Carlos Vargas Ferrer
Carlos Vargas Ferrer | |
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Member of the 29th District | |
In office January 2, 2013 – November 2, 2015 | |
Preceded by | Pedro Cintrón Rodríguez |
Succeeded by | José Aníbal Díaz |
Personal details | |
Born | Popular Democratic Party (PPD) | June 28, 1971
Spouse | Angela Rodríguez |
Children | Julianna Osvaldo |
Alma mater | University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez (B.A.) Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico School of Law (J.D.) |
Profession | Attorney |
Carlos J. Vargas Ferrer (June 28, 1971 – November 2, 2015) was a Puerto Rican
Vargas died on the morning of November 2, 2015, after a car accident. He was 44 years old.
Early life and education
Carlos Vargas Ferrer was born in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, but raised in the nearby town of San Sebastián. From an early age, he was raised by his mother, Paulina Ferrer, and his stepfather, Ramón Vargas.[1] Vargas officially adopted him when Carlos was 25 years old. In an interview, Vargas said "being adopted is one of the most beautiful experiences of my life ... [My stepfather] was always my father, emotionally he always was".[2]
Vargas attended the
Professional career
Vargas Ferrer started practicing law in 2000. He also litigated at the Court of Appeals in Boston. Vargas also worked as legal aide for the municipality of Carolina, specifically for the Office of Urban Affairs. He also worked as legal aide to the Chairman of the Public Building Authority, as well as legal director of the Public Corporation for the Supervision and Insurance of Cooperative Institutions (COSSEC). Vargas also had his private practice office in Cidra where he established himself in the mid-2000s.[4]
Political career
When Vargas decided to enter politics, his family was against it. His mother-in-law was the only one that encouraged him to do so. According to his wife, Vargas was "tired of being on the other side. He was tired of being an observer."[5]
Vargas Ferrer was elected to the
Vargas distinguished himself for leading what was considered by some as "avant garde" projects in favor of the medicalization of
Personal life
Vargas was married to Angela Rodríguez Acosta. They had two children together, Julianna and Osvaldo.[1] Rodríguez said in an interview that Vargas was "a very bright person. What made me fall in love with him was his intelligence."[5]
In 2010, Vargas underwent bariatric surgery at the Mennonite Hospital in Aibonito, and went from weighing 427 to 186 pounds. After that, he kept himself involved in fitness and exercise, participating in several marathons. He said in an interview that the key to maintaining his weight was "lots of exercise ... once I started exercising, I haven't stopped."[2][4]
Death
In the morning of November 2, 2015, Vargas Ferrer was driving in San Juan, when he apparently suffered a
A ceremony was held on November 4, 2015, at the Capitol of Puerto Rico.[1] The next day, Vargas Ferrer remains were transferred to San Sebastián for another ceremony.[12] His remains were cremated and his organs donated.[13]
References
- ^ a b c Del Mar, Cristina (November 4, 2015). "Emotivo homenaje póstumo a Carlos Vargas". El Nuevo Día. Retrieved November 5, 2015.
- ^ a b c Rivera Vargas, Daniel (November 27, 2013). "Representante Carlos Vargas alguna vez pesó 427 libras". Primera Hora. Retrieved November 4, 2015.
- ^ Rosario, Frances and José Madera (November 2, 2015). "Carlos Vargas Ferrer: una persona de posturas firmes". El Nuevo Día. Retrieved November 3, 2015.
- ^ a b c d e "Biografía de Carlos Vargas Ferrer". WAPA-TV. Retrieved November 4, 2015.
- ^ a b Caquías, Sandra (November 5, 2015). "El proyecto que hizo llorar a Carlos Vargas Ferrer". El Nuevo Día. Retrieved November 5, 2015.
- ^ "Elecciones Generales 2012". CEEPUR. December 29, 2012. Archived from the original on January 15, 2016. Retrieved November 5, 2015.
- ^ a b Cruz, Evelyn (May 12, 2015). "Doce preguntas para: El Representante Carlos J. Vargas Ferrer". La Cordillera. Retrieved November 5, 2015.
- ^ Amy, Christian (April 17, 2013). "Representante Carlos Vargas: Satisfecho con su trabajo en los primeros 100 días como legislador". La Cordillera. Retrieved November 5, 2015.
- ^ "Carlos Vargas: Un hombre de pueblo que impulsó legislación de avanzada". Univision. November 2, 2015. Retrieved November 5, 2015.
- ^ Banuchi, Rebecca and Javier Colón (November 2, 2015). "Fallece representante Carlos Vargas tras accidente de tránsito esta mañana". Primera Hora. Retrieved November 6, 2015.
- ^ Figueroa, Alex (November 2, 2015). "Gobernador decreta tres días de duelo". El Nuevo Día. Retrieved November 6, 2015.
- ^ "Cambios de última hora para el velatorio del representante Vargas Ferrer en San Sebastián". La Calle. November 3, 2015. Retrieved November 6, 2015.
- ^ "Cremarán restos de representante Vargas Ferrer". Metro. November 5, 2015. Retrieved November 6, 2015.