Agustin ‘Augie’ DeLaRiva, a Santa Rosa, California native and avid paintballer, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at an untimely age of 34, leaving his family and loved ones heartbroken.
While the details surrounding the actual cause of the untimely death of Augie DeLaRiva are not yet disclosed by the family, the whole Santa Rosa community is grieving the loss of their beloved member.
Augie touched the lives of many with his remarkable athletic skills and his kind, cheerful nature.
He was a cherished member of Santa Rosa’s sports community, excelling in both paintball and snowboarding.
As a standout paintball player, Augie DeLaRiva won several championships and received numerous honorable mentions, inspiring many young athletes.
Similarly, many of his loved ones are paying tribute to the late Augie DeLaRiva and extending their heartfelt condolences to his family during this difficult time.
One wrote:
“This Is so hard to believe, we were literally just talking !! I’m going to miss you brother. I’m glad we got to meet in county and we were celly’s for the longest time, staying up and reading good ass books and eating some bomb ass spreads. I remember you would always have candy wrappers laying around YOU WERE THE ONE WITH THE SWEET TOOTH lmao that was your breakfast 🤣 I’ll be holding onto your paintball gear that you let me borrow in Remembrance of you, and ill make you proud on the field !! Rest in peace brother 🙏.”
Manuel Perez
Another added:
“This one’s gana take some time to process. Augie DeLariva you were one of the most generous, kind hearted people I know. Even in the most toughest moments you brought light. Heaven has gained a real one. R.I.Paradise bro. My condolences to your family may God give you strength, love and support.”
Andria Castro
Augie DeLaRiva is survived by his parents, Augie DeLaRiva Jr. and Theresa DeLaRiva, his sisters, Amanda Hansen and Alissa, his cousins, uncles, aunts, and the entire family.
While his parents haven’t released any statement regarding the untimely death of Augie DeLaRiva, as they are currently grieving the loss, they often share pictures of him on social media expressing their love and pride.
Augie’s remarkable journey as an avid paintballer and his kind nature will always remain in the hearts of his family, friends, and loved ones.
Late Augie DeLaRiva Was Previously Sentenced to 16 Years for a DUI Crash
The late Augie Lamar DeLaRiva was previously sentenced to 16 years in state prison for a violent DUI collision that injured several people on US-101.
DeLaRiva, who was 32 at that time, entered a no-contest plea in April 2023 to felony charges of driving under the influence and causing injury.
He also acknowledged four sentencing enhancements for inflicting significant bodily injury and two additional enhancements for injuring more than one victim.
At the time, District Attorney Rodriguez condemned DeLaRiva’s actions, noting that he had been driving on the freeway around 4 p.m. with nearly three times the legal blood alcohol limit.
The incident occurred in April 2021 as several victims were on a short road trip and had come to a stop in traffic on northbound US-101 near the Santa Rosa Avenue exit.
DeLaRiva, operating a lifted Chevrolet Silverado pickup, was traveling at about 70 mph with a blood alcohol concentration of .22% when he failed to brake and collided with the back of the victims’ vehicle.
The force of the crash pushed the victims’ car into a third vehicle. After the collision, DeLaRiva left the scene and parked near the Santa Rosa Avenue exit.
Five occupants were inside the struck vehicle, and several sustained life-threatening injuries.
While it is unclear whether Augie DeLaRiva was serving his sentence or had been released at the time of his passing, his cellmates and friends from Prison recall him as a helpful person who was always there for anyone in need.
Augie DeLaRiva’s family will soon provide details about his funeral and memorial services.
