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ALPHARETTA, Ga. (Gray News) - A tree cutter in Georgia died after he reportedly fell more than 20 feet from a tree while working Wednesday morning.

According to multiple reports, the worker, identified by family as 51-year-old Manuel Moran, fell while he was working on Broadwell Oaks Drive in the Alpharetta area.

He was rushed to the hospital, but did not survive, WSB-TV reports.

“We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Manuel Moran, a beloved husband, father, and dedicated professional,” Moran’s friends and family shared through a GoFundMe.

Moran’s loved ones said he was a man of many talents and a dedicated tree specialist.

He also leaves behind a wife and three children.

“In this difficult time, we are reaching out to friends, family, and kind-hearted individuals for support. The funds raised will go towards funeral expenses ensuring that his loved ones are cared for as he would have wished,” the GoFundMe stated.

Authorities did not immediately share what caused Moran to fall from the tree.

Moran’s family shared that he would have turned 52 years old on Thursday.