Rogellio "Roger" Abarra's Obituary
Rogellio “Roger” Abarra (82) passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on July 14, 2024.
Roger was born on April 14,1942 in Kohala, Hawaii to parents Carmen Corotan (deceased) and Majin Abarra (deceased).
He is survived by his wife Buttons Abarra; sons Dean Abarra (Jaime), Kalani Abarra (Sandra), Kawai Abarra (Robi), Greyson Abarra (Annette) and daughters Mandy Nolan (Tom), Tiffany Kukahiko Mendoza (Michael) and Rebecca Abarra. He was blessed with multiple grandchildren and great grandchildren. Surviving siblings are Jerry Domingo (Darlene), Gloria Sequerre (Daniel, deceased), Lawrence Domingo (Sue), and Lolita Feliciano (Andy).
Preceding Roger in death are his parents, sister Lydia Abarra Viduya (Vicente), brother Johnny Pat Abarra Sr and step brother Joseph Viveiros.
An amazing husband, father and grandfather. Thank you for a lifetime of love, guidance, and quiet strength. You taught us the value of hard work, the power of kindness, and the importance of standing tall with grace, even in life’s hardest moments. Your calm presence gave us peace, and your steady heart gave us courage. Your presence was a gift- steady, strong and deeply rooted in love
We are forever grateful for the countless ways you showed up for all of our life moments, the sacrifices, and the unconditional love that never wavered. Your legacy lives on in who we are, and your love will remain with us always. We will always remember you as the most devoted husband and father, our role model, and the greatest blessing we could have ever known. Your presence was a gift- steady, strong and deeply rooted in love. Though our hearts ache in your absence, we are filled with gratitude for every moment we shared with you. As we walk forward without you, we know your spirit walks beside us always.
A hui hou
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