Richard Nicholas Hascup passed away on February 4, 2026, at Christiana Hospital in Newark. Richard was 77.
Richard was born on January 4, 1949, in Teaneck, New Jersey. He earned his pharmacy degree from the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, graduating with the Class of 1972 and dedicated more than 50 years to the profession of pharmacy. He spent the majority of his career in the Milford area and retired from Bayhealth Sussex Campus in 2022.
“I worked with Richard a long time ago at Eckerd’s Drug Store in Milford,” Debbie Smith commented in his memory book. “He was the sweetest and fun person ever.”
Outside of his career, Richard found enjoyment in gardening and working through puzzles, pursuits that reflected his patience and thoughtful nature Above all, he was a devoted family man, a loving husband, a dedicated father and a proud grandfather. He will be remembered for his quiet dedication, integrity and the deep love he held for his family.
“As a neighbor, I would often see Richard out in his meticulous yard and garden when I would come home,” Mark Chamberlin said. “It was amazing how beautiful the vegetable garden would look. I could tell how much he enjoyed being outside in the summer taking good care of everything. One summer day, I was on a ladder behind our house and missed a step, falling on the concrete. Richard came running when he heard me and stayed with me until he knew I was okay. He was a good neighbor and man. I will miss seeing him.”
Richard is survived by his wife of 50 years, Christine Hascup; his son, Kevin Hascup; his daughter-in-law, Erin Hascup; his granddaughters, Evie and Finley Hascup; and his brother, Denis Hascup.
Services will be held privately for immediate family to pay their respects.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Dale and Deborah Smith Center for Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.
