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Ralph Diaz Obituary
October 4, 2001 ~ August 13, 2023
Ralph Anthony Diaz IV passed away in Ft. Lauderdale, FL on August 13, 2023. He was 21 years old.
Ralph was born in Brooklyn, NY on October 4, 2001 to Ralph A. Diaz III and Armeata Williams. He was a graduate of Newburgh Free Academy, class of 2019, and had held several positions at Publix, UPS, and Amazon. Ralph was a student of martial arts, played for the Newburgh Giants Football Team, was a true saltwater fisherman, a huge New York Giants fan, having attended many games at MetLife Stadium, as well as New York Mets at Citi Field, an avid snowboarder, and a fan of both the football and baseball teams of the University of Louisville Cardinals.
Ralph is survived by his parents, Ralph A. Diaz III and Armeata Williams; his siblings, Oliver Williams, Tosheen Williams, and Wendell Williams; and pets, Rico and Lady. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Naomi R. Christian.
A service will be held at Christ Episcopal Church in Marlboro, on Saturday, August 26 at 11 AM. Burial of ashes will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery.
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Maggie Donehoo
August 22, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Lenora and Hylton Grant
August 21, 2023
Family, so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Ralph had a sweet soul, may he RIP.
Kimberly Thomas
August 21, 2023
I´m praying for your strength and peace as you prepare for the days, months and years ahead. No words or deeds will change the reality, but God will supply ALL of your néeds during this difficult time. Love you Cuz
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