Richard Todd Deffet
April 21, 1973 ~ February 10, 2025
Richard Todd Deffet, age 51, a resident of Philippi, passed away unexpectedly Monday February 10, 2025 at his residence. Todd was born April 21, 1973 in Clarksburg, WV a son of Richard Lynn and Phyllis (Bennett) Deffet. Todd was united in marriage to Sara B. Green.
Todd served in the US Navy. Todd was a lieutenant for the Barbour County Sheriffs Department. He is a member of the FOP, Deputy Sheriff Association, Vice President of Barbour County Deputy Sheriff Association, Mountain Region Drug and Violent Crime Task Force, and the Crossroads United Methodist Church. He was an avid fisherman and hunter.
Todd is survived by his mother Phyllis Deffet, wife Sara Deffet, sons Samuel Todd Deffet, Brady and Chase Richardson; as well as several extended family members.
Todd was preceded in death by his father Richard Lynn Deffet.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Barbour County Deputy Association or Barbour County Humane Society 26 N. Main St. Philippi, WV 26416
Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home and on-site Crematory 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Sunday February 16, from 5-8pm and on Monday February 17, from 9 am- 12 pm. Funeral services will be conducted at 12 pm with Pastor Sam Haught and Pastor Johnny Williams. Interment will follow in the Crossroads Cemetery at Tacy with military honors being accorded by the US Navy and American Legion Post #96.
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Sara and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God’s love and your memories keep you supported through this difficult time. I’ll keep you in my prayers.
Theresa
So Sorry!
My Thoughts and Prayers go out to the family! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Phylis, so sorry to hear this! Please let us know if you need anything! Prayers for you and your family!
My deepest sympathy to Todd’s entire family.
My condolences to Todd’s family. I went through the WVSP 141st basic class with Deffet He was always a solid classmate and I imagine a great man. God Bless you Deffet.
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We are sorry for your loss. May the Lord give you comfort and peace during this time. With Heartfelt Sympathy & Love, Roger & Nina Scott
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Family sorry for your lost of todd
My Thoughts and Prayers 🙏🙏🙏 Are With Todd’s family during
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To Todd’s family, sending our sincere condolences. Praying that God will wrap you in his loving arms and comfort all of you. 🙏
Very sad about Todd passing. I wish the best to his family. I had the honor of being one of his scout leaders when he was a young man. But knew him from afar through his work in the community. He embodied and practiced every point of the Scout Law.
Phyllis, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your son. I didn’t have the privilege of knowing him, but I know what it is to lose a child. My sympathies to you and your family.
I am so sorry to hear of Todd’s passing. I went to school with him for years in Philippi. I will always remember him for his kindness and his positivity. He got along with everyone and always had a smile. I am praying for comfort for his family and friends. ❤️
My mother loved Todd and always told me what a nice man he was. Todd would see mom walking on the grade near Moatsville and would always stop and check on her. Made my mother so happy. Mom has since moved on to heaven and perhaps their paths will cross again.
Sara, so sorry to hear this! May the Lord bring comfort to you and the boys in the days ahead and may your heart be full of wonderful memories.