On January 11, 2020, Holly Ellsworth-Clark vanished. The circumstances around her disappearance were convoluted and worrisome as she had called her parents the day before and told them she had spent the night running through the forest from two men. This unnerving revelation and the days leading to weeks, created an organized chaos that began the search for Holly. Over the coming months, her father Dave and her friend Elle took on the role of being the public face for a search that spanned not only the nation, but internationally as well. From ground searches to utilizing social media to live interviews, this unlikely duo and masses of volunteers did everything they could to bring Holly home.
Unfortunately, Holly was found deceased on September 8, 2020 in the Hamilton harbour, a mere mile from where she was last seen. This gut wrenching outcome was horrific for all parties involved as the search for Holly was something from a blockbuster movie and unbelievable at the best of times. “We would like to thank the media, Hamilton Police and everyone who helped us look for our girl. We will forever be thankful and grateful for your generosity and desire to bring Holly home” says Elle.
The saddest news was when I found out that beautiful Holly was located deceased, she was only 27 years old. I interviewed Holy’s dad Dave Clark and Elle McFearsin on May 28th, 2020 for season 1, episode 7. This was titled “Hamilton Police Service Missing Person Holly Ellsworth-Clark”, you can listen to the episode here; https://www.buzzsprout.com/1004203/3956783-hamilton-police-service-missing-person-holly-ellsworth-clark
I really felt deep in my heart she was going to be found alive, that is what I was hoping for. My heart hurts for Holly, her family, Elle, and all who loved her. I wanted to honour her and speak with Elle. This sentimental interview will forever be Cherished in my heart. It is real and from Elle’s heart. I just love the song “Ease Up” which is 3.56 seconds of amazing lyrics & music. We ended the interview with this cool song. I like to sit back and listen to these lyrics as I smile and hope Holly knows the huge impact she has had on this world. Happy Heavenly Birthday Holly Clark, your MUSIC will forever live on! ~ Diana Trepkov
To purchase her album, pls click on this link!
Please click on the link below to listen to this podcast episode.