Richard Joseph

Holochwost

Richard Joseph Holochwost, 93, from Alpine, TX, passed away on November 4, 2026 at home in Las Cruces NM.

Richard Holochwost was born in Harrisburg, PA to Joseph and Helen Vanucci Holochwost. Richard was a pharmacist and owner of his own store that served east El Paso for 45 years. Richard was a faithful Catholic Christian, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was a patriot and loved baseball. He would keep himself busy with carving, construction, and doing puzzles. He was passionate about reading, especially history.

Richard was survived by his children (and their spouses): Stephanie (Steve); Matthew (Diana); Joseph (Sharon); Cindy (Paul); Dianne (David); and Jeanne. His grandchildren Michael, Jennifer, Anne Marie, Rhea Clarie, Adelina, Jacob, Maxwell, Laura, Katie, Phillip and Aaron. He had been blessed with 8 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life, Phyllis Inman.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, starting at 6pm at Baca's Funeral Chapel, 300 East Boutz Road with Recitation of the Holy Rosary to follow at 7pm. A Funeral Mass will be held the next day on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, starting at 10am at St. Genevieve's Catholic Church, 100 South Espina Street.

Service arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapel of Las Cruces and Sunset Crematory 300 E Boutz Road. 915-527-2222. For online condolences go to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com