Brogan Dulle went missing early May 18 after telling friends he had lost his cellphone and planned to retrace his steps, possibly back to a nearby restaurant.
The 21-year-old education student left behind his wallet, money, keys, and identification before leaving about 3 a.m., and he never returned.
Volunteers canvassed the entire area since then, knocking on doors miles away from Dulle’s apartment, checking ditches and wooded areas, and handing out fliers at Memorial Day weekend festivals.
Dulle’s family abruptly called off the search Monday afternoon without explanation, but his body was discovered hours later.