Robert Michael Musty

Robert was born on April 6, 1952 in Buffalo, NY. He was the beloved son of Joanne Musty and the late Walter Musty, spending most of his childhood living in the Boston Hills. He graduated from Orchard Park High School in 1970 where he played volleyball and developed his love for history, which he carried throughout his life.

He was a carpentry legend for over 60 years in the WNY area, working alongside his son Mike for the past 40 years. He had a natural talent for repairing and restoring, and believed in taking care of what he had. He was a harness racehorse owner and enjoyed his time at the family sugar bush. Whether he was grooming the trails or riding around the woods on a bulldozer, tractor, or four wheeler, he truly felt a connection to the outdoors. He loved watching his grandson’s hockey games and every western movie ever made.

He was known for his selfless nature, innate sense of problem solving, and lent a hand to anyone in need. He had a way of noticing things others may have missed and was the kind of person that quietly made the world a better place. Well…maybe not quietly, as everyone knew “Bad Bob from Boston.”

He is survived by his loyal and loving wife Jill Musty (Draudt) who demonstrated what genuine patience and kindness really looks like.

He is remembered by his family: his son Michael, wife Missy and their children Carolyn, Quentin, Madison, and Machala. His daughter Kelly and her children Lauren, Andrew, Henry, and Finleigh. Daughter Katlynn, husband Robert, and their children Robert III and Charlotte and daughter Gwen and her son Benjamin. He is also survived by his brothers Jim (Diane), Dave (Jeanne), Herman (Stacey), Dan (Judy), Denis (Colleen), Richard (Diane), his sisters Julie (Wayne), Mimi (Jack), Jeanne (Dave), and Cindy (Glenn), along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A celebration of life will be held on May 22, 2026 at the Wings Meeting Place 3964 California Road Orchard Park, NY from 12pm to 4pm. In lieu of flowers, do as Bob would do and put your money in the bank, or perhaps just continuously trade in your pick-up trucks until you find the perfect one. And should some hardship ever come your way, “Deal with it, regroup, and drive on.”