Hundreds of residents braved near-freezing temperatures to honor Deputy Jesus “Jesse” Vargas, a Brazoria County Sheriff’s deputy fatally shot in the line of duty on January 15th. St. John the Baptist Catholic Church overflowed with mourners, including family, friends, and law enforcement officers from nearby agencies like Matagorda County and Bay City. Red and blue lights reflected on gray skies as police vehicles lined the streets in tribute. Inside, a somber Catholic Mass celebrated Vargas’ life as a dedicated officer, husband, and father.