Roger L. Hake 1962-2025

He was born Sept. 24, 1962, in Youngstown, to the late Jimmy Hake and Joan Sorrentino.

Roger dedicated much of his professional life to R & J Trucking and Diehl’s Art Glass, where he found not just a job but a passion. His dedication to his craft was evident as he poured himself into his work, especially relishing the artistry of stained glass. He spent his last working years with HMS Trucking.

Roger carried with him a sense of humor that could illuminate even the darkest of days. He embraced life fully, reveling in nature during camping trips and enjoying the open road on his motorcycle.

Roger leaves behind his wife, Karen Marie Hake, whom he was married to for 41 years; two daughters, Michelle (Mike) Green and Nicole (Fred) Bradshaw; and three sons, Michael (Christine Habuda) Zack, Jimmy Hake, and Zackary Hake. He also leaves behind two sisters, Tricia Anne Lynn and Gladys Nelson; and one brother, Michael (Laura) Sorrentino. Roger will also be dearly missed by three grandchildren, Anthony Habuda, Mika Brocious and Parker Green.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his stepfather, Mike Sorrentino.

A celebration of Roger’s life will be held 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Higgins Reardon Funeral Home-Austintown Chapel, 4303 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, OH 44515.

While Roger Lee Hake has moved beyond this earthly realm, the love and humor he shared with those around him will continue to resonate forever. In the way he lived his life — full of laughter, adventure and love — Roger has left behind a legacy that will persist in the hearts of many. He will be dearly missed by all his friends and family.

Arrangements were handled by Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel.

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