Police: Missing woman likely drowned
COOS BAY, Ore. -- An autopsy on Saturday has led police to confirm that the body found last week in Coos Bay is that of Holly Berry.
They say the cause of death is likely drowning.
Authorities say It appears that Holly fell into a creek in area where she was found.
As police were looking for answers, friends and family of the woman were remembering Holly.
Instead of mourning, some people say they are spreading good memories and loving thoughts of a woman who they say was full of joy and kindness.
Donna Stewart searched for Holly when she went missing back in January. She says Holly was a great person. "Holly was happy," she said. "Holly loved everybody, Holly was friendly. I don't think you would've ever heard a bad word out of that young woman's mouth. She's just a beautiful beautiful soul."
Friends who searched for her say they never gave up hope on finding her alive. "I'm thankful that they don't suspect foul play," said Laura Schier. "Hopefully it was a peaceful passing if it is her, but it still very heartbreaking to the community. She touched a lot of people's lives."
Friends say they will remember Berry as a woman who gave her time and energy to those with special needs and the less fortunate.
Friends and family will hold a candlelight vigil on Wednesday morning at 10:30 am, near the place where police found her body.
Her official memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 6 at 3:00 pm. That service will be at the First Baptist Church, 2080 Marion St. in North Bend.
Both the vigil and the service will be open to the public.
Just keep your mace and guns close if you have them and don't give strangers a chance. So many freaks and perverts and psychos out there, time for them to be afraid.
Has there been any indication or information on how she could have drowned but was found behind the old DV8? Are we missing something, somewhere?
She did walk near Walmart and was seen by an "agency" car at LaClair at about 4:45. The "stream" behind DV8 is actually a drainage ditch.
The story has been updated at the link above, to include Holly's official memorial service on April 6.
Very sorry for your loss.
no......she didnt.go tjere on het own
She didn't walk by Wal-Mart. From the flier, "...possibly go grocery shopping at Wal-Mart or Grocery Outlet." During the investigation the police found that she was shopping at Grocery Outlet via security footage. Where she went after that is where no one knew until her body was found. They had a full investigation and an autopsy, both found no foul play. Also, yes, we do have streams and creeks out here in Empire. Some are tiny, others a rather large. Take a walk around where she was found and you'll find them all over the place.
I still think foul play, she was last seen walking by Walmart not neat the dv8. Besides why would she behind there anyways?! There's a stream back there?!?!
I pray justice for holly
SORRY FOR FAMILY
Im very sorry for the familys loss
May your faith in God help you through this sorrowful time. Holly is with the angels now
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My sincere condolences to Holly's family, friends, and co-workers. Now, please find Glenda Campbell!
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I'm so deeply sorry for your horrible loss. I had the joy of knowing Holly she was an awesome young woman. I pray that all the truth about this comes to light.
How is drowning involved? Wasn't she behind a building? I'm sorry for the families loss
Thank you KCBY.
^ rit thankuuu kcby.prayers fersure
Thank you KCBY FOR THE INFORMATION
praying for hollys family, our hearts are saddened for them, .
thoughts and prayers to Holly's family.
God bless holly berry u were a wonderful women and now u r with God prayers go for the family
My sincere condolences for your family.
God Bless Holly and her family and friends. And thank you to KCBY for remaining true and postive in a time of such great sorrow for many.
So sorry for your loss!!!
I'm so sorry. God be with you all.