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Edward J. Mastascusa
June 27, 1938 ~ February 5, 2017 (age 78) 78 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Nathaniel A.F. Clark
on September 27, 2017 9:52 PM
A candle was lit by Joan (Mastascusa) Thomas Miss you Dad.
on March 23, 2017 11:23 AM
Message from Lara Haase, BSEE '02
February 15, 2017 10:26 AM
I'm so sorry to hear EJ's passing. He was a fantastic teacher who loved both the subject matter he taught as well as helping students learn. I will always remember him as one of the finest professors I had while at Bucknell.
Message from The Lasansky Family
February 11, 2017 1:16 PM
Dear Mary and the extended Mastascusa family,
William, Jeannette and Diana send greetings to you all at a difficult time. As members of the Bucknell and Union County communities, we note that Ed touched many lives here—both of young people being readied for life's journey as well as colleagues: contemporaries as well as older friends in humor and deeds like Rosemary and Charley Walker. Ed made a difference for those who were fortunate to know and work with him. May they continue to act with his example and standards as a their compass.
The Lasansky Family
William, Jeannette and Diana send greetings to you all at a difficult time. As members of the Bucknell and Union County communities, we note that Ed touched many lives here—both of young people being readied for life's journey as well as colleagues: contemporaries as well as older friends in humor and deeds like Rosemary and Charley Walker. Ed made a difference for those who were fortunate to know and work with him. May they continue to act with his example and standards as a their compass.
The Lasansky Family
A candle was lit by Nathan Blagrove
on February 10, 2017 6:19 PM
A candle was lit by Nathan Blagrove
on February 10, 2017 6:18 PM
Message from Mark Swartz
February 10, 2017 11:22 AM
I was shocked to hear about Dr. Mastascusa's passing. My thoughts and prayers go to the entire Mastascusa family. Dr. Mastascusa will always be one of my favorite professors (and teachers) of all time. He had a very engaging presence in the classroom, and I truly enjoyed taking his classes and solving problems with Asuc Satsam. Having spent 4 years with Ed as a classmate, friend, and neighbor (in Swartz Hall) and having personally met both Mary and Noreen in my time at Bucknell (and at class reunions), I know how wonderful the Mastascusa family must be. Although I am deeply saddened, I can also say that I am right now enjoying (and will continue to enjoy) many fond memories. Thank you for those memories, and God bless you all.
Mark Swartz, BSEE ’84
Mark Swartz, BSEE ’84
Message from Frank Davis
February 10, 2017 10:34 AM
To Mary & The Family:
I was truly sad to head about my dear friend Ed Mastascusa's passing. I truly thought the world of Ed and I will continue to embrace many of the things that I learned from him. For those who never knew him, I would gladly volunteer that he was truly one of the warmest and most genuine souls that I have ever encountered. God bless Ed Mastascusa and may he enjoy everlasting joy in the presence of our father.
Frank Davis
I was truly sad to head about my dear friend Ed Mastascusa's passing. I truly thought the world of Ed and I will continue to embrace many of the things that I learned from him. For those who never knew him, I would gladly volunteer that he was truly one of the warmest and most genuine souls that I have ever encountered. God bless Ed Mastascusa and may he enjoy everlasting joy in the presence of our father.
Frank Davis
A candle was lit by Frank Davis
on February 10, 2017 10:28 AM
Message from Kathleen Baas
February 9, 2017 6:35 PM
My late husband, Warren Baas, was an Electrical Engineering student at Bucknell 1969-1973. Warren was excited and delighted to work with him again in 1977-8 on his Master's project.He often spoke about 'E.J.' with admiration and respect. My deepest sympathies to you on your loss. Blessings. Kathy Baas
Message from Dr. and Mrs. Michael E Hanyak, Jr.
February 9, 2017 3:09 PM
Mary,
Martha and I offer our condolences to you and your family on Ed’s passing. His humor, stories, and friendship will be greatly missed.
Sincerely,
Mike Hanyak
Martha and I offer our condolences to you and your family on Ed’s passing. His humor, stories, and friendship will be greatly missed.
Sincerely,
Mike Hanyak
Message from Joan (Mastascusa) Thomas
February 9, 2017 3:06 PM
Love you pop, proud to be your daughter.
A candle was lit by Joan Thomas, Melvin Thomas Jr. And family
on February 9, 2017 3:02 PM
Message from David Kraemer
February 8, 2017 9:06 PM
Mary,
I worked at Bucknell only for a year in a visiting position. You helped my wife and me find a house to rent, and Ed was a good mentor to me as I learned how to teach. To this day, I still use his clearly-written tutorials that are online; I will refer to them this summer. You and Ed helped us to feel welcome in Lewisburg; thank you! I have thought of Ed often as I used his electrical engineering materials, and remember him as a great man.
