Diane L. Kopena

Diane L. Kopena, 71, of Lansdale, died Thursday, May 1, 2025.  She was the beloved wife of George R. Kopena, her husband of nearly 20 years.

Born March 14, 1954 in Trenton, NJ, she was the daughter of Delores (Pullen) Thorpe Clark, of Hamilton Square, NJ, and the late Norman R. Thorpe.

Diane was a dedicated member of The Renew Community, Lansdale.  She worked as a special education instructor for many years and, earlier in life, she served as a foster parent.  Diane also enjoyed volunteering with the Dizzy Disciples, a children's entertainment group.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her brothers, Brian D. Thorpe (Melissa) of Havana, FL, and Jeffery S. Thorpe (Kathy) of Turnersville, NJ, and their children, Jason and Kelly Thorpe.

Relatives and friends may call after 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 10, 2025 at Lansdale Life Church, 407 N. Broad St., Lansdale, followed by the Funeral Service at 12 Noon. Graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 12 in Titusville (NJ) Methodist Church Cemetery.  Arrangements are by the Huff & Lakjer Funeral Home, Lansdale.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in Diane's memory to Manna on Main Street, 606 E. Main Street, Lansdale, PA 19446.