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Danny Deffendall was born in Aberdeen, South Dakota, to Alice Christine Welk Deffendall and James Douglas Deffendall. He was a long-time member of St Frances Cabrini Catholic church. He worked as the Controller at TRW for 35 years. Danny enjoyed watching his grandkids' activities and ballgames, playing golf in Lafayette with his buddies, and teasing his kids, grandkids, and friends. But most of all, he enjoyed being with his high school sweetheart, Prissy, whom he was married to for 52 years.
He is survived by his wife Priscilla VanHook Deffendall; children Cory (Kellie) Deffendall, Lindsay Mosley, and David (Rachel) Deffendall; grandchildren Connor, Sophie, Lydia, Lucy, Sadie, Eli, and Ryan; and siblings Jimmy (Carmen) Caitlin, Mark (Patti) Deffendall, Joyce Deffendall, Kelly (Kristy) Deffendall, and Billy (Dianna) Deffendall. He is preceded in death by parents Alice and James Deffendall.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local youth and school sports teams.
Sellars Funeral Home, Lebanon TN, 615.444.9393.
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Mary H Kaplan
June 14, 2025
Prissy, Chris Russell, our son in law told us of your husband passing! I understand he was born in South Dakota just like me! I pray your husband is in the arms of the angels smiling down at you and your family!
Peace I leave you
My peace I give you.
John 14:27
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Mary Kaplan
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Judge Haywood Barry( Retired)
June 12, 2025
So sorry. He was a fine person. My condolences to his family. May he Rest in Pease.
Anne Smith Soileau
June 11, 2025
Joyce, I was so very sorry to hear about your brother. Miss you, Anne Smith Soileau
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