Legendary Santa Cruz surfer Vince Collier passed away after suffering a heart attack. According to photographer Chris Klopf, Collier died after a surf session at Puerto Escondido, in Mexico. Vince Collier, nicknamed “The Godfather” was one of the most respected Santa Cruz locals. He grew up surfing in Northern California and was one of the first surfers to wear the wetsuits pioneered by Jack O’Neill.

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Santa Cruz legend Vince "The Godfather" Collier passes away

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