The community of Cárdenas, Matanzas, is mourning the loss of one of its most cherished figures, affectionately known as El Puma. The sad news was shared by Christian Arbolaez in the "Cardenenses en Facebook" group, where he expressed the profound sorrow felt by many residents over the passing of this local icon.
"His name echoed throughout every corner of our city, and while he might not have been famous beyond our circle, to us he was a symbol of joy and authenticity," Arbolaez remarked. El Puma was renowned for his perpetual smile and kind words, embodying the spirit of Cárdenas. His absence leaves a void that will be challenging to fill, as he walked the streets with a distinct charm, spreading his vibrant energy to everyone around him.
"His stories, antics, and unique personality will remain in the memories of those fortunate enough to have known him," continued the heartfelt tribute shared online. A message of condolence was also extended to his family and friends, with Arbolaez expressing, "May they find solace in the love and warmth that El Puma planted in the lives of all who knew him."
He concluded with, "May he rest in peace, knowing that his memory will live on in the hearts of his people, his Cárdenas." The passing of a beloved figure always brings immense sorrow to their loved ones; when it involves a popular character, the sadness resonates through the streets, the community, and the entire city.
Other Recent Losses in Cuban Communities
On Tuesday, with heavy hearts, colleagues, students, and friends bade farewell to Isabel Mata, a prominent educator in Sagua La Grande, Villa Clara. She left a significant impact on generations of teachers. The Faculty of Medical Sciences in Sagua la Grande announced her passing on Facebook, highlighting her unwavering dedication to teaching.
In Santiago de Cuba, the death of Dr. Elicio de Jesús Rodríguez Martí, a distinguished proctologist, was mourned on Sunday. He passed away after a brief illness. The Saturnino Lora Torres Provincial Clinical Surgical Teaching Hospital shared on Facebook that Rodríguez, born on December 19, 1945, was a pioneering figure in Coloproctology in eastern Cuba after 1959, leaving a lasting legacy in Cuban medicine.
Also on Sunday, Cuban paramedics grieved the loss of Yosmedy García Cobas, fondly known as "El Moro," a young colleague from the Medical Emergencies System (SIUM) in Havana. His untimely passing was met with deep sadness among his peers.