Jesus "Jesse" Vargas

Birth date: Apr 28, 1983 Death date: Jan 15, 2025

Jesus "Jesse" Vargas, a resident of Rosharon, Texas, and a dedicated Brazoria County Sheriff's Office Deputy, tragically lost his life in the line of duty on January 15th, 2025, at the age of 41. A 17-year veteran of law enforceme

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Jesus "Jesse" Vargas' Obituary

Jesus "Jesse" Vargas, a resident of Rosharon, Texas, and a dedicated Brazoria County Sheriff's Office Deputy, tragically lost his life in the line of duty on January 15th, 2025, at the age of 41. A 17-year veteran of law enforcement, Jesse dedicated his life to serving and protecting the community he loved. Jesse is a hero to both his family and his community.

Known for his resilience, kindness, and generous spirit, Jesse was more than an officer; he was a pillar of support for those around him. He was always caring and providing for his family, embodying the true meaning of service both at home and in the community. His supportive nature and responsible demeanor left a lasting impact on everyone he met and will not be forgotten.. Jesse is survived by his loving wife, Digna Emerita Bonilla, and three daughters: Josephine Marie Vargas, Breanna Emerita Vargas, and Sofia Isabelle Vargas; his father and mother, Felix Vargas, Sr., and Genoveva Vargas; his sibiling Francisco Vargas, Guadalupe Vargas (husband Rafael Cruz), Marisol Vargas Gamboa (husband Ruben Gamboa), Felix Vargas, Jr. (wife Cindy Vargas), Eduardo Vargas (wife Francine Vargas), and Benito Vargas (wife Crystal Vargas); and Susanna Cabrera (husband Luis Cabrera); and his mother-in-law Anna Bonilla, his sister-in-laws Susana Celestino (husband Jose Celestino), and Emily Cruz (husband Alberto Cruz). His law enforcement partner of 6 years Chase Grupe. Jesse was a cherished uncle to many nieces and nephews and a mentor to Remy Cardoza and will be deeply missed by his loyal furry companion, Teddy "Hollywood" Vargas. Jesse will also be dearly missed by his family in blue, and together the whole community mourns the loss of a wonderful person. Jesse's unwavering commitment to his community and family leaves a profound legacy of selflessness and dedication. His memory will continue to inspire all who knew him to live with the same generosity and compassion that he exemplified every day.

Jesús "Jesse" Vargas, residente de Rosharon, Texas, y un dedicado agente de la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Brazoria, perdió trágicamente la vida en el cumplimiento de su deber el 15 de enero de 2025, a la edad de 41 años. Un veterano de 17 años de la aplicación de la ley, Jesse dedicó su vida a servir y proteger a la comunidad que amaba. Jesse es un héroe tanto para su familia como para su comunidad.

Conocido por su resiliencia, amabilidad y espíritu generoso, Jesse era más que un oficial; era un pilar de apoyo para quienes lo rodeaban. Siempre cuidaba y proveía para su familia, encarnando el verdadero significado del servicio tanto en casa como en la comunidad. Su naturaleza solidaria y su comportamiento responsable dejaron un impacto duradero en todos los que conoció y no serán olvidados. A Jesse le sobreviven su amada esposa, Digna Emerita Bonilla, y tres hijas: Josephine Marie Vargas, Breanna Emerita Vargas y Sofia Isabelle Vargas; Su padre y madre, Félix Vargas, Sr., y Genoveva Vargas; sus hermanos Francisco Vargas, Guadalupe Vargas (esposo Rafael Cruz), Marisol Vargas Gamboa (esposo Rubén Gamboa), Félix Vargas, Jr. (esposa Cindy Vargas), Eduardo Vargas (esposa Francine Vargas) y Benito Vargas (esposa Crystal Vargas); y Susanna Cabrera (esposo Luis Cabrera); y su suegra Anna Bonilla, sus cuñadas Susana Celestino (esposo José Celestino) y Emily Cruz (esposo Alberto Cruz). Su compañero de las fuerzas del orden durante 6 años, Chase Grupe. Jesse era un tío querido para muchos sobrinos y sobrinas y un mentor para Remy Cardoza y será extrañado profundamente por su fiel compañero peludo, Teddy "Hollywood" Vargas. Jesse también será extrañado profundamente por su familia de azul, y juntos toda la comunidad lamenta la pérdida de una persona maravillosa. El compromiso inquebrantable de Jesse con su comunidad y su familia deja un profundo legado de altruismo y dedicación. Su memoria seguirá inspirando a todos los que lo conocieron a vivir con la misma generosidad y compasión que él ejemplificó todos los días.

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