Gus Muse, age 89, of Atlanta, GA died January 4th, 2017. Born Augustus Wynn Muse III in Albany, GA on August 21, 1928 to Mary and Augustus Muse Jr., “Gus” was a studious life-long scholar and optimist. Gus was a graduate of Albany High School and a proud alumnus of Georgia Tech where he studied electrical engineering. After college, Gus was commissioned as lieutenant in the U.S Navy during the Korean War serving aboard a destroyer in the Pacific. After his military service, Gus started his professional career with IBM where he was employed in various roles for some 30 years. During an early placement with IBM in Birmingham, AL, Gus met Jean Lunsford and they married in 1958. Gus and Jean raised four children together. Gus was also an avid reader, bridge player and woodworker. Gus was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 54 years, “Jeanie Babe” and is survived by his children, Sharon “Pudding” Eswine and her husband Bill, Laura “Pie” Kusumoto and her husband Fred, Mary Gail “Boo” Muse and her husband Bob Kelly, and Augustus Wynn “Sport” Muse IV and his wife Keely; his nine grandchildren Miya, Hana, Augusta, Maud, Wallace, Aya, Tucker, Tuesday and Ramona; and his sisters May Muse Stonecypher and Wilma Muse. A memorial service celebrating the life of Gus Muse will be held at Peachtree Presbyterian Church – Kellett Chapel on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 2PM with a reception immediately following. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in Gus’s name to The Georgia Optimist Club.
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January 13, 2018
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Barbara and Dan Berman
Gus and Jean will always be remembered with love, laughter, and respect. You were blessed to have them as relatives, parents, in-laws, and grandparents. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
January 13, 2018
Cindy Lackey
My Uncle Gus was a wonderful, kind man. It was beautiful to see his love for my Aunt Jean and what an amazing father he was to my cousins. Some of my happiest memories growing up are spending time with him and my sweet Aunt Jean. I loved his stories, words of wisdom, smile and laugh. He was always happy. I love telling my young children stories of my favorite aunt and uncle. Heaven is brighter now that they are together. We are praying that his sweet family is comforted with the Word of God.
Love, Cindy Lackey (and Mike, Sophie, Michael, Eloise and Emma Belle)
January 12, 2018
Victoria Chambers
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
On behalf of the owners at Coral Reef Condominiums,
Victoria Chambers, Manager
January 12, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
January 12, 2018
Barbara and Dan Berman
Gus and Jean will always be remembered with love, laughter, and respect. You were very blessed to have them as your parents, in-laws, and grandparents. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
January 11, 2018
Gus, was a very wonderful friend,the perfect Southern gentleman,who could
Tell you a funny limerick,if asked. We met when we both bought a condo In
Panama City beach Fl. Will miss our friend ,may the Grace of our Heavenly Father be with all the family . In rememberance , Geneva and Emory Hicks.
January 10, 2018
I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" (Isaiah 61:1, 2) sustain your family during this challenging time. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
January 10, 2018
Chuck (Matt 5:4)
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends in your hour of grief. May you find peace and comfort in the God of all comfort.
January 8, 2018
I had the pleasure of working with Gus in IBM in Tallahassee in 1969-1972.
He was a fine gentleman and will be missed. Jim Davis Atlanta
January 8, 2018
Dick Scott
Sorry to learn that Gus is gone. I worked closely with Gus in IBM many years ago. He was respected by all who knew him. Richard J. (Dick) Scott, Jr.
January 8, 2018
JM
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your loved one. Hopefully reflecting on all the good times you've shared together will help ease the pain that you feel. May "the God of all comfort" strengthen you at this time of sadness, and may His promise for the future bring you peace. Hosea 13:14.
January 8, 2018
A B
Augustus lived a long life and will be missed. Cherish the memories and the promise of God at Isaiah25:8 be comforting.
January 7, 2018
Ann Jones
Thinking of you and your family. I did not know Mr. Muse but I know he touched the lives of many, himself, and through his wonderful family he continues to make the world a better place. With much love, Ann Jones
January 7, 2018
May your strong faith in our Lord and savior Jesus Christ ransom sacrifice bring your sad hearts some comfort during this very difficult time for your family and friends.
John 14:6
Stockbridge Ga
January 7, 2018
Thomas
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
January 7, 2018
J G
With deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. May it comfort you to know that he will return to the days of his youthful vigor as promised in Job 33:25
January 7, 2018
M M
To the family and friends of Mr Muse. May you find comfort knowing that the power to go from one day to the next, come from our Heavenly Father and not from us. 2 cor 4:7
January 6, 2018
Harry Carter
I remember Gus fondly from our days together at IBM's Atlanta Application Development Center. He was always a gentleman, soft-spoken, and a pleasure to be near. My condolences to the family.
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