthly bonds will miss that laugh and your smile
I was sorry to hear about Deb. Our older brothers were such great friends, Robert and Jim, that we got to know each other. Such a pleasant smile and so familiar in Cobourg. Thinking of the family... Chris
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
Sending our sincerest sympathy to all of Debbie's family at this sad time. She was a good friend of my sister Marie so got to know her and watch some of the shenanigans with "the gang" and the wonderful support between them in good and bad times. Rest in peace Debbie.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Terry Fox Foundation
My deepest sympathy to all of Debbie's family as you try to navigate through this difficult time. Debbie was a strong willed gal who genuinely loved life and people. She will be greatly missed by many and remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Rest easy my dear friend Deb. Forever in my heart.
I am so sorry to hear of Deb's passing, she was a shining, caring star for all who knew her. Went to high school with Deb and kept in touch with her intermittently over the years. May your memories carry you through this difficult time.
Josh, Seth, Tim and Families, Sorry for your loss. Deb was a wonderful person who loved people. She dedicated herself to many stores in downtown Cobourg; from the lunch counter at Woolworth's to Parken Photo to Tugg's Furniture, as well as others in-between. She was always happy to serve the public with her wonderful smile and sense of humor. We shall miss her.
I am so sorry to hear of Deb's passing, she was a shining, caring star for all who knew her. Went to high school with Deb and kept in touch with her intermittently over the years. May your memories carry you through this difficult time.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Terry Fox Foundation
Met Deb over 15 years ago at Cobourg Friends Meetup. Great lady with a wonderful sense of humour! ā¤ļø You will be missed. RIP my friend. XOX
Such a wonderful picture of Debbie. It captures her spirit perfectly. I am so very sorry for the loss of this special lady. My heartfelt deepest sympathies to her family and her friends like family.
Sincere condolences to Deb's family. Heaven is blessed with a beautiful angel. So sorry for your loss
Im so sorry to hear of Debs passing. We worked together at Parken Brothers and never a shift passed that we weren't literally in tears laughing at... whatever. She was always so bubbly and funny. Always a smile. Sending love, hugs and my deepest condolences to all that loved her. XO
My sincere condolences to Deb's family. I met her when she looked after her mom, and she was always smiling and warm-hearted. Ella MacCulloch
Hi Josh, Seth We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your Mom. Debbie was full of life, always smiling, and very proud of her boys. Visiting you when we lived on Havelock St was so much fun. Deb was always ready to make coffee and have a chat. Please accept our sincere condolences and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Kathy & Mark, Jennifer, Adam, Emily, Alasdair and Andrew Gordon
Sending my condolences to Debās Family. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Deb, she has been a friend for many years.We had a lot of good times together as young teens.She was always full of life, good memories always. Rest in Peace my Friend.
My sincere condolences to Debās family. I worked with Deb at the Woolworthās lunch counter a couple of years ago. š She had such a bubbly personality. Always smiling. May your memories help you through the difficult days ahead. RIP Deb.
So sad to read. Tim, Josh, Seth, and to all who loved her, sincere condolences. Deb was a wise and witty woman who could never be forgotten- it was a privilege to know herā¦..Lynda
My sincere condolences to Tim & Debs family. R.I.P. Deb. The world will surely miss your bright smile & glow.
My condolences to Debās family and friends. She was a lovely person and a joy to be around. She will be missed by all who knew her. š
So sorry for your loss. Hugs to all of you.
I am so sorry for the loss of Deb. We were very good friends year ago. Haven't seen her in a while but always remember her sense of humor. I am so sorry that I will not be able to make it to the visitation for her as my work schedule will not permit me to do so. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. May your memories bring you peace during this very difficult time.
We are so sorry to hear of Debs passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. ā¤ļøš Len & Cindy
My deepest condolences to your family. I greatly appreciated Debās friendship and her delightful sense of humour. I am grateful for the many wonderful memories of the times we shared. She will be loved and missed by many. Sending prayers for comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Our sincere condolences to Deb's family and all who loved her - taken way too soon.
So sorry to hear ofdeb passing we had 5 great years together ā¤ļø
Deb & family - Sending in our best from the OāBrien family to yours. Many memories of Debās welcoming energy at the various gatherings come to mind as I reflect on her passing. š¤šļøš„°
Seth, Josh, Tim and family, we are saddened of the loss of your Mom and Sister, but comforted to know Deb is no longer suffering. We were lifelong family friends and shared many memories of āThe Gangā back in the day. May your many fond memories bring you comfort as you mourn. Jim and Jamie
My sincere condolences to Josh,Seth and Tim. So sorry for your loss. May she Rip š
So sad to hear of Debs passingā¦we lost touch after she moved from the depot..but tried to talk through Facebookā¦she was always happy and full of conversationā¦our hearts go out to her familyā¦keep your memories closeā¦rip Deb!
