Body found: Police think body is that of Holly Berry
COOS BAY, Ore. -- Police say that although no official confirmation has been made, they believe the body found Thursday in Coos Bay is that of Holly Berry, 34, who went missing in January.
Authorities received a call from a man looking for cans to recycle, reporting a body had been found about 75 yards into the brush behind the vacant shopping center at Schoneman Street and Newmark.
Coos Bay Police Chief Gary McCullough says a backpack was found at the scene, which leads them to believe the body is that of Berry.
The identity has not been officially confirmed, but police believe the body will be identified as Berry.
Authorities say the body has been in the woods for a while, so there has been some decomposition, making identifying it as one of the missing women very difficult.
The medical examiner's office responded to the scene, and the body was taken to Bay Area Hospital, where an autopsy will be performed to positively identify.
Berry was last seen at around 4:00 p.m. on January 3, leaving her home at Baybridge Apartments on Norman Avenue.
Police say that at this point, there doesn't appear to be any foul play, but the investigation is continuing.
This is a developing story, and will be updated.
It was reported from day one about Holly being shy and her wearing many bracelets. Also her love for the color purple and knitting and crocheting, her depression and emotional issues among other things. Everyone knew that about Holly. Holly was gentle soul....always. It makes me sad that some who never posted about her before or helped search or offered to help the family, now "know" her. But it happens a lot in cases such as these. The good thing is that Holly is in God's arms right now, and she is Home. Rest in Peace, Holly. And much love to Pearl and Jay, Katherine, Iolani, Kathy, and Holly's siblings and friends.
I have read that a lot about Holly :)
Holly was an amazing young woman, at times you forget she was in her 30s. She had been through alot in her life, but usually was upbeat and always wanted to help others. She was very shy, but once she felt comfortable around her she would laugh and smile alot. One of the things I loved about her, something that reminded me of my daughter, was that she collected those rubber bracelets. At times she would have dozens on both arms. One day I was at the Mall and saw her sitting outside. I sat down with her and she just started crying. I wrapped my arms around her and not saying a word she cried for about 10 minutes, then pulled away, smiled at me and said Thank You. I asked if she wanted me to sit with her longer and she said no, that she wanted to soak up what little sun there was. I walked into Claire's bought three bracelets. LOVE, STRENGTH and SISTERS. I walked back outside and she was still sitting there looking up at the sky. I handed her the bracelets and told her that I would always be there for her. She jumped up hugged me tightly and laughed as she put the bracelets on. She said Thank you my sister. That was the last time I saw her. What I thought was so wonderful about her, was that while people were running into the mall, trying to get in before the rain, she was sitting outside just for a glimpse of the sunlight....
I think what was removed was the bashing. It appears all of what Donna said is still in place. She is not phychic and has never claimed to be. Perhaps you may have her confused with another. All the best to you and yours. I truly hope that Wanda is able to share some amazing upbeat stories about Holly :)
Wanda how did you know the beautiful Holly? It would be wondeful to hear some nice stories. Anything you can share :)
He is..
I agree, Holly deserves better than so much of this garbage. I have contacted the admin and hopefully the disgusting and inappropriate comments will be removed and people will be blocked. This happened on The World page and they blocked the same people. This is not how anybody should be remembered, Holly was a beautiful person, very happy and full of life. The comments here are degrading to all. So please just stop. I will no longer be making comments on KCBY's page as I have been attacked personally for no reason, and have had to block several people of the same group as they seem to be noticing one gets blocked and another comes at me... If they really cared about HOlly or her family none of this would be happening. And no, I don't know any of those people, except for one of them.
Chance Winston Donna and Laura are 2 very special ladies. I ignore the comments and report them to FB.. Holly would just smile at Donna and laura and tell them to let it go..
I blocked Morgan so I do not know what is being said. But I ask that people please not respond to him. This is about Holly and for some reason he decided to make it about something else. Please do not let the focus from Holly be detracted.
I have never seen anyone profess t be psychic, and I sure as hell Donna never has. But maybe you already knew that Morgan. Since your family claims to be psychic, right?
Whats wrong with all of you. This hole thing has nothing to do with any of this drama. Very sad day that the life of the missing women Holly Berry and her family have to be put through this.. very disgraceful. All of you..
Maybe its not now. I haven't been by.
not roped off at least I didnt see it when I drove by there today
I think it is probably still roped off for the investigation. I live near there but haven't had the heart to drive by since last night and the traffic jam.
exactly has anyone done a real good search where they found this body thats a mighty big area back there and who knows anything can be found back there
I feel the same, David. We learned so much from CERT, and are still searching for Glenda Campbell. And if this turns out not to be Holly, we will continue that search as well.
very true I have been on many of these kind of searches and hopefully this is not her
I hope so too. God knows they could use some peace.
I went out one day a walked around the lakes and kept my eyes open as did many people so lets hope and pray we can bring this to a close for the family
I knew Holly and the last thing she would want would be to have anybody arguing, calling names, bullying or hurting others. So please just stop and let the people who knew and love her grieve. For Holly!
