Michael W. Poole

February 6, 1944 – February 10, 2024

Michael W. Poole, age 80, of Coos Bay, passed away February 10, 2024 in McMinnville, Oregon.

Michael was born on May 14, 1944, in Marshfield, Oregon to Vidman and Ada (Abell) Poole. He was raised in Marshfield and attended Marshfield High School where he met his wife, Trudy. Following high school, he served in the Navy as an aviation mechanic.

After the Navy Michael joined the Coquille Police Department for 10 years and then the North Bend Police for 20 years. Michael most enjoyed patrolling in his cruiser. After retiring from the force, Micheal enjoyed working at Bay Area Hospital as security.

In 1992, Michael and Trudy married and began their lives together. Michael enjoyed woodworking and creating new projects. He will be remembered as a happy and loving man. Michael is survived by his loving wife; Trudy, his sisters; Peri and Lori, his stepson, Rodney, and many grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather; Ada and Bill Warr, his father, Vidma Poole, and son, Michael D. Poole. Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson’s Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon 541/267-4216