Joseph Ramaikas owned the Cedar Ridge Café and Bakery in Maplewood.
MAPLEWOOD -- A New Jersey cafe owner died shortly after snorkeling in Hawaii, according to multiple reports.
Joseph Ramaikas, owner of the Cedar Ridge Cafe and Bakery in Maplewood, died Tuesday while vacationing in West Maui with his wife and son, The Village Green reported.
According to the Honolulu Star Advertiser, police said Ramaikas "became distressed" while snorkeling off West Maui, and was pulled to shore by good Samaritans who attempted to administer CPR until paramedics arrived. He died at the scene, the report said.
The cafe posted a message on its Facebook page acknowledging Ramaikas's death.
"It is with saddened souls and heavy heavy hearts that we need to inform you of the sudden passing of our beloved Joe Ramaikas," the post reads.
"Please take a moment to reflect on the memories you have of Joe, and to be thankful for having known him, and been a part of his life in our community. He will truly be missed by all of his Cedar Ridge Family."
The cafe will be closed for the next few days, the post said.
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