Steven Wayne Gardner
39, of Anchorage, Alaska, died Oct. 27, 2009, in Anchorage.

Mildred 'Millie' Messmer
 98, of Myrtle Point, died Oct. 28, 2009, in Myrtle Point. Arrangements are pending with Amling/Schroeder Funeral Service - Myrtle Point Chapel, 572-2524.

 Yvonne Schrader Bower
A celebration honoring the life of Yvonne Schrader Bower, 76, of Coos Bay will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Bower home.

 Charlotte Jean Nuessle
A gathering for family and friends to celebrate the life of Charlotte Jean Nuessle, 69, of Bandon, will be held from 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 30, at the Bandon VFW Hall.

Troy Fite
 41, of Bandon, died Oct. 25, 2009, in Coos Bay. Arrangements are pending with North Bend Chapel, 756-0440.

Edwin Thorp
74, of Coos Bay, died Oct. 2, 2009, in Klamath County.

LeRoy V. Geroux
Due to a family illness, a memorial service is pending for LeRoy V. Geroux, 84, of Reedsport at the Powers Cemetery.