Beloved Father and devoted Grandfather Carlos Martinez Vargas,Jr., went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 26, 2021. He was born on August 2, 1935 to parent's Carlos Vargas and Rosa Martinez, in San Antonio, Texas.

Carlos had a tremendous love for his wife & his family.  He was a devoted husband and companion to Henrietta Vargas.  He enjoyed family gatherings, barbecuing whether it be for a backyard get together or Easter Picnic or a fundraiser for the Marine Corp League, he also enjoyed traveling, social events and just having a good time with family and friends.

Carlos retired from the U.S. Postal Service where he was a letter carrier.  MGYSGT Carlos Vargas was a dedicated Marine and retired after 30 years of service, the Marine was always a part of his life.  He was proud founding member of the Marine Corp League Alamo Detachment. He was also the State Commandant for the Department of Texas Marine Corp League from 1994 to 1996.  He enjoyed speaking to crowds, he felt that if there was something that had to be said, then he was going to make sure it was said.  His personality was second to none, he made many friends over the years and he was a stranger to no one.

He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. The stories he would share will be missed however, he will never be forgotten.

He was preceded in death by his wife Henrietta Almaraz Vargas and son Joe Ruben Vargas. Carlos is survived by sons; Frank Serrano, Richard Vargas, Roland and wife Lorrie Vargas; grandchildren: Yvonne, Frank Jr., Stephanie, Erica, Daniel, Valerie, Nathan and Lisa; as well as 9 great grandchildren; and a great great grandchild; also numerous other family members and friends.

FUNERAL SERVICES

Visitation will begin Wednesday, March 31 at 5:00 P.M. in The Angelus Chapel

with a Rosary to be recited at 6:00 P.M., service capacity in chapel: 100 persons.

Funeral Mass will be offered Thursday, April 1 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Cecilia's Catholic Church.

Interment will follow at San Fernando Cemetery No.3

For those unable to attend services, please sign the online guestbook.