Celebrating Oakley’s Light: A Letter To Oakley by Mom


In this special episode, we join together to celebrate what would have been Oakley Carlson’s 7th birthday. Amidst the ongoing pursuit of justice, we shift our focus to honor the love shared between Oakley and her real family—Eric and Jamie Jo Hiles. This heartfelt tribute captures the essence of Oakley’s vibrant spirit and invites listeners to join in commemorating a life that continues to shine bright.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/czEklCGlEO0?si=pylmsdJQrWAdMA8c

As we come together to honor Oakley’s memory, let this episode remind us of the love that endures beyond the pain. Join us in celebrating Oakley’s light, and may this tribute resonate with empathy, hope, and a collective commitment to justice.

If you want to help:

Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Sgt. Paul Logan at 360-964-1729 or by email at sodetectives@ co.grays-harbor.wa.us, or call Crimestoppers at 800-222-8477

Voice your opinion to WA DCYF Secretary Ross Hunter at ross.hunter@ dcyf.wa.gov

Justice For Oakley: https://justiceforoakley.wixsite.com/home

Oakley Carlson – Oakville, Washington Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/606006277277514

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Vanished Innocence: Unraveling the Mystery of Oakley Carlson

Today, with a heavy heart, we delve into the disappearance of a very young soul, cherished by her foster parents but seemingly neglected by her biological kin. As we approach what would have been Oakley Carlson’s 7th birthday and mark the two-year anniversary of her disappearance, we embark on a journey to piece together the haunting puzzle of her case.

Special thanks to the Light the Way Advocacy Project and Haley Gray for making this episode possible. 

Content Warnings: Unsolved Case, missing or murdered child, domestic and child abuse

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If you want to help:

Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Sgt. Paul Logan at 360-964-1729 or by email at sodetectives@ co.grays-harbor.wa.us, or call Crimestoppers at 800-222-8477

Voice your opinion to WA DCYF Secretary Ross Hunter at ross.hunter@ dcyf.wa.gov

Justice For Oakley: https://justiceforoakley.wixsite.com/home 

Oakley Carlson – Oakville, Washington Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/606006277277514  

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Enjoying our podcast? We’d greatly appreciate your review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred platform.

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Credits:

Research by Haley Gray of https://haleygrayresearch.com/ 

Writing by Jesse Hawke from the Inky Pawprint.

Content editing by Lanie Hobbs (yep, that’s me again!).

Audio Engineering by the talented Neeks at We Talk of Dreams; find him on Twitter @we talk of dreams or visit https://theinkypawprint.com/

Case Cracker Elite – Patreon Producer – Kim McDermott