Sincere condolences to Debās family on her passing. She will be missed by those who knew and loved her.
š„²š„²š„² As I sit here remembering you thru my tears I hear your laughterā¦.My dear friend, I have so many memories laughing while sharing our daily stories ā¦.My biggest regret is that we had a few years apart due to life changesā¦.I miss you! Peace comes knowing Mom welcomed you with open armsā¦Rest in Peace my dear Friendā¦Love you
A bright shining star has been turned out. Deb was loved by all. Condolences to her family.
Sincere condolences to Deb's family on her passing.
Josh ,Seth& Tim Our sincere condolences to all of you. Rest in peace Deb.
To Deb's family, please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your dear Mom and Sister. May she rest in peace.š¹
āPooh,ā said Piglet, āI hope youāre alright.ā āI know youāre not, though, and thatās okay. I just hope the sadness isnāt too heavy, and that you can see little bits of sunshine through the clouds. And even if it feels like youāre all alone, you know that youāre not.ā āIām here. Always.ā
Words cannot describe how sorry Elgin and I are to hear of Debs passing. She had an amazing sense of humour and she was always a kind and caring person. She was always someone who would genuinely listen and she was always willing to help out if she could. Our condolences to the family.
So sorry to hear that Deb has passed. Condolences to the family circle.
Josh, Seth & families: I was so fortunate to have met your mom. Not long after I met Kim in 2007, she introduced me to your mom. Full of laughter and an ability to recall just about anything from her past. Weād be sharing a meal at The Buttermilk and the stories were coming rapid fire. I struggled to keep up. All the while listening, learning about Debās past (& Kimās). She had her struggles but NEVER let them get her down. She never complained! So proud to call your mom my friend. Thoughts and prayers to you all. Most sincerely, Tim
Take way too soon my friend. Condolences to the family. Her memories will last forever
Josh, Seth and families, I'm so sorry for your loss. I was fortunate to meet Debbie here at Legion Village. She always had a nice smile and was very friendly. Blessing to everyone.
I will miss Debās sense of humour and our lunches. Always upbeat and always wanted the best for her friends and family. What a trooper. Condolences to Debās sons and family. Sore high Deb. š
To Josh and Seth, the Cole family send sympathy to you and your families at this sad time. Mom is remembered for her quick smile and always friendly attitude.
Seth and Josh im so sorry. Our deepest condolences.
Our lovely Deb. No matter her struggles, she always was up for going out to lunch and "catching up". I will miss our visits. We joked that she kept moving but I always found her! Keep on laughing Deb.
So very sorry to read of the passing of Deb. We had so many laughs together going to yard sales, and auctions. Remember her also saying when it got cold and snow was falling, do I really have to take my sandles off. RIP dear Deb
Rest in peace my Beautiful life long friend. Love to Tim. Josh and Jess and Seth and Heather. My your memories and the love of her will help you through thisā¤ļøšŖ½
What a beautiful photo of your Mom Josh & Seth !! Thinking of you with love & sending strength to you and your wives Jessica & Heather. š I, along with so many of Debās friends will miss her with the deepest intensity. Your Mom was such a special person to me & I just adored her from the moment I met her as I kid. (We were @ the Met with our Moms trying on the same bathing suit! š) When we were in public school weād see each other on occasion sometimes noting & giggling at the same outfits we sported then too. In high school we became closer resulting in a lifetime of great friendship, admiration, love & respect. Always picking up where we left off while we enjoyed different livesā¦ her raising you boys in Cobourg while I was in the city. We always had fun reconnecting here in Cobourg or her visits to big smoke. (Remember the pub crawl after your shift Josh?) Deb truly perfected the art of friendship as so many of us acknowledge & appreciate. Iāll always cherish you Deb and feel blessed to have been part of your orbit. ā¤ļø Thank you My Girl ā¤ļø I have no doubt Debās gorgeous spirit has more to offer the universe and sheās out there right now giving her all. You will never be gone Girl, just going on.
Our sincere condolences to Debās family. I went to high school with Deb and my husband John went to grade school with Deb. She had a smile that could light up a room. Funny and warm hearted. We stayed in touch via social media. She was a lovely person. Rosalind Mitchell & John Ewart
Our sympathy to Josh and Seth. May Debās memory be eternal.
Deb was a wonderful person always smiling ....A group of us used to hang out and party...U will be missed..my condolences to her sons and family..
Our sincere condolences to Debās family. The photo that appears in this obituary is EXACTLY how I will always think of Deb, always smiling.
We went to school together and stayed in touch via social media. I remember that smile well. Thanks for all you brought to the world Deb, you made it a little brighter.
What a beautiful pic of Debbie! She was always smiling!! We are old time neighbors and friendsā¦she will be missed! Sorry for your loss! ā¤ļø