Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank you for your outstanding service. You will not be forgotten.

DST Recruit Recruit Morales
LASD

February 14, 2025

Thank you for your service Sir! Your hard work and dedication will always be remembered. My condolences to your wife, children and loved ones.

Police Officer Trainee, E. Chavez
Santa Monica Police Department

February 13, 2025

Thank you for your service Deputy Vargas, may you rest easy and my condolences to your friends and family.

Recruit Ramirez, Kevin
LASD,

February 13, 2025

The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.

There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.

Author Unknown

Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

February 12, 2025

May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten. God Bless You. Your Family, & Friends.

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

February 11, 2025

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Deputy Vargas. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Brazoria County Sheriff's Office.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service

February 5, 2025

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain


Pittsburgh PD

February 2, 2025

Thank you for your service.

Jayden Navarro
LASD

January 30, 2025

To the Family, Friends, and Colleagues of Deputy Sheriff Jesus Vargas,

On behalf of Law Enforcement Class 2501-10, we extend our deepest condolences for the heartbreaking loss of Deputy Sheriff Jesus Vargas. We recognize the immense sacrifice he made in the line of duty, and we grieve alongside you during this difficult time.

Deputy Vargas was a dedicated and courageous officer who gave 17 years of service to the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. Marshals Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force. His unwavering commitment to protecting his community and his selfless bravery in the face of danger are a testament to his character and the legacy he leaves behind.

We cannot begin to imagine the pain of losing a beloved husband, father, friend, and colleague. However, please know that his sacrifice will never be forgotten. His memory will live on in the lives he touched, the justice he sought, and the love he had for his family and fellow officers.

To his wife and children, we offer our prayers for strength and healing. Though words cannot ease the sorrow of this loss, we hope you find comfort in knowing that Deputy Vargas was a hero—one who stood for honor, duty, and service until his final moments.

To his colleagues and friends, we stand with you in mourning, recognizing the loss of a brother in blue. As we continue in our journey to serve, we will carry Deputy Vargas’s dedication and courage with us, honoring his legacy in all that we do.

Deputy Vargas will forever be remembered as a protector, a warrior, and a true guardian of his community. His sacrifice will never be in vain. As a class we shall continue your legacy!

With deepest respect and sympathy,
Law Enforcement Class 2501-10

Class Leader for BPOC Class 2501-10
BPOC MNTC-2501-10

January 30, 2025

Thank you for your service. My condolences to you and your family.

DST class 481 E Medina
LASD

January 30, 2025

May you rest in peace and may your family find peace thank you for your service

Dst recuit Anonymous .
Dst recruit

January 30, 2025

On January 20, 2025, my brother Jesus “Jesse” Vargas was laid to rest, and my family is experiencing a grief that words cannot fully express. Jesse was a deputy with the Brazoria County Sheriff's Office and an agent with the U.S. Marshals Office Violent Offender Task Force. He dedicated his life to serving and protecting others with courage and honor.

Jesse fulfilled the sacred oath of law enforcement, giving his life in service to his community. His commitment and sacrifice will never be forgotten, and his legacy will forever remain in our hearts.

Marisol Vargas Gamboa, Chief of Police
Eastern Illinois University- Sister

January 29, 2025

Thank you for everything you have taught me. I appreciate everything you did for me and I will never forget it or you.

Corporal Casimiro Perez
LIVERPOOL POLICE DEPARTMENT

January 26, 2025

So sorry for your Loss!

Michael Wenzel

January 26, 2025

Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. That scene was one that I will never forget. It was an extremely sad day, but it was also a day to be remembered for all the fine police work that was done in pursuit of your killer. God Speed Brother.

Sgt. E.M. Bruss
Harris County PCT One Patrol/K-9 Division

January 25, 2025

Rest, brother.

Sgt. Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

January 23, 2025

Such senseless loss. Prayers for the family and department.

Parole Officer IV - Instructor Brandon S
TX Board of Pardons & Paroles

January 22, 2025

May Deputy Vargas rest in peace my thoughts and prayers go out to his family

Dst recuit Anonymous .
Dst recruit

January 22, 2025

Heavenly Father, You are always faithful and quick to show mercy. Our Brother-in-Blue, Deputy Sheriff Jesus Vargas, of the Brazoria TX County Sheriff's Office, was suddenly and violently taken from us; Shot & Killed in the Line-of-Duty. Come swiftly to his aid, have mercy on him, and comfort his family, friends, and colleagues by the power and protection of the cross. I ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord, and by His authority. Amen.

God's Mission for America's Peace Officers:

"For the policeman does not frighten people who are doing right; but those doing evil will always fear him. So if you don't want to be afraid, keep the laws and you will get along well. The policeman is sent by God to help you. But if you are doing something wrong, of course you should be afraid, for he will have you punished. He is sent by God for that very purpose." (Romans 13: 3-4 TLB)

God's Word of Support, Comfort, and Hope:

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God."
(Matthew 5:9 CSB);

"Then I heard the voice of the Lord asking: Who will I send? Who will go for us? I said: Here I am. Send me. (Isaiah 6:8 CSB);

"Even when I go through the darkest valley, I fear no danger, for you are with me; your rod and staff - they comfort me." (Psalm 23:4 CSB), and;

"Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." (Matthew 5:4 CSB).

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA
Ordained/Licensed/Certified Independent Christian Clergy
Ministry: Chaplain for America's Peace Officers
Member: Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers - USA

Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department (1974-1998)

January 20, 2025

“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service (Retired)

January 19, 2025

Thank you for your service Deputy Vargas. May God bless your family in this difficult time

NA NA Diaz
LASD

January 19, 2025

Sheriff Vargas, our world is full of evil people, and yet, for many years, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. My heart breaks for the sorrow that your loved ones are experiencing. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jess Espinosa
Civilian

January 19, 2025

To the fam of this brave man who gave his life for what he believed it was right. For those who are mourning him today my deepest condolences. He is not longer here physically, but he is in the hearts of those who loved him. God have mercy on his soul and remember his good deeds. His faith in Jesus and his deeds may bring him to the gates of heaven.

US NAVY VETERAN Rafael Martínez
US NAVY VETERAN

January 18, 2025

RIP BROTHER

Probation Officer Stephen Bruet, Retire
NCDPS

January 18, 2025

Rest peacefully my brother. We will always remember you.

Captain Greg Kouba, Victoria Co. SO, Tex
Victoria County Sheriff’s Office, Texas

January 18, 2025