William “Bill” D. Muscato Sr. ~ October 14, 2021

Lima:  At age 80, Bill passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2021 at FF Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua, NY.  He was born in Livonia Center, NY to the late Frank and Jennie Muscato.  Bill was predeceased by his 6 siblings.  Survived by his beloved wife of 58 years; Barbara J. Muscato, his children; Elizabeth Yale, Susan (Steve) Holt, William (Aylin) Muscato Jr., his grandchildren; William (Ashley) Yale, Randy Yale, Bobby Yale, Lindsey (JC) Mayoral Yale, Sarah (Nick) Ondracek, Jim Holt, John Holt, Catherine Muscato, Aysel Muscato, Ethan Muscato, Morgan Muscato and his great grandchildren; Robert Yale and Finnley Yale, along with several nieces, nephews and friends.

Bill started his 33-year career with Livonia Central School as a bus driver and worked his way up to the Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds.  In his retirement, Bill pursued his love of farming and continued to bail and sell hay until his passing.  Bill also served as code enforcement officer for the town of Lima.  He will be greatly missed.

Friends and family are invited to call from 4-7PM on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia.  Bill’s Funeral Mass will take place at 11 AM on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at St. Matthews Catholic Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road in Livonia, NY.  Interment will immediately follow mass at St. Michael’s Cemetery on Shelly Road in Livonia.  Memorial Contributions may be made to:  New York Future Farmers of America Foundation, 9340 Long Pond Road, Croghan, NY  13327.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

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16 thoughts on “William “Bill” D. Muscato Sr. ~ October 14, 2021

  1. We are deeply saddened by such a great loss. Our deepest sympathies are with all of the Muscato Family at this very difficult time. You will be missed Uncle Bill.

  2. Uncle Bill, you will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with Aunt Barb, Liz, Sue and Billy and the rest of the family.

    Love,
    Dan & Lori Burkhardt

  3. Dear Barb and family,

    We are so sorry to earn of Bill’s passing. We will always remember that kind smile and his calm and helpful ways at school. His legacy of love lives on in each of you and so will always be in your hearts. Our prayers are for strength , comfort and God’s peace for all of you . God Bless.
    Dave and Mary Jo Dussault

  4. Barb and family, my deepest sympathies on your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you. God Bless each of you.

  5. We are very sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Bill. We are praying for you all.

  6. Barbara, Marsha and I are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Our thoughts,prayers, and love to you and your family. Jim

  7. Sorry for your loss. Bill was my bus driver and on occasion I watched his children when he and his wife had date nights. I have a fond memory of Bill taking his bus load of students on a wintery morning to what was then Callahans for hot chocolate. Rest easy, Bill.

  8. Barb and family, I was so sorry of Bill’s passing. Always such a beautiful smile and so friendly. Ray, Bill and the rest of the Livonia Center gang had such a close friendship and so many good times. Prayers sent to all. Edie Philipson

  9. Blessings to you all!!!! Family, friends, neighbors and fellow Livonians, current and past. We all shared pleasant memories. The best to all!!!!!

  10. Heaven has gained a wonderful new occupant! He was a friend to all. Just thinking of him, makes me smile! My condolences to the entire family!

  11. Sorry to hear this…. He and we’re in the same class at Livonia Central School! He was always a nice guy and I know he will be truly missed.

  12. Sorry for your loss prayers and thoughts are with the family I remember bill as my bus driver he was all ways smiling and all ways saying good morning to u when u got on the bus he was a great person

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