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Ricardo Collazo Obituary
Ricardo Collazo, 57, of Calhoun, Georgia passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023, following several weeks of declining health. He was born in New York City, New York, on June 26, 1966, to Ramon and the late Maria Santiago. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his brother, Manny Santiago.
He is survived by his loving wife, Ashley Collazo; sons, Ricardo Collazo Jr, Silas McNeese; daughters Diamond Collazo, Hadlee McNeese; brothers, Ramon Collazo, Daniel Vasquez; sisters, Marissa Gonzalez, Sandra Gonzalez, Valerie Martinez, Marlena Vasquez; special friends Richard Helms, Shawnna Baxer, Alexis Wade; several nieces and nephews also survive.
To honor his wishes, his body was cremated, and no service will be held.
The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Ricardo Collazo.
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