Pedro H. Vargas Jr., age 76, was born on March 24, 1950, in Villa Unión, Coahuila, Mexico, to Pedro and Dora Vargas. As a young boy, he worked cutting wood and doing whatever work he could find to help support his parents. He attended school through the fifth grade.
At the age of 17, Pedro moved to Mertzon, Texas, where he worked alongside his father at Carter Ranch until he was 19. He later moved to Big Lake, Texas, where he made his home and built his life.
Pedro worked at City Lumber for 18 years before becoming self-employed. He was a true jack of all trades, skilled in carpentry, plumbing, roofing, and electrical work. There was little he could not fix, and he took pride in his ability to work with his hands. He retired at the age of 65.
Pedro cherished being surrounded by his family and treasured the time they spent together. He loved music and dancing, and those who knew him will remember the joy he found in family gatherings and the memories shared with his loved ones.
Pedro was a faithful Catholic and a member of St. Margaret’s Catholic Church in Big Lake, Texas.
Those left to cherish his memory are his children: Griselda Monique Vargas and spouse, Aureliano Viera; John Sylvester Vargas and spouse, Mayra Vargas; and Martha Elena Vargas.
He is also survived by his seven grandchildren: Ubaldo Esquivel Jr., Mireya Esquivel, Kaylee Vargas, Glynleah Bishop, Malakai Bishop, Jonathon Vargas, and Marquis Vargas; and his six great-grandchildren: Izzac Esquivel, Renesmee Esquivel, Yamilette Esquivel, King Esquivel, Xitlali Martinez, Adali Vargas, and Ximena Martinez
Pedro is also survived by his siblings: Elva Valenzuela and spouse, Rene; Jessica Juarez and spouse, Ernest; Francis Guerrero and spouse, Martin; Sylvia Hernandez; Homer Vargas; and Julia Carrillo and spouse, Manuel. He leaves behind several cherished nieces and nephews who will continue to hold his memory close to their hearts.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Pedro and Dora Vargas; his sister, Juanita Torres; and his grandson, Fabian Esquivel.
Pallbearers
Izzac Esquivel, Marquis Vargas, Matthew Guerrero, Martin Guerrero, David Valenzuela, and Andrew Carrillo.
Honorary Pallbearers
Manuel Carrillo, Chris Carrillo, and Johnny Guadarrama Jr.
Funeral Arrangements
Services are entrusted to Big Lake Funeral Home and will be held at St. Margaret’s Catholic Church in Big Lake, Texas.
* Visitation: Friday, October 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
* Rosary: Friday, October 30, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
* Funeral Mass: Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
* Burial: Immediately following the Funeral Mass at Glen Rest Cemetery.
Pedro will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all whose lives he touched. His legacy of hard work, his love for his family, his faith, and the memories he leaves behind will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved him. Though he is no longer with us, the love he gave and the life he lived will never be forgotten.
