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 aContinue Reading
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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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