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Remains of Final Missing Camp Mystic Counselor Katherine Ferruzzo Recovered

Her family has announced plans to establish a legacy foundation celebrating her compassion for children with special needs.

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Overview

  • Remains of Katherine Ferruzzo, the last unaccounted-for counselor, were found Friday, completing recovery of all victims from the July 4 flood at Camp Mystic.
  • Ferruzzo was a 19-year-old Memorial High School graduate who planned to study special education at the University of Texas at Austin before volunteering at the camp.
  • A sudden flash flood along the Guadalupe River claimed at least 27 campers and staff, prompting a presidential disaster declaration to unlock federal search and recovery aid.
  • Ferruzzo’s family expressed gratitude to search and rescue teams—particularly the Texas Rangers—and to Houston and Camp Mystic communities for their support.
  • The Katherine Ferruzzo Legacy Foundation will honor her dedication to children with special needs and learning differences.