He was born circa 1776. His father was Felipe (Felix) Perez, and his mother was Antonia Vela. In 1782, he lived in Mier in household number 21. The church census recorded that he was a young child, casta, and 6 years old. His household included 6 people. In 1791, he lived in Mier in household number 46. The church census recorded that he was a child, casta, and 15 years old. His household included 5 people.