Diana G. (Gillin) Hopkins, 64, of Industry, passed away on June 17th, 2025 in her home surrounded by the loves of her life. She was born in Aliquippa on June 1st, 1961, the daughter of the late Paul “Jake” Gillin, Jr. and Connie L. Gillin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her father-in-law and her mother-in-law, Frank and Barbara Hopkins, her sister-in-law, JoEllen Lynch, her brother-in-law, Clifford Lynch and her brother-in-law, John Hopkins. She is survived by her devoted husband, Steven D. Hopkins, her daughters, Heather (Zachary) Mamula and Hillary (Lucas) Waldeck, her grandchildren Stevie Waldeck, Wallen Waldeck and Haley Atwood, her nephews, Josh (Melissa) Hopkins and Justin (Jennifer) Lynch, her niece, Manda Lynch Kerr, many cousins, great-nephews and great-nieces that she loved dearly and her special friend, Barb Davis.

Diana graduated from Center High School with the Class of 1979 and went onto receive an associate’s degree from the Community College of Beaver County. She practiced as a hairdresser for a brief period before returning to school to become a certified lab technician. Diana married the love of her life, Steven D. Hopkins, on October 10th, 1981. Diana took a leave from her career to raise her two girls. After taking a break, she took a position at Moderne Glass in the etching department up until 2006 when she was diagnosed, and won her battle against breast cancer. Later in life, she took a position with Sensible Organics as a Quality Control Lab Tech. She retired in 2020 to become a full-time grandma.

In addition to being a devoted wife and mother, she enjoyed spending any free time with family, weekend trips to camp, and shopping sprees at Boscov’s. She had various talents in the crafting world. She designed and sewed various projects including Raggedy Ann dolls and costumes for her girls. She crafted various flower arrangements and enjoyed tole painting over the years. Her most recent projects were crocheting sweaters and blankets that she could finish in record time.

The family would like to express their utmost gratitude to Good Samaritan Hospice especially nurse Jessica Alberti, a loving family friend, who provided compassionate care to Diana in her final days.

In accordance with Diana’s wishes, there will be no public visitation with a private service for immediate family only. Arrangements are entrusted to Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca. Any donations can be made to Good Samaritan Hospice or The American Cancer Society on behalf of Diana Hopkins.

Robert (Bob) Joseph Parrish, 52, of Monaca, passed away on June 17th, 2025. He was raised in the town of Monaca by his parents, Wes Parrish Sr. and the late Mary Fedeles. Monaca was where he attended the schools, participated in sports, and made lifelong friends in the tightly knit community. Following his 1990 graduation from Monaca High School, he attended Garfield Business School. Prior to his health struggles, he was employed at Service Link in Moon Township. A lifelong lover of most sports, Robert had a special place in his heart for basketball. Even with all his health struggles, he continued to amaze family and friends with his knowledge of sports statistics or recalling classic matches, always with a twinkle and mischief in his baby blue eyes. In his memory, play a quick game of pickup basketball, shoot hoops, or take the time to watch a basketball game. He faced many health challenges in recent years, including complications from diabetes and a stroke he suffered at the age of 40. Through it all, he was cared for lovingly and devotedly by his father, Wes Parrish. A retired construction worker, Wes learned everything he needed to know to care for him: amazing his doctors and nurses with his knowledge. In addition to his father, he is survived by Nancy Parrish, his sister, Carla Goe (Bill Bryan), his brother, Wes Parrish Jr, his daughter, Tara Parrish, his very special nieces, Olivia (Isaac) Parrish Covert and Emma Parrish, his sister-in-law, Richelle Parrish, several aunts, uncles, and cousins, his stepfather, Lee Fedeles and his daughters, Lisa (Jim) Denkovich and Krista (Dominick) Treemarchi and family. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Evelyn Parrish Robinson & Frank Parrish, maternal grandparents Carl & Gertrude Beatty, and his aunt, several uncles, and cousins who passed before him.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue Monaca. A visitation will be held there on Sunday, June 22nd from 2 P.M. until 5 P.M. A funeral service will also be held at the funeral home on Monday, June 23rd at 11 a.m., followed by burial at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, 1270 Chapel Road, Monaca.

Robert will be missed more than words can express and remembered forever by all who had the blessing of knowing him.

Kenneth Ray Moorhead, 83, of Kittanning, passed away on June 14th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 30, 1942, the son of the late Kenneth and Grace Moorhead, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, of 62 years, Darlene Moorhead, three daughters and sons-in-law, Stacy and Lawrence Infantozzi, Jr., Dyan and Edwin Rachuba, Jr., and Kristen and Joshua Lewis, as well as three grandchildren, Ryan Infantozzi, Trevor Infantozzi, and MacKenna Lewis and three sisters, Luana McKee, Darla Mechling, and Cathy Seniow. He graduated from Worthington High School and then answered his call to be a United States Marine.

Kenneth proudly served his country at both Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, and Naples, Italy. As a Marine, he presented Christmas gifts through Toys for Tots to young boys and girls at local orphanages in Italy. As Corporal, he received an Honorable Discharge with two metals, Expert in shooting accurately and Good Conduct.

Returning from service in 1963, he then married Darlene Gaiser, and together they raised three daughters. His drive to provide for his family led him to work in various organizations, including Metropolitan Life and UPS, before spending most of his career in the gas and oil drilling industry, retiring with Range Resources.

He enjoyed hunting with family during white tail deer season with a true passion for his yearly trip out West with family members and friends to hunt Elk in the snowy mountains of Colorado. His most proud hunting trip included shooting a 6 x 6 Elk at 700 yards with one shot.

He also enjoyed spending his leisure time with his wife traveling to various auctions and bidding on treasures from the past. His love for trains and the great outdoors took him on a trip to Alaska with his family where he spent the entire trip standing on the back deck of the caboose as it traveled the Skagway White Pass Summit. In his younger years, him and Darlene belonged to a Square Dance Club, Naughty Pines, in Indiana, PA, and do-si-doed in matching outfits.

As a member of the Seneca Lodge No. 805 Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania Kittanning, Pennsylvania and Elks Lodge 203 of Kittanning, Ken also had a passion for animals and was greatly involved with the Orphans of the Storm and Kittanning Kennel Club and supported the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.

All loved Ken’s sense of humor, quick wit, and facial expressions. Gatherings with family and friends always included laughter, love, and smiles.

Family and friends will be invited to a service yet to be announced at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies in Bridgeville, as well as a Celebration of Life Service in Freeport, Pennsylvania that is yet to be announced. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa.

Michaeleen P. Black, 78, of Big Beaver Borough, passed away on June 16th, 2025 at her residence. She was born in Pittsburgh on October 2nd, 1946, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Michael and Nora Soccio Benko. She is survived by her loving husband, David G. Black, two sons, David G. Black II and Jason Black and two sisters, Betty Ann Kotula and Bernadine (Dennis) Metcalf. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, John Benko. Friends will be received on Thursday, June 19th from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. at CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, where a blessing service will be held on Friday, June 20th at 10 A.M. Interment will be private at Calvary Cemetery of Freedom. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Michaeleen’s name to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105.