Carlos Ruben Collazo Rivera

Carlos Ruben Collazo Rivera, 69, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025. Born in Cayey, Puerto Rico, Carlos was the beloved son of Sr. Praxedes Collazo and Mrs. Julia Rivera Ramos. He was a proud father to five children: Jessica, Jennifer, Melanie, Jonathan, and Christopher. His legacy lives on through his 15 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren, all of whom he adored deeply.

Carlos was a man of boundless energy, charisma, and generosity. He had an unwavering passion for helping others and enjoyed nothing more than a heartfelt conversation with family and friends. A lifelong lover of cars, Carlos made a career of buying and selling vehicles, an industry he cherished and excelled in.

Despite his lifelong struggle with heart failure, Carlos remained a fighter, never losing hope for a better tomorrow. His resilience and optimism inspired all who knew him. Although his heart ultimately gave way, Carlos' spirit and impact remain strong in the hearts of his loved ones.

A service to celebrate his life will be held on October 24, 2025, at 11:00 AM at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 1154 Seminole Ave, St Paul, MN 55118. The family invites all those whose lives were touched by Carlos to join them in remembering a man who was so full of love, energy, and dreams.

Carlos will forever be missed, but his memory will continue to inspire all who knew him. May he rest in peace, knowing that his love and kindness will never be forgotten.