A memorial built from flood debris is helping Kerr County heal
The tribute was created by artist Roberto Marquez. He came to Kerrville days after the storm and began building crosses from debris that he found in Guadalupe Park.
The park remains closed; but a section is open to see Robert’s work.
There is an interactive mural and handcrafted crosses to reflect the lives lost and offer comfort to those affected.
He hopes what he left behind in Texas serves a purpose.
God bless you, thank you for sharing your gift, Roberto!
@peacheeprogress ✝️🕊️ GUADALUPE RIVER MEMORIAL Roberto Marquez, an artist from Oak Cliff, Dallas, traveled to Kerr County with his wife to honor the lives lost in the Central Texas floods. He installed 120 wooden crosses along the Guadalupe River — some crafted from debris pulled directly from the water, symbolizing a raw, sacred connection to the tragedy. “The first thing I did when I arrived — I picked some of these pickets from the river. I like to have my reference right from where the event happened.” — Roberto Marquez This memorial is more than art — it’s a space for prayer, remembrance, and healing. Each cross stands for a soul taken too soon. 🕯️🙏🏻🤍 Light a candle. Say a prayer. Share their story. Let us never forget. #GuadalupeRiver #TexasFloodMemorial #RobertoMarquezArt #KerrvilleFlood #TexasFloods2025 #RiverOfRemembrance #GoneButNotForgotten #PrayForTexas #TexasStrong #ArtForHealing #FloodVictims #HillCountryMemorial #KerrCounty #OakCliffToKerrville #DallasToKerrville #CommunityStrong #FYP #ForYou #FloodAwareness #RGVToKerrville #NeverForget
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