Denise Renee Root of Sharpsville passed away unexpectedly August 14, 2017, in her home. She was 35.

Denise was born April 23, 1982, in Sharon, a daughter of Dennis Root and Deborah Ann Cooper. She was raised and educated in the Shenango Valley and attended Hagerstown Community College.  Denise loved her job and helped many people by doing online advertising. She was also very crafty and sold homemade soap and candles.

Denise loved animals and was inspired to be a veterinarian tech. She also enjoyed cooking, baking and sports, especially the Pittsburgh Steelers.

She is survived by a daughter, Kylee Root, Sharpsville; two sons, Sebastian Rogers, Richmond, VA; and Fabian Wagner, Sharpsville; her father, Dennis Root, Hermitage; a step mother, Roben Root, Sharon; two sisters, Marie Cooper, Frederick, MD; and Antionnette Besser, Sharpsville; two brothers, Charles Cooper, Sharon; and Steven Cooper, Transfer; and two step siblings, Dennis and Nicole Root, both Sharon.

Denise was preceded in death by her mother.

Calling hours are private.

The family will be holding a memorial service at a later date.