Robert Alton "Bob" Dyer

Robert Alton “Bob” Dyer

July 18, 1935 - December 24, 2025

A Celebration of Life service will be held for Robert "Bob" Dyer at Cornerstone Church, 63848 Harriet Rd, Coos Bay, OR at 11am January 24th. Refreshments and a light lunch will follow. Please bring your stories and memories of fun times with Bob and his adventures. We'd love to hear it all!

Robert “Bob” Dyer, 90,  of North Bend, was born July 18, 1935, in Westbrook, Maine to Lavina and Lawrence Dyer. After moving across the country, he spent his early years in North Bend, Oregon, with his mother, where he grew into a hardworking and ambitious young man. After graduating from North Bend High School, he worked at Weyerhaeuser before proudly serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Forrestal as a machinist.

Bob was deeply shaped by the guidance of his stepfather Eugene McBride, a North Bend police officer who became a cherished father figure. After returning from military service, Bob honored McBride’s legacy by joining the North Bend Police Department, where he built a distinguished 36‑year career. He rose through the ranks from patrolman to captain and served as acting Chief of Police. His dedication, strength, and integrity left a lasting mark on his community.

Bob was the proud father of two children, Michael and Kathy. After retiring in 1994, he embraced travel, rock and gem shows, and the simple joys of life. In time, he found love again with Ella, a longtime friend and colleague. The two married in Las Vegas and shared years of companionship, faith, and service, volunteering together at the Coos Bay Senior Center and remaining active in their church.

After Ella’s passing in 2019, Bob was lovingly supported by his family, who ensured he remained cared for, connected, and uplifted. He spent his final years surrounded by those who cherished him, finding joy in small adventures, Sunday services, and the company of loved ones.

Bob passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, joining his wife Ella, his mother Lavina, and his children Michael and Kathy in Heaven. He leaves behind many friends, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, his step daughter and her husband who remember his kindness and sense of adventure.

May we honor his memory by living as he did, was strong, generous, and full of heart.

Cremation rites have been held under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave, Coos Bay, Oregon and inurnment will be at Sunset Memorial Park in Coos Bay.

Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary - 541/267-4216