Francis “Buddy” Musto, 76, of Clearwater, Florida.
Loving husband, father and grandfather passed away on Monday, January 4, 2010.
Buddy, as he was fondly known by his family and friends, was born in Oakwood, Staten Island, New York on February 10, 1933. Upon graduating from St. Peters High School for Boys, he joined the United States Navy and proudly served his beloved country from 1952 to 1956. As an aircraft electrician, Buddy saw duty on the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier while on a World Cruise during the Korean Conflict. Upon receiving an honorable discharge from the Navy, Buddy entered the field of elevator mechanics and spent the better part of his successful career until retirement employed by the City of New York Housing Authority as Chief Elevator Mechanic.
Many that knew Buddy will remember him as a kind, friendly and out-going individual with his own special way of doing things complemented by his unique reference to things which the family proudly coined, “Buddyisms.” An avid sports fan, he was especially loyal to the game of baseball and loved the game as it was meant to be played when it was just a game. Always with his wife, Maureen, by his side, Buddy loved to travel the seven seas and relished visits to Europe and especially the Emerald Island of Ireland. With a strong passion for life, he was always the center of a good time had by all.
Buddy is survived by his beloved wife, Maureen nee O’Connell; his son, Frank, daughter-in-law, Janie, and grandchildren, Tyler and Spencer; his daughter, Laureen, son-in-law Paul Segreto, and grandchildren, Paul Jr and wife, Erin, Kristen, Brad and Jennifer; his son Steven; and his daughter, Kathy, son-in-law, John Watkins, and grandchildren, John and Megan.
Memorial services to be held on Saturday, January 9, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at St. Michael The Archangel Catholic Church in Clearwater, Florida. In lieu of flowers, donations to Suncoast Hospice are greatly appreciated.
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We lost a one-of-a-kind man… Buddy and I enjoyed both happy and sad times together like father and son, we laughed and joked like fraternity brothers, we worked side-by-side like long-time coworkers, and most importantly, and to my greatest honor, we spoke with each other like the truest of friends… Sorry, guys, the mold was broken when they made a father-in-law like Buddy Musto… I’ll miss him dearly.
I love and miss you!!!
My father was the greatest man I’ve ever known. I will forever hold in my heart the wonderful memories, great times, and his fun loving spirit. I love you Dad and will forever miss you!
I had the pleasure to meet Buddy a few years ago and he was one of a kind. My sincere condolences to the family…
I had the wonderful opportunity of meeting Mr. Musto and his lovely wife- through Kathy, my sister-in-law, they were both fun to be around and always a smile on his face. He must be proud.
With much love.
Buddy was a great man we were so very fortunate and privileged to know over the past few years. We will miss him dearly!
Bud was the nicest guy you’d ever want to meet!
Dad was one of kind! He lived life to the fullest always had a great time in everything he did. Mom would always tell me that she couldn’t get over how happy he was every day. He would wake up in the morning with a smile and whistling as he went through his morning routine. Because of him I have fanatical passion for baseball as do my sons. He will be missed by anyone who ever met him. Words can’t describe what he meant to me.
My Dad was the greatest man I ever knew!! He had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed living life to the fullest. Always a smile for everyone. I will miss him dearly everyday of my life. I know he is watching over us with a smile…I love and miss you Dad.
Thanks you for your service Mr Musto. May God bless you and give you peace. My prayers also to your wonderful family.
Buddy was a great friend and will be greatly missed by us. God Bless rest in peace
Loving memories and a strong family committment support us during our time of loss. Frank and Janie are that strong family and I’ve had the honor to be their friend for more than 20 years. I am thinking of you and love you.
Uncle Bud was one of a kind. He could strike up a conversation with anyone. He had the rare gift of making everyone he met feel special. He always wanted to hear about you. He was a great role model and one of the funniest guys I have ever met. Bud…our loss is heaven’s gain. We will miss you.
Buddy Musto – you can not think of the man or say his name that happy memories come to mind and a smile comes to your face. Not only was he funny he was a very sweet and kind man. He was loved my many and will be truly missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with each of the family. You were blessed to have him in your family and we were blessed to have him in our life! Love to each of you.
Buddy will be sorely missed by Betty and myself. He was one of the most vibrant and optimistic person we ever met.
God Bless and rest in peace.
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Bud was a good friend with a wonderful sense of humor. I will never forget when I turned the tables on him and pulled a “Buddyism” and introduce myself a “Bud Musto”
at a combined club dinner and said if anyone had any compalints see “me”. He roaared with laughter. Please don’t tell St. Peter your name is Tom Mauro. Rest in Peace old friend.
Sorry for your loss, over time you will only remember the good times and treasure your past memories of time spent with him.
Buddy will be greatly missed around here in bldg. 94. He was gentleman and a great friend. He was always cacking jokes with us. May he rest in peace.
Buddy you will sure be missed aroung here at building 94. You were the greatest. Rest in peace.
Lost a good friend and neighbor. Going to miss you. Rest in peace.
Even though we were not fortunate enough to meet Mr. Musto in person, we feel like we know him through all the wonderful stories the Watkin’s family have shared. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless!
Buddy Musto was a buddy to everyone. Did not have an enemy in the world he would touch everyone he met.He was my best friend he was my daddy he showed me right from wrong his love was always unconditional he taught me how to do the same.
He treated my mom with the highest respect love and loyalty un matched by others and was loved just as much in return by mom
they had a text book relationship.I was lucky to have been raised by such roll models.I know that i was allways in his heart every day that he was here and he will be in my heart and thoughts every second while i am still here . he was very lucky to have a wife that loved him dearly and i know he died a very happy man. i miss you so so much and
lost a part of me when we lost you . god rest your sole .your son Steve
ps. he had 9 grandchildren
Happy Birthday Dad ! Miss you so much.
I can’t believe it has been a year! I think of you every day. Without even giving it a thought I hear one of your buddyism come out of my mouth which gives me great joy and a laugh. Miss you Dad, with love Frank
Miss vou Buddy Musto! There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think of you. Love you Dad