With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, we remember and honor the life of Bryce Randall, a 25-year-old man from Myrtle Point whose life was tragically cut short in the early morning hours of February 2, 2026. Bryce’s passing has left family, friends, and the wider community grieving a loss that feels both sudden and profoundly painful.
In the early hours of that morning, North Coos 911 received a report of a disturbance at a residence near Highway 42 in Coquille. Deputies responded and found an individual suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite the determined, life-saving efforts of first responders, Bryce was pronounced dead at the scene. The shock of his loss has reverberated through the community, leaving loved ones to grapple with grief and unanswered questions.
According to investigators, a conflict occurred that escalated and resulted in gunfire. A 31-year-old Coquille man, George Jones, was arrested later that morning and charged with second-degree murder. The investigation remains a matter for the courts and law enforcement to fully determine the facts and circumstances surrounding the incident. As with all such cases, the process ahead will seek clarity, accountability, and truth.
Amid the investigation, it is important to center our remembrance on Bryce Randall—on his life, not the tragedy that ended it. Bryce was more than a name in a report. He was a son, a friend, and a young man with a future ahead of him. Those who knew him carry memories of shared moments, laughter, and the unique presence he brought into their lives. His absence leaves a silence that words cannot fill.
This loss serves as a solemn reminder of how quickly lives can change and how deeply violence affects not only those directly involved, but families and communities who must live with the aftermath. As loved ones mourn Bryce, they deserve compassion, space to grieve, and the comfort of community support.
May Bryce Randall rest in eternal peace. May his family and friends find strength in one another, comfort in cherished memories, and hope that healing will come with time. His life mattered, and he will be remembered with love by all who knew him.