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Texas mother left to get moving boxes in 1985 and never came home. What happened to Cathy Sampson?

Marco Sullivan
Marco Sullivan
Marco Sullivan
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With over a decade of experience, Marco Sullivan reports on the Austin FC and other professional sports teams. He earned his degree from Texas State University and has contributed to ESPN Radio and the San Antonio Express-News.

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Texas mother left to get moving boxes in 1985 and never came home. What happened to Cathy Sampson? — Austin Community news

Her purple Pontiac was found along U.S. 82 with her purse and valuables still inside.

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