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The parents of 8-year-old Kelinen Elizabeth Little confirmed on Fox News Digital Friday that Texas Rangers recognized him as one of the camp mistic girls killed in Texas Hill Country Flood.
The Little family described Kelinen, who went missing at the fourth place of July, as “shining light in this world”.
The family wrote in a statement to Fox News Digital, “He was kind, fearless, foolish, kind and a loving friend for all.”
Kelinen Elizabeth Little, 8, died on July 4, 2025 in the Texas Hill Country flood. (Courtesy of Little Family)
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She said that she “deeply believes in Jesus,” seeing that she is rejoiced to know that she is in heaven with our master and savior. “
One All-Girls Private Christian Retreat, Camp Mistic reported the disappearance of 27 girls after the flood of the Guadalup River and the water went through the campground.
They are all dead, and first continue to search for response remains.
Campers’ goods sit outside of the Camp Mystic Cabins near the Guadalup River on July 7, 2025, in Texas, after a flash flood after a flash flood. (Ellie Heartman/AP Photo)
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“Even though she was taken very quickly from our way, but we thank God for eight magical years, which we got to share with her,” Little wrote. “Our family wants to thank everyone for his prayer and support during this difficult time. We are always grateful to men and women who are assisting in search and rescue efforts.”
According to officials, the flood killed at least 119 people, and at least 176 people are missing.
On July 5, 2025, items are scattered inside a cabin at the Camp Mystic after a deadly flood in Ker County, Texas. (Reuters/Sergio Floors)
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In honor of Kelinen, the family established Kelinen Elizabeth Little Memorial Foundation to give charitable reasons that loved her heart.
The fund is part of the Greater Houston Community Foundation, a tax-free organization.
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The Little family asked for a continuous prayer for all the families affected by the tragedy.
