On Nov. 26, 2021, Alpine, Texas, lost the greatest man, son, father, husband, grandfather, and brother anyone could ask for. Hector M. Holguin, 65, of Alpine was a tough Marine who fought and gave his all. He went peacefully while surrounded by his loving family.

Hector was born on Jan. 20, 1956. He is the son of Victoria Molinar Holguin of Alpine. Hector helped his mother raise his four siblings. He then enlisted into the U.S. Marine Corps on March 20, 1974, to serve his country.

Hector was a sergeant in the Marine Corps when he first met his future wife and love of his life. He was the best man, wearing his dress blues in his brother’s wedding, and she was the bride’s maid in the summer of 1977. He would later marry and court the love of his life for 42 years, Eva Maria Saenz Holguin.

The family, along with many friends, have lost an amazing man. The mold was broken with Hector. His passions were his family first and foremost, outdoor activities, hard work, teaching his kids and grandkids life lessons, and being a big volunteer and supporter of Scouting with his sons and grandsons.

Hector loved cooking for family and lived to make others happy, be it by helping his family with projects, or through his community service. He was always a dependable and hardworking man. He was one of the most selfless individuals, and did so much for his family, friends, and strangers who were in need.

Hector started his 37-year career with West Texas Utilities, now known as American Electric Power, always helping to keep the power on for Alpine, Marathon, and the surrounding area. He would always make sure the banners seen around town for upcoming events in his beloved hometown of Alpine were up.

He always kept his boots on just in case he was called out. He was looking forward to retiring soon to spend more time with his family, especially the younger grandkids, who were his pride and joy.

His sense of humor, love of life, and smile will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his wife Eva; daughter Adela; sons Hector, Jr., and wife Lizet, and Daniel and Vicente Holguin; grandsons Arnel Isandre Holguin, Roman Diego Holguin, Daniel Hector Holguin; granddaughters Isabela Holguin and Catalaya Holguin; mother Victoria Molinar Holguin; sisters Teresa Holguin, Cecilia McGuire, and Maria “Kiki” Holguin; many nieces, nephews; and an endless number of friends. Hector knew no strangers.

He was preceded in death by his brother Jesus R. Holguin and father Ramon Holguin.

Visitation services to celebrate Hector’s life will be held at Alpine Memorial Funeral Home, with Father Miguel “Mike” Alcuino officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 10, 2021, with rosary to follow at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine. Funeral service will be Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Burial will be at Holy Angels Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Hector, Jr., Daniel Holguin, Vicente Holguin, Jonas Holguin, Jesus Holguin and Javier Carrasco.

Services provided by Alpine Memorial Funeral Home, 209 West Sul Ross Avenue, Alpine, Texas 79830. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at alpinememorialfuneralhome.com.