David Kyle Colbert, 47, of Shepherdstown WV passed away at his home on January 2 ^nd , 2023.  He was born April 11, 1975 in Martinsburg WV and was the son of Nancy Colbert and the late Kyle Colbert.

David is survived by his loving wife, Laura Colbert; three daughters, Elle Colbert, Molly Colbert, and Kate Colbert; one son, Charles Colbert; one brother, Christopher Colbert and wife Samantha; in-laws, James R. and Linda Rhodes (Wilmington NC), James and Rita Santos (Knoxville TN), brother-in-law, James Rhodes II and wife Lindsay (Stillwater OK); sister-in-law, Megan Williams (Charlotte NC); as well as his nephews, Hunter Colbert and Jackson Rhodes; and nieces, Abby Longnecker, and Becca Colbert.

In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, George and Virginia Colbert, and maternal grandparents, Charles and C. Lorean Freeland.

He graduated from Jefferson High School in 1993 and attended Shepherd University and the WV State Police Academy.  He grew up in the Presbyterian faith.

David was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, coach, and friend to so many.  He was an avid outdoorsman.  He loved quiet walks in the woods, camping, hiking, fishing, hunting, biking, traveling, and all things outdoors.  He supported his children in all their interests including coaching youth soccer for many years as his children grew.

David was devoted to making his community a better place.  He was a law enforcement officer, starting his career at Shepherdstown Police Department in 1997.  He then worked for the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department for 23 years where he most recently earned the rank of Captain.

The family will receive friends on Monday, Jan. 9th from 10:00 to 1:00 followed by a memorial service at 1:00 at Eackles-Spencer and Norton Funeral Home located at 256 Halltown Road, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425, with Pastor Ben Williams officiating.

A private internment will follow immediately after the service at Elmwood Cemetery in Shepherdstown.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in David's name to: The Stuttering Foundation, P.O. Box 11749, Memphis, TN 3811 (stutteringhelp.org); Children's Home Society (Safe Haven Child Advocacy Center) 100 S. Queen St., Martinsburg, WV 25401; or The Shepherdstown Volunteer Fire Dept., P.O. Box F, Shepherdstown, WV 25443.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.eackles-spencerfuneralhome.com or to the Colbert Family at P.O. Box 954, Shepherdstown, WV 25443.