Robert Yost Muse

Obituary for Robert Yost (Bob) Muse

September 29, 1929 - December 28, 2024

Robert Yost Muse, 95, was born on September 29, 1929, in Kansas City, Missouri. He passed away at his daughter, Suzie's, home in Leawood, Kansas on December 28, 2024, surrounded by family.

Bob was the second son of Claude M. Muse and Emma Louise Yost. He grew up in Missouri during the Great Depression, learning the value of hard work and perseverance early in life. Bob was a United States Army veteran and was stationed at both Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri and Fort Sill, Oklahoma. He was proud of his service and was honorably discharged in 1953.

He went on to work at Marley Company, where he spent 45 years and achieved a management level position, building a reputation for his dedication, skill, and strong work ethic. Bob provided stability for his children as they grew, and in retirement he enjoyed every chance to be with his family. You could always find him at a family gathering with a glass of red wine, watching the Kansas City Chiefs on TV with Suzie's dogs in his lap.

In 1977 Bob married the love of his life, Edie. Bob and Edie were not just partners in marriage, they were buddies. They enjoyed many years together making a home, enjoying their condo at the lake, wintering in S. Padre Island, and of course, fishing, which they both greatly enjoyed until Edie's passing in 2015.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Edith C. Muse, his cherished daughter, Patricia Diane Dotson, and his older brother, Charles. He is survived by his daughters, Bobbie Ann Birdsall (Jim), Suzanne Elaine Muse (Scott Totty), stepson Mike Phillips (Jane), eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. He made friends easily and will never be forgotten.

A memorial service will be held at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 1111 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Mo. 64083 on January 18th, 2025, at 2:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that monetary or blood donations be made to The American Red Cross.

Bob's legacy of love, laughter, and loyalty will live on in all who had the privilege to know him. He will be deeply missed, but forever remembered.