| Location | Bethlehem Pa Usa |
| Age | 17 years |
| Cause of Death | Stabbed |
| Date of Birth | 1962 |
| Date of Death | 28/03/1979 |
| Visitors | 5,899 since 19/02/2009 |
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Holly was a pretty, popular and friendly 17 year old High School senior who was active in sports and the school choir. She was a good student and worked part time to stay busy. To quote her father, Richard, "she was everything I could have wanted in a daughter. In Bethlehem Pennsylvania, on Wednesday the 28th of March 1979, Holly came home from school, changed her clothes, chatted on the phone with friends and made dinner plans for 6:00 PM. At 4:30PM while talking to a girlfriend, a knock came on the door, she told the friend to hold on, answered the door, picked up phone and told friend she'd call her back. She never did. She was found the next day by her brother who spent the night before at a family friends home. She was stabbed 18 times and left to die on her kitchen floor. The knife was broken, but still in her back. It was wiped clean. Her Dad was on a business trip. Her Mom died two years before from cancer. Her Brother, Sean, died six months after Holly due to complications from an explosive fire. Now her Dad, who is 90 years old is asking people to remember Holly and the terrible thing that happened to her. He needs to know that people cared. It seems people have ignored this tragedy that happened in out sleepy little town. Holly (and Sean!) you are gone but never forgotten. There are a few of us still working at finding the heartless being that did this. May you be at peace.
Holly x x x x
ღ* My Memories *ღ*
(Patience Strong)
On the road that all must tread
You have traveled on ahead
Out into the morning light
Out of reach and out of sight
But never far away
For every night and every day
On the wings of memory
Something brings you back to me
Some simple and familiar thing
That sets my heart remembering.
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*ღ* Memories *ღ*
(James Carter)
The memories we hold deep within our heart,
can bring us joy, or tear us apart.
They surface when we're lonely, they make us cry,
As we sort through painful memories, of days gone by.
They can cause such sadness and heartache too,
We even wonder at times if we'll make it through.
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The memories are our past, we never let them go,
They are also our future to help us grow.
Memories within the heart, always stay,
But given time, the pain, will go away.
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Give yourself the time, for when heartache is real
You need to grieve before wounds can heal.
Then you can look back, once in awhile,
And memories will be there to remember with a smile.
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They'll bring you comfort, there'll be no more pain,
And your heart will be free....to love again.
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31 Years And You are Not Forgotten
The Grand Jury has begun to convene calling witnesses to testify on your behalf. It is official that the first case they are working on is your case. Classmates have added your story to their "facebook" pages. Many people are connecting on your behalf Holly. You touched many hearts and now people are realizing that your murder was not something to become an urban legend but a real and true crime. Many thoughts about you collectively will help those on the case find your killer. You are using me to channel all of this energy and I welcome you always. I made a promise and although I too am getting older, I always try to keep my promises.
I remember...
I had been living in Carlisle, Pa. for 2 years when I saw the news of Holly's murder. I never knew that it was not solved until a friend on Facebook mentioned the case. I hope and pray that some resolution is found for Holly's father, friends and family. No one should ever be forgotten...
You are loved Holly
Many of your friends are coming forward on your behalf. They are remembering. They are sharing memories of you that are touching many hearts. We will find whoever it was Holly. There are many people involved and new friendships developing because of this sad and horrible crime.
Speak to us Holly. We are listening.
Justice Is Coming Holly
The Northampton County DA has opened a Cold Case Unit on 29 June 09. The first and top priority will be your case Holly. It has been all over the media. They have hired a PA State Police Homicide detective. He will have four volunteer detectives working with him. This is a very hopeful time for those of us who care.
There are so many who still carry the story of your murder and possibly Sean's. There is great debate over whether or not Sean's death was an accident.
They will be working for some time but I believe they will find the answers this time. There is a collective consciousness regarding your murder. We will find justice for you.
There are two websites that have been following your case and friends have started to come forward and speak of you. They say only wonderful things about you and your brother. We have over 16,000 views to date. 8,000 of them just since April.
Anyone wanting to keep up with the latest, email me at starkrial@yahoo.com. I will share all I know with you! Mare A. sends her love.
THINKING OF YOU
HOLLY I AM NOW THINKING OF YOU
AND WONT FORGET YOU
SENDING MY THOUGHTS ALL THE WAY FROM
EDINBURGH IN SCOTLAND
LOVE
JOYCE
God be with you
May God always be with you now. You are with your brother, among the angels. Know that you were loved
Peace and Justice Coming
Holly,
We, who have not forgotten, have finally piqued the interests of the local District Attorney. On 21 April he will meet with the current city detectives on your case. There is talk of a Grand Jury! There is hope!
The murderer who must deal with this every day of their life knows that the end is near. It has been thirty years. The local news media, particularly a man in Philadelphia have helped enormously.
Thanks to all of you who have lit a candle or made tribute to Holly. This means a great deal to her family and friends.
A few words
I was only 6 yrs old when this happened, but remember it like it was yesterday. I just want to let Mr. Branigan know that my thoughts and prayers are with him, and I hope that the police can get some kind of lead on this. With today's technology, there should be something they can do. Or perhaps, the offender, or someone who knows something can come forward. To all of Holly's remaining family and loved ones, I cant imagine the pain you have endured when this tragedy occured, all I remembered at 6 yrs old, when I saw the picture in the paper was that she was such a beautiful girl and why would someone kill her?
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