Texas flood victims: Girl 'living her best life' and 'heart and soul' of camp
Published: 7/5/2025

At least 43 lives have been lost in Texas floods, including 15 children, with identities of some victims still unknown. Eight-year-old Renee Smajstrla, who was enjoying camp when swept away by the flood, is among the victims, while Jane Ragsdale, described as the "heart and soul" of Heart O' the Hills camp, also perished. Another victim, Sarah Marsh, an elementary school student at Camp Mystic, tragically lost her life. The community mourns their loss and remembers their impact on those around them.