Susan Rose Hakel
January 31, 1957 ~ September 1, 2025
Susan Rose “Pettinato” Hakel, 68 of Ocala, FL, passed away Monday, September 1, 2025, after a battle with illness. She was born in Erie, PA, on January 31, 1957, and was the daughter of the late Angelo Pettinato and Doris “Luschwitz” Pettinato. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Rodney Pettinato. She graduated from Harborcreek High School in 1975.
Susan worked many years for the Catholic Diocese of Erie, running their mailroom and copy and reprographics department. She later worked as an Office Manager in a mobile home park after moving to Ocala, Florida.
Susan had a deep love for music, especially guitars and animals. Anyone who knew her knew she was known for her “wild” hair colors and her fashion style. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Joseph F Hakel, her dog Morpheus, and her two daughters, Brandi Arnold and her husband Walter Arnold, and Ashley Hakel and her husband Joseph Bishop. She is also survived by two grandchildren, MacKenna and Logan, along with her “grand-dogs” and “grand-cats”.
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My deepest sympathy to all of you, Brandi, Ashley, and Joe. She was too young to go. I know what you are going through is so terribly hard. Wow, 45 years married to you Joe; where does the time go. I remember coming to see you both when Brandi was born. I couldn't believe how small she was at 5 lb. Even though I haven't seen any of you since Ashley graduated, it's so nice to stay in touch on Facebook. And Susan is in all of my growing up memories. That's a very nice picture above of her. Once again, my condolences.
Sue was my friend for almost 40 yrs we met through her love for Siberian Husky’s. She was a fun loving person who fiercely loved her family, friends, and her animals I missed spending time with her when she moved to Florida and I will really miss talking to her on Facebook. Hugs and prayers to all her friends and family rest in peace, dear Sue.