Robert "Bob" J. Buse II

Robert “Bob” J. Buse II, 75, of Metairie, LA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. He was born October 24, 1951 in New Orleans, LA. He was the son of the late Robert J. Buse Sr. and Marjorie “Pug” Williams Buse.

Bob worked in the estimating department and ultimately estimating manager at SECO Industries for 25 years before joining MEITEC, Inc. in 1995. In the early days of MEITEC, Bob was instrumental in building a foundation that resulted in the successful organization MEITEC is today. In managing MEITEC’s estimating department, Bob’s contributions to MEITEC, Inc. will live forever. Bob was a great employee and a great friend. MEITEC was blessed to have him part of the MEITEC family.

Bob was the beloved father of Tonya M. Pinner. Grandfather of Stephen A. Nores (Brittaney) and Michael D. Pinner Jr. Godfather of Sharon Spina-Phillips. Brother of Michael E. Buse, Richard J. Buse (Julie), David H. Buse (Cindy) and Mark S. Buse (Diane). Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews.

Bob was a quiet man with a quick wit and a wonderfully sarcastic sense of humor that everyone loved. He didn’t always have much to say, but when he did, you could count on it being either hilarious or absolutely correct.

A founding member of Tau Kappa Beta (TKB) Fraternity, Bob enjoyed cooking, experimenting with recipes and listening to classic rock. No road trip was complete without his Jimmy Buffet playlist. Although his riding days were behind him, his love for all things Harley-Davidson never faded.

An avid sports fan, Bob had every sports channel available and watched multiple games simultaneously on different devices.

Above all, his greatest love was his daughter, Tonya, and grandchildren, Stephen and Michael. He was an extraordinary father and grandfather whose love, devotion and presence will be cherished and missed forever.

Interment with a very brief prayer service will be at St. Joseph Cemetery No. 2 in New Orleans, LA on Wednesday, November 18 at 1:30 PM. Following the graveside service relatives and friends are invited to attend Bob’s Celebration of Life at Southport Hall, 200 Monticello Ave., New Orleans, LA 70121 from 2:30 PM until 5:30 PM.

Fond memories and words of condolences may be shared at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com.