Allegheny County Deputy District Attorney Joe Hopper – formerly of Moon Township and more recently, Sewickley – has passed away. Speaker of the House MIke Turzai issued a statement calling Hopper a consummate professional. He said Hopper was fair, honest above-board, thorough and detailed and was respectful to everyone. He said Hopper was also a loving and dedicated husband and father. Joe Hopper is survived by his wife Loretta and his four children.