Ricardo Samuel Patino

Ricardo was preceded in death by: his parents, brothers Raymundo, Jr., and Roberto; sister Rosa Graham, and niece Reyann Patino.

His survivors include his life partner,. Loni Callis, his children, Rozelia Patino of Muskegon and Ricardo (Chantilly) Patino of Texas. He had three grandchildren, Laura Collazo Patino, Lillyana and Antonio Patino. He leaves siblings Roger (Candi) Patino of Colorado, Becca (Warren) Wentzloff of Shelby, Nel Nelson of Muskegon, Lori Kiehnau of Muskegon, Rey Patino of Jackson, Michigan, Rolando (Michelle) Patino of Muskegon, brother-in-law William Graham of California, and many nieces and nephews. Ricardo also considered Kathie and Darrell Sturgis of N. Carolina as part of his extended family.

Ricardo served in the United States Army during the Vietnam era. He held many jobs, including that of a taxi driver. The position that gave him the most joy was that of a radio DJ, in Texas and in Muskegon. He enjoyed classical music, WWE wrestling, playing freecell on his computer, thrift shopping, yard sales, and taking his dog, Zeke, who he called his co-pilot, on walks around the neighborhood. Ricardo was a good, and caring man, who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. In Ricardo’s memory, please consider making a donation to: Pound Buddies Animal Shelter and Adoption Center, 1300 E Keating Ave. Muskegon, MI 49444.