Peace,
David Kraemer
I worked at Bucknell only for a year in a visiting position. You helped my wife and me find a house to rent, and Ed was a good mentor to me as I learned how to teach. To this day, I still use his clearly-written tutorials that are online; I will refer to them this summer. You and Ed helped us to feel welcome in Lewisburg; thank you! I have thought of Ed often as I used his electrical engineering materials, and remember him as a great man.
Peace,
David Kraemer
Message from Jim and Marilyn Zaiser
February 8, 2017 8:51 PM
Mary,
Our love and prayers are with you and your family.
Jim and Marilyn Zaiser
Our love and prayers are with you and your family.
Jim and Marilyn Zaiser
Message from Gary and Nancy Grant
February 8, 2017 2:49 PM
Dear Mary,
When we arrived in Lewisburg in 1987, you and Ed graciously welcomed us and made us feel at home. He was a skilled and brilliant teacher and as new faculty and staff members, Ed's encouragement always made us feel more confident about our work.
With much gratitude,
Nancy and Gary
When we arrived in Lewisburg in 1987, you and Ed graciously welcomed us and made us feel at home. He was a skilled and brilliant teacher and as new faculty and staff members, Ed's encouragement always made us feel more confident about our work.
With much gratitude,
Nancy and Gary
Message from Debbie McAllister
February 8, 2017 9:12 AM
Mary, I just heard about Ed. I am so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Ed for 13 years in the Electrical Engineering Department. He enjoyed talking about Pittsburgh since I was also from that area. He always had a joke or a song & was a great caring boss. He loved teaching the students who referred to him as EJ. I have many fond memories of my time working at Bucknell.
My heart & thoughts go out to you & your family.
My heart & thoughts go out to you & your family.
Message from Joan Thomas, daughter
February 9, 2017 3:10 PM
Thank you
Message from Brian Paulhamus
February 7, 2017 10:24 PM
I am saddened to hear of Ed's passing. He was such a joy to sing with and we shared a camaraderie in that special hobby for many years. I will miss him greatly!
Message from Harry Nagle
February 7, 2017 10:18 PM
Wanted to express my utmost condolences at the passing of Edward Sr. I have many fond memories of being at your home on Montcalm Place when younger. My thoughts are with you all at this time. best, Harry Nagle
Message from Xiannong Meng and Hong Liu
February 7, 2017 3:11 PM
We are shocked to hear the news!! You will be missed dearly.
-- Xiannong Meng and Hong Liu
-- Xiannong Meng and Hong Liu
Message from Paul Mullen
February 7, 2017 1:45 PM
Hearing of Dr. M's passing brought back wonderful memories. Lab experiments featuring characters like Asucsatsam and RC Reclaw. I remember being a student and reading early drafts of his control systems book. I still keep thinking about poles and zeros and the left half plane. I remember being a victim of a flying eraser as he objected to my 'very thoughtful' contribution in class.
But mostly I remember a man who encouraged me. I miss the congeniality of those times and the wisdom of a man who knew just the right mix of humor, excellence, discipline, and encouragement.
Paul Mullen, BSEE 1983
But mostly I remember a man who encouraged me. I miss the congeniality of those times and the wisdom of a man who knew just the right mix of humor, excellence, discipline, and encouragement.
Paul Mullen, BSEE 1983
Message from Joan Thomas, daughter
February 9, 2017 3:09 PM
Thank you, sounds accurate.
Message from Antoinette Gratti
February 7, 2017 1:44 PM
Dear Mastascusa Family - I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Ed was one of my favorite people at Bucknell. He would always be with Bill (Snyder). They were a pair! They would come to the Bookstore when I worked there, and we would talk, laugh, and just have fun. He always brightened my day. When I moved to a different office, I didn't see him quite as often, but I would think of him, knowing that he was one of a kind. A good kind. Now a days, people aren't made out of the same mold as Ed was. I hope he left with many people, the impression he left with me. From a fellow Italian, he will be missed. My deepest sympathy - Antoinette
Message from Joan Thomas, daughter
February 9, 2017 3:08 PM
Thank you for your kind words.
A candle was lit by Antoinette Gratti
on February 7, 2017 1:37 PM
A candle was lit by Maria Law
on February 7, 2017 9:14 AM
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