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Eugene Muscat Obituary
Beloved husband and father, distinguished university professor and administrator, renowned expert in the fields of Family Business, Leadership, Management and Marketing, Eugene passed away Saturday, August 21 at the age of 66. A native of San Francisco, Eugene is survived by his loving wife, Laleh Shahideh Muscat; dear siblings Jeanette Egan, John Muscat and Joseph Muscat; beloved sons Jason Paul Muscat and Alex James Muscat; cherished granddaughter Amelia Policoff Muscat; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and family members. Preceding him in death are parents James and Marthe Muscat, brother James Muscat Jr. and late wife Stella Agius Muscat. A graduate of Archbishop Riordan High School, the University of San Francisco and the University of Southern California, over the past 25 years Eugene served as Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Associate Dean for Executive Education and Senior Associate Dean for External Affairs at USF's School of Business and Management, and was also the founder of the Gellert Family Business Resource Center. As a Professor of Management and coordinator of the Business minor, he touched the lives of countless students with his generosity and devotion to mentoring and teaching. Eugenes knowledge and experience earned him many awards, including the Technology Innovation Award from USF and the Beta Gamma Sigma Award from the National Business Honor Society. He traveled extensively throughout Europe, Asia and the former Soviet Union, and was a visiting professor at the University of the West Indies, the Estonia Business School and the University of Malta.
Family and friends are invited to visit on Thursday, August 26 after 6pm and attend the Vigil Service also on Thursday at 7pm at the chapels of VALENTE MARINI PERATA & CO., 4840 Mission Street, as well the Funeral Mass on Friday, August 27 at St. Ignatius Church, 2130 Fulton Street, San Francisco at 11am. Services will conclude at church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Eugene Muscat Memorial Scholarship at the University of San Francisco, File 30761, P.O. Box 60000, San Francisco CA 94160-0001, or Clausen House, 88 Vernon Street, Oakland, CA 94610, or the charity of your choice.
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Maureen
August 30, 2010
The loss of Gene Muscat is immeasurable. The world would be a much better place if there were more people like Gene in it. He was a very generous, kind, and witty man. Always had a story to tell, and even when things went wrong, he would seem to find the positive in it. He loved his family more than anything, and my thoughts and prayers go out to them while they deal with another devastating loss. RIP Gene and thank you. It was an honor knowing you.
Sumiyo Nishizaki
August 30, 2010
Dr. Muscat taught me the basics of business administration at USF. I'm now pursuing academic career, but have found the skills and knowledge I learned in his lectures are very useful even in academia. My sincere condolences to his family.
Czeslaw (Chet) Jan Grycz
August 29, 2010
Gene was a Riordan High School and USF classmate of mine. I always enjoyed the chance to share lunch with him or visit occasionally at USF. He was a fine man who will be welcomed into the company of those of his family and friends who went before him. On the earthly side, we will miss his calm good will, his good cheer and his loyal camaraderie. Our thoughts and prayers are with him as they are with his family.
Anisha Weber
August 29, 2010
What a loss ... it feels too soon to say goodbye to Eugene. I got to know him during my MBA (95-97) and have stayed in continual contact since. He was always supportive of all our student and alumni activities and I will miss him greatly. My heart goes out to his family as I extend my deepest sympathies and prayers.
Leland Wong
August 28, 2010
Dear Eugene; You were a dear friend. I will always remember you. Thanks for being a great friend.
T C Wee
August 28, 2010
Dean Muscat was an inspirational Professor and dear friend during my time in USF. He went beyond the scope of a teacher and took time off even during the weekends to counsel and teach me.
He will be dearly missed by myself and many students whose lives he touched.
RIP my mentor, professor, and friend.
What you have taught will not go to waste.
Anthony Alfidi
August 27, 2010
Dr. Muscat, thank you for your leadership at USF and your service in the U.S. Army. You were a great mentor during my time as an MBA student.
August 27, 2010
Gene was my best friend growing up: through St. Elizabeth's, Riordan,and all of our adult lives. We laughed ,cried, fought,and joked with each other every chance we got. He will be greatly missed and forever loved. Our thought and prayers go out to his entire family.Gene has left an indelible mark in all of our hearts and lives. May he rest in peace.
Sahha wisk heah !!!
Ron and Dorothy Mifsud and Family
JUNE PIPER
August 27, 2010
We will miss him visiting Mike and Kathy and the girls. His great insight, sense of humor and love of family were a joy to behold. Our love to Laleh, his sons and the entire Muscat Family. June Piper and Pete Thompson.
Sharon Doyle
August 26, 2010
Jason, I was so sorry to hear of your father's death - Your parents were delightful and I am glad I got to know them through you - God Bless you all -
August 26, 2010
Gene was my student at Riordan High School, my colleague at USC as we commuted weeekly to LA for our doctorates, and my colleague in academia. He was truly an exceptional person by any measure you apply: humor, intelligence, loyalty,and empathy. He was my friend. My condolences to his wife, his sons and his family. He will be greatly missed.
Bob Ferrera
Jeannette Taheny
August 26, 2010
Gene was one of my favorite teachers at USF as well as a great boss when I worked for him. It was an honor to know him and to learn from him. I am glad we got to meet again at Riordan High School. Prayers and unity for Gene and his family.
Paul Mohun
August 26, 2010
I did not know Gene well but had the good fortune of meeting him on several occasions as he was a friend of my father. What a kind, warm, and wonderful man. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. Requiescat in pace.
Penny Scott
August 26, 2010
I had the great pleasure of working with Eugene many times as his business librarian at USF, and he was so gracious, smart, professional and kind always. I am so sorry that we have lost him, and I send caring sympathy to his family.
Les Terry
August 26, 2010
I spent time in the Army reserves with Gene. He was amazingly competent and a joy to work with. He had the greatest sense of humor I have ever experienced.
Gene was a memory maker. God bless your family.
George Horsfall
August 25, 2010
What a really lovely man. Gene was classy, warm and genuine. Our paths crossed only briefly, but memorably. What a fine family!
Bob Shobar
August 25, 2010
I went to St. Elizabeth's grammar school with Gene through the 6th grade, and briefly reunited at USF.
Even as a 12 year old I could see that Gene was a leader. Friendly and out going with an infectious spirit and the mind of an inventor.
With the knowledge of a life well lived may his soul rest in peace.
Peace and blessings,
Paul
August 25, 2010
Gene Muscat was an exceptional man. He was so very kind, ethical, smart and caring. He was a family man who welcomed others into his home and family. His passing is a tragic loss for so many, and I wish his family the strength, love, and support needed during this difficult time.
August 25, 2010
I was saddened to hear of Gene's
passing. He was a wonderful person.
Sandy Covell
Anthony Caruso
August 25, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Gene Boscacci
August 25, 2010
Had the pleasure as USF Business Grad to meet Gene once, a gentleman, gregarious, kind, professional, sincere, full of good advice. My condolences to his immediate family, the USF family and all his friends. He was a rarity in truly positive terms.
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