Robert Vargas
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Robert Vargas, age 57, passed away on December 24, 2024, in his apartment in Reading, PA after a house fire. Robert was born January 11, 1967 in Bronx, NY to Carlos Vargas and Rafaela Rivera. Back in January 11, 2007, he married his wife, Katty Vargas. They settled in the Bronx for many years until they decided to move to Philadelphia, PA. He raised his 2 stepchildren, (Katherine & Miguel) from a very young age. A man of many talents, Robert worked as a security officer at Reading Hospital/Tower Health in Reading, PA, at Girard College in Philadelphia and at Manhattan College in New York.
The youngest of 5 children, Robert was a beloved husband, devoted sibling, father figure and grandfather.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Robert may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love. He is survived by his wife; two stepchildren, and 2 step grandsons. Katty, Katherine, Miguel, Devin & Kevin. Family and friends are invited to attend his memorial gathering and funeral on Friday, April 11th, from 9:30 am – 11:00 am at McCafferty Funeral & Cremation Inc. 6711 Frankford Ave. (between Unruh & Knorr sts) There will be a prayer service starting at 11:00 am Further arrangements will be held in private by his family.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Robert may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love. He is survived by his wife; two stepchildren, and 2 step grandsons. Katty, Katherine, Miguel, Devin & Kevin. Family and friends are invited to attend his memorial gathering and funeral on Friday, April 11th, from 9:30 am – 11:00 am at McCafferty Funeral & Cremation Inc. 6711 Frankford Ave. (between Unruh & Knorr sts) There will be a prayer service starting at 11:00 am Further arrangements will be held in private by his family.
SPANISH
Con profundo pesar anunciamos el fallecimiento de Robert Vargas, de 57 años, quien falleció el 24 de diciembre de 2024 en su apartamento en Reading, Pensilvania, tras un incendio en su casa. Robert nació el 11 de enero de 1967 en el Bronx, Nueva York, hijo de Carlos Vargas y Rafaela Rivera. El 11 de enero de 2007, se casó con Katty Vargas. Se establecieron en el Bronx durante muchos años hasta que decidieron mudarse a Filadelfia, Pensilvania. Crió a sus dos hijastros (Katherine y Miguel) desde muy joven. Hombre de múltiples talentos, Robert trabajó como agente de seguridad en el Reading Hospital/Tower Health en Reading, Pensilvania, en el Girald College de Filadelfia y en el Manhattan College de Nueva York. El menor de cinco hermanos, Robert fue un amado esposo, un hermano devoto, una figura paterna y un abuelo. Al despedirnos de esta querida alma, encontramos consuelo en los recuerdos más preciados: las risas compartidas, la sabiduría impartida, los momentos de tranquila reflexión en su presencia. Aunque Robert ya no esté entre nosotros, su espíritu perdura en los ecos de su bondad, la calidez de su abrazo y la luz de su amor eterno. Le sobreviven su esposa, dos hijastros y dos nietos: Katty, Katherine, Miguel, Devin y Kevin. El servicio funerario se llevará a cabo en McCafferty Funeral & Cremation Inc. el viernes 11 de abril de 2025 de 9:30 a. m. a 11:30 a. m.
Miguel and the Vargas Family, May the God you serve give you comfort during this difficult. May he wrap his arms around you and give you peace.
Miguel and the Vargas Family,
May the God you serve give you comfort during this difficult. May he wrap his arms around you and give you peace.