Ralph M. Holguin

Ralph M. Holguin, 68, a resident of Santa Clara entered eternal rest on August 12, 2025.

Ralph was born on March 16, 1957 to Manuel and Susie Holguin.  He enjoyed cruising his Trokita with his roll dog Chingaso by his side while listening to Los Rieleros del Norte and oldies.  Ralph was known for his signature mustache and resembling General Emiliano Zapata.  He was an OG member of Santa Clara Car Club and later joined his daughter Casey in Viejitos Car Club worldwide.  Ralph also enjoyed spending time fishing, working on cars and hanging out with his grandkids.

Ralph is survived by his four children, sons, Steven (Jessica) of Tucson, AZ, Ralphie (Amber) of T or C; daughters, Angela (Rocky) of Silver City, Casey (Jason) of Silver City; brother, Huero (Janet) of Silver City; sister, Rosalie of Santa Clara; 19 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; A special dog, Chingaso.  He was preceded in death by his father, Manuel, mother, Susie, brothers, Reynaldo and Ruben Holguin, brother-in-law, David Munoz.

Cremation has been entrusted to Baca’s Funeral Chapels.  A Memorial Mass will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at eleven o’clock in the morning at Santa Clara Catholic Church.  Inurnment will follow at Santa Clara Cemetery.  Officiating will be Father Casmir Anozie.

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