Three members of the Walker family from Kentfield, California, are missing following catastrophic floods in Hunt, Texas, that have resulted in over 100 fatalities. The family, consisting of Mark Walker, 51, his wife Sara, and their 14-year-old son Johnny, were at their vacation home when the flooding occurred. Their 16-year-old daughter, Ellie, managed to escape the rising waters at a nearby camp and has since been reunited with her uncle, Tyler Walker, a former pitcher for the San Francisco Giants.
The floods were triggered by heavy rainfall that caused the Guadalupe River to rise dramatically, reportedly by 26 feet in less than one hour, around dawn on July 4, 2025. This sudden surge overwhelmed structures along the river, including Camp Mystic, where at least 27 campers tragically lost their lives and another ten remain unaccounted for.
In the aftermath of the flooding, first responders have been tirelessly searching the banks of the Guadalupe River for missing individuals. Many survivors were discovered clinging to trees or struggling in the fast-moving water. Kathy Walker, the mother of Mark and Tyler, shared that she had last been in contact with Mark while they were at the vacation home but has not heard from him since the disaster.
“We can only pray and wait for a miracle at this point,” Kathy stated. A prayer service for the missing family is scheduled at Marin Catholic High School, where Johnny was set to begin his freshman year. The school community is rallying together during this difficult time, with a statement expressing hopes for the safe return of the Walker family members.
As the situation unfolds, Texas state officials report that over 160 individuals are still missing due to the flooding, highlighting the widespread devastation that has affected numerous families and communities across the region. The tragic events have prompted an outpouring of support and concern from across the country as efforts to locate the missing continue.
The impact of this disaster extends beyond the immediate loss; it has left a profound effect on families and communities striving to cope with the aftermath. As search efforts persist, the Walker family and many others remain in the thoughts and prayers of those affected and their supporters.
