Denise E. Reeping, 60, of Blairsville (Derry Twp.) died peacefully Friday May 8, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 7, 1959 in Latrobe a daughter of the late Thomas R. and Martha Kopetsky Black.
Denise was Catholic by faith. She spent many years as a floral designer. Her favorite occupation was being a wife, mother and grandmother. She loved her family vacations to the beach, Disney vacations with her grandchildren, trips to wine country with her daughters, porch sitting and bonfires with family.
She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years whom she married on September 29, 1979 Robert W. Reeping Jr. Her children; Angela M. Reeping (Justin L. Stoner), Rebecca M. Blasco (Aaron) and Robert T. "Bobby" Reeping (Sarah) all of Blairsville. Her three grandchildren; Landan, Connor and Ryker. Special niece and nephew Brianna and Nicholas Reeping. Several other nieces, nephews , her mother in law Martha Smolka of Latrobe and good family friend Paul "Capone" Ruby of Saltsburg.
Special thanks to Arnold Palmer Cancer Center, especially;Sue, Stephanie and Kristin. Excela Hospice nurses Jody Guidas and Linda.
As per Denise's request all services were private for her family.
McCabe Funeral Home, 300 W. Third Avenue, Derry was in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences may be made to www.mccabefunwralhomespa.com.