We spoke with her family today, David. They are holding up as well as can be expected. They are very grateful to the community and all of those who helped search.
I am disgusted at the behavior of some people who are using the horrible event of the deceased person found yesterday to further their own issues. It is a time of mourning and respect to the friends and family of the person that was found yesterday, which the Chief of Police has spoken on camera, that it is Holly Berry based on evidence, including the clothing that she was wearing. The media is only reporting what information that is giving to them by law enforcement and the family of Holly Berry. If it comes out that by some chance that its not Holly, then my heart goes out to everybody involved for the roller coaster, as well as to the family of who it might be. meanwhile please have the decency and respect to now use this horrible tragedy to promote your own agenda which has nothing to do with Holly or any other missing person. I won't mention her name, but many of you probably know of her and understand what I am saying. As a friend of Holly's your behavior sickens me.
exactly!!!!! but lets keep the hope and thoughts that is not her and wait for results which seems to be the best thing to do for her family
So sad praying for her family and friends
RIP Holly so very sorry this happened to you. Morgan Fairbanks you much not be speaking of the same Donna that I know. She is close to the family. I have only met Holly's parents one time myself but I can tell you I seen the relationship with my own eyes, God bless you and may you never find yourself in need!!!!
Morgan, I would like to personally thank you for all you have done to try and find Holly. For spending day after day out searching in all kinds of weather, handing out fliers, talking to as many people as possible in hopes of gathering any information possible. And all for no reason other than to try and help. Oh wait..... that was Donna. My bad...
OMG Morgan you are disrespectful and You disgust lme you have no idea what you are talking about..Holly's family and Donna are very close and what a disgusting person you are..
You may want to ask Holly's family about that Morgan. I am sure they will tell you differently. You have just disgraced Holly's memory by your psychotic rant protecting your little psychotic friend and her psychotic rant! Get a life and stay out of Holly's!
Hmmm maybe my comment was a bit aggressive. I worked with homeless here and I was once ... Sorry. I just emphasize.
Hugs to her family. I know how it feels to lose a child. My prayers go out to U. God Bless....
Any word on how she parishd
If it was holly, she was 34
Cut down the homeless? Oh you mean by sheltering them, volunteering time, counseling them... Ya if only our County was more like Eugene where resources are plentiful. What exactly did you have in mind with these homeless?? Cattling them up and saying sorry but there's a wacko out there and instead of investigating were just going to assume its you all, so shoo go on get.......
Its pathetic how people turn this into attention for themselves ...
How very sad.
Lets just pray the police do get some evidence and nail the person to the wall who did this. This beautiful young woman had ever right to live.
According to something I read on CBNB.com last January, "She was last seen walking eastbound on Newmark Avenue near the intersection of LaClair Street on Thursday, January 3, 2012 at approximately 4:15 pm." And this article says she was last seen leaving her apartment at 4:00 pm. So, 15 minutes after leaving her apartment she's seen halfway to WalMart. Now, her body is found much farther away in the opposite direction and across the street, 75 yards into the brush behind a vacant shopping center. Sunset was at 4:47 pm. Her parents said "she liked to go for walks in the Empire Lake area but she has never gone on a walk there alone." None of this makes sense to me but, then again, I didn't know Holly. But, I haven't stopped thinking about her...or Glenda Campbell...since they went missing. I hope the authorities figure out what happened and why she was found where she was. And, I hope Glenda is found soon.
http://www.coosbay-northbend-oregon.com/index.php/Bay-Area-News/search-for-holly-berry-continues-in-coos-bay-north-bend-jan-31.html
@CaptchaThisWhat's this about another woman going missing? Glenda Campbell?
@Baruch@CaptchaThisGlenda Campbell went missing last November 6th. She was last seen at her apartment near South Empire Boulevard and Fulton Avenue in Coos Bay on Monday evening. Unfortunately, the search for her only lasted 4 days before being suspended.
http://www.kcby.com/news/local/Search-suspended-for-missing-Coos-Bay-woman-178505371.html
I thought the state patrol office was empty....
That's almost across the street from the state patrol office. Surprised no one smelled it
Very sad, and now hopefully her family can find closure and the authorities will find clues that will hopefully lead to an arrest.
Janelle I dont blame you.
that sad makes me cry i was hopeign they would find her alive and now we as women apparently are not safe to walk any where alone no offense but there is a high population of homeless of whcih alot of them have anger issues maaybe thats something that needs to be cut down around im scared to e ven go outside any bymyself let alone at night to take my dogs out
So very, very sad! God bless this young lady with eternal peace and rest.
Sooo sad. God bless her and her family
thats soo sad im praying for her family and friends! they better get whoever did that. that makes me sick to my stomach
omg!!! thats horrible how old was she?
@ Donna Stewart. ....???????
This monster needs to be caught' our Empire hasnt been safe in months