Virginia Hollis, an 8-year-old flood victim, was remembered at her funeral procession on July 16 in Bellville, Texas. She was one of many children attending Camp Mystic when flash floods struck on July 4, leading to 27 fatalities. Residents paid tribute along the street as her hearse arrived from San Antonio, accompanied by loved ones. Virginia's horse, Salt Valley, carried her saddle with her small cowgirl hat and pink boots inside, honoring her legacy. Mourners displayed green bows representing the camp and left memorial items throughout the community.
A riderless horse paid a symbolic tribute to eight-year-old Virginia Hollis during her funeral procession in Bellville, Texas, following her tragic death in floodwaters.
Virginia was attending Camp Mystic when flash floods swept through on July 4, leading to the deaths of 27 children and counselors, including her.
Residents of Bellville lined the streets in silence, honoring Virginia during her hearse's procession that began over 150 miles away in San Antonio.
Mourners wore green bows to represent Camp Mystic and left stuffed bears and flowers at a memorial in support of Virginia's family and legacy.
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