Richard Armistead Holt

Death date: Nov 4, 2013

Richard Armistead Holt, 59 of Baytown, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2013. He is preceded in death by his father, Clifton Otto. Richard is survived by his mother, Elizabeth Holt Faust; former wife, Diana Davis; sons, Ty Davis Read Obituary

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Holly Ollivander

629w ago

Good kisser. “Bad” Boy. One of the most self-confident people I ever met. Taught me to put salt in beer at the Pizza Hut in Freeport. Afterwards, we sat by Mystery, the shrimp-boat-on-chocks next to the library. As the sun went down we slapped at mosquitoes and talked about life and death. He said that he thought heaven was where we got to do everything we wanted, all the time, and that in order to get ready for it we should start by doing everything we love here on earth. He then said that what he loved most was photography. By the comments here I can now see that he lived by his word and has spent all these years rehearsing for heaven. Welcome Home, Ricky.

Wayne Driskill

629w ago

Ricky taught me most of what I know about photography when I was in high school. My condolences to his family & friends.

God’s Speed Ricky.

Barbara Morgan

629w ago

Richard was one of the Baytown Sun’s best and most enthusiastic photographers to ever work there. Anytime, night or day, that something exploded, caught fire, wrecked, blew in on a hard wind or garnered a commendation, he was there, camera clicking (before digital). He was young and a teeny bit arrogant but an absolute pleasure to work with. He’s probably snapping pictures of the heavenly hosts even as we speak. RIP. My thoughts and prayers go to his family and especially to my friend, Diana.

Beth Ferguson

629w ago

Richard was such an inspiration to us in A.A. Many times he listened to me when I was having a difficult time. He was sooo proud of his family.
He can finally rest, now.

Christine Leu

630w ago

I didn’t know him well in school but I did get to know him. I had a chance to get to know Him after the reunion, he was very kind to me and even took a picture of us together at the Ice house. He was a real gentleman, NOT MANY of those left in this world. Later on that night he called me and that was a special moment for me that he thought enough of me to call. I will Never forget him. He Definitely was a special MAN!:)

Nina Mcleod Hall

630w ago

I’ve known Ricky,as we called him, since Jr. High. I loved his personality, his smile; he was friendly with everyone he came in contact with. I really enjoyed visiting with him at our class reunion. We have lost a valuable friend and loved one, but Heaven has gained an angel and amazing photographer. My prayers for his family that God will comfort you and give you peace.

Marva Rothmeier

630w ago

What a chracter. Lots of great memories and long conversations. Richard touched many lives on his short time here. I pray for blessings of peace for those he left behind.

Ginger Slocum Flippo

630w ago

Ricky was my friend in school when not very many others were, he was a kind, loving soul with a eye for real beauty. Heven is a better place with him there, he will be missed by me and everyone that knew him. God’s Blessings for the family.

Kerby & Natalie Norriss

630w ago

To the Davis family, with our deepest condolences for their loss, he will be missed. He has left many memories, and shared a life he so longed for with his children and grandchildren. His best friend and prior wife Diana. Rest in peace Richard, it truly has been a long journey.

William Hadley

630w ago

Oh my gosh! We were best friends in school. I had been trying to get in touch with him a few weeks ago. This is a very sad day for me. My sincerest condolences to the family.

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