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Daily Mirror
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Desperate final words of brave dad who died saving kids and fiancé from floods
Brave dad Julian Ryan was praised as a 'hero' by his family, who said his death in the Texas floods has left 'an unfillable void in all our lives' - his fiancé has now shared his heartbreaking final words The family of dad who died while rescuing his loved ones from flooding in Texas shared his final, heartbreaking words. Julian Ryan gave his life to save his family during flooding along the Guadalupe River in Kerrville, northwest of San Antonio, on July 4. Authorities said 27 girls remain unaccounted for after flood water swept into the Mystic Christian summer camp located close to the river. On a GoFundMe page, Julian's family said: "It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we share the devastating news of the unexpected and tragic passing of our beloved Julian Ryan on July 4th, 2025. Holding back tears, Ryan's fiancée, Christinia Wilson, recalled her fiancé's harrowing final moments. "He looked at me, the kids, and his mother and said, "I'm sorry, I'm not going to make it. I love y'all,"' she said, adding that Ryan's body was recovered later that morning after the water receded, reports MailOnline. Loved ones say Ryan's bravery and selflessness will never be forgotten. "He died a hero," his sister, Connie Salas, said. "That will never go unnoticed." The heroic father's family is now mourning the loss of a man they describe as kind, funny and fiercely devoted to those he loved. In a statement posted to the fundraiser, Ryan's relatives said his death has left "an unfillable void." "Julian gave his life for his family, passing as a true hero," the family wrote. "While we are eternally grateful for his sacrifice, we are shattered by our loss. His sudden departure has left an unfillable void in all our lives "He was known to have an infectious laugh and unwavering kindness. He touched countless lives with his humor and will be deeply missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him," the fundraising page reads. As of Sunday morning, the death toll is at least 51, with 27 children from a summer camp situated along the river - Camp Mystic - still missing. Search teams have attempted rescues in what they called "a very harsh environment" and managed to save some people who climbed up trees in a bid to escape the flood waters. But as rescue teams are searching for the missing, Texas officials are facing scrutiny over their preparations and why residents and summer camps for children that are dotted along the river were not alerted sooner or told to evacuate. Officials said they had not expected such an intense downpour of rain, equivalent to months' worth in a few short hours, insisting that no one saw the flood potential coming.
Daily Mirror
05-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
Dad tragically dies saving family from horror floods as 27 kids still missing
Dad Julian Ryan was praised as a 'hero' by his family, who said his death in the Texas floods has left 'an unfillable void in all our lives' - a GoFundMe has been organised to support his family A dad tragically died saving his family from the harrowing floods in Texas where at least 27 children are still missing. Relatives of "true hero" Julian Ryan confirmed the dad had given his life to save his family during flooding along the Guadalupe River in Kerrville, northwest of San Antonio, on July 4. Authorities said 27 girls remain unaccounted for after flood water swept into the Mystic Christian summer camp located close to the river. On a GoFundMe page, Julian's family said: "It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we share the devastating news of the unexpected and tragic passing of our beloved Julian Ryan on July 4th, 2025. "Julian, his fiancé, kids, and mother were awakened when water came rushing into their home. Julian jumped into action to protect and save his family and get them to safety. "Julian gave his life for his family, passing as a true hero. While his family is eternally grateful for his sacrifice, they are shattered by their loss. Julian was a beloved son, father, fiancé, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend to so many, and his sudden departure has left an unfillable void in all our lives." Since being set up, the GoFundMe campaign has raised $10,080 (£7,381), surpassing the $8,000 (£5,858) target. Money from the fundraiser will go towards financially assisting his family. The Guadalupe River rose more than 20ft in less than two hours while hundreds of children were celebrating Independence Day in the US. Kerrville Mayor Joe Herring Jr warned it would be a tough day for many across the state and expressed his gratitude for emergency services. He added: "People need to know, today will be a hard day. It will be a hard day." He thanked people around the county before adding: "I'm thankful you're here. Today will be a hard day. Please pray for our community." Search teams have attempted rescues in what they called "a very harsh environment" and managed to save some people who climbed up trees in a bid to escape the flood waters. Kerrville City Manager Dalton Rice said rescuers were attempting to identify heat sources in the flooded area. He added: "I do want to encourage folks with road damage, even though a road may be open, please use extreme caution. If water does get under the road, we are seeing a lot of debris, a lot of asphalt that is washing up, so there could be some other damaged areas."
