16/07/2026 14:12 - Sociales
July 16, 2026 - The coastal city of Mar del Plata and the Argentine business community are standing alongside the iconic Cabrales family during a time of profound sorrow. Joaquín 'Joaco' Cabrales, aged 32, son of José Manuel Cabrales and Mónica Pazos, tragically passed away on July 14, 2026.
The heartbreaking news was shared by his first cousin, Martín Cabrales, the CEO of the renowned coffee enterprise, through an emotional message on his social media platforms. 'Today I say goodbye with great sadness to my beloved first cousin, the youngest of us, at 32 years old. May he rest in peace alongside my Uncle Coco and our grandparents. Fly high, Joaco, you will always live in the hearts of the entire family,' expressed the businessman.
At this time, the family has chosen to keep the details regarding the cause of his passing private, requesting understanding during this difficult period. Joaquín was one of the youngest members of one of the most emblematic families in Mar del Plata, a family deeply connected to the industrial and productive development of the city.
| Wake Location: | Casa Piovano (3 de Febrero 3636, Mar del Plata) |
| Date & Time: | Thursday, July 16, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Burial Site: | Colinas de Paz (Av. 10 de Febrero 2100, Mar del Plata) |
To understand the significance of this family in Argentina, one must look at the history of Cabrales S.A., a symbol of tradition and innovation. Founded in 1941 by Asturian immigrant Antonio Cabrales Vega, the company started with a small shop named 'La Planta de Café' in Mar del Plata. Over the decades, the firm grew exponentially, expanding its operations to Buenos Aires and the General Savio Industrial Park.
Today, under the leadership of the third generation (Martín, Germán, and Marcos Cabrales), the company exports its premium coffee products to various markets across the Americas and Europe, all while maintaining its deeply rooted family character and commitment to the city where it was born.
The local educational community has also joined in the mourning. The Holy Trinity College in Mar del Plata, the institution where Joaquín studied, issued a touching statement: 'In his beloved memory. Those we love live forever in our hearts and in our memories.'
Alfredo S. Quiroga
