BRUCE E. MASTAY, 65 , of Hollywood, Florida, passed away on July 26, 2024. He is survived by his loving family, sons Michael Mastay and Matthew Mastay (Jamie), grandchildren Audrey, Cooper, Edwin and Malia, sisters Denise Powell (Craig) and Diane Mastay, his mother Sarah Mastay, as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins and nieces. He was predeceased by his father, Denis Mastay.
Bruce was born on November 4, 1958, in Miami, Florida. Growing up, he enjoyed racing go-karts and working on his Ford Mustangs. He attended many NASCAR races and even drove a stock car on the track at Homestead Speedway. Bruce had a passion for live music that he developed into a lifelong career as an audio engineer. He was an integral part of Off the Wall Sound for many years and provided audio engineering services for many local bands, particularly his lifelong friends in Mr. Nice Guy Band, as well as national touring acts.
Bruce remained young at heart and will be remembered for his energetic drive, inviting smile, sense of humor and zest for life. He loved spending time with family and friends. He was especially proud of his two sons, Michael and Matthew, and his grandchildren. He made fast friends with everyone he met and was devoted to supporting the local live music community. Bruce was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. His smile, engaging personality and his presence will be forever missed by his family and all those who knew and loved him.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on Thursday, August 8, 2024, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM with a Celebration of Life Service at 4:00 PM at Boyd-Panciera’s University Drive Chapel located at 1600 North University Drive, Pembroke Pines, Florida.
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Sarah Mastay
August 4, 2024, 6:35 pm
My Son, My love for you started the day you were born and will never end.. Years of tending to your needs as a child and watching you grow to adulthood never ended. I already miss you even more every minute of every day. I Can not imagine that I will not hear that “I love you Mom” at the end of every phone call and every time we part. I can still hear it though in my everyday thoughts. I will soon be with you again with the will of God and he is comforting you and holding you close to him. I love you son and so does your dad so much. I only wish you could have told someone to help you relieve your suffering and painful heart. Love Mom
Jack Daugherty
August 5, 2024, 12:16 pm
It is very sad to hear about his passing. I only knew Bruce through playing a couple shows with MNG while playing in the Eric Clapton Trubute band and attending their shows. Bruce was very friendly and talked with me even though I was not in the band family of friends. I really appreciated that. Condolences to his family and friends.
Renee Weintraub
August 5, 2024, 1:39 pm
So sorry for your loss.
Jina Moya
August 5, 2024, 3:17 pm
I will always remember the sound of his black mustang pulling up to my house. That was a long time ago around 1977. I am happy to see he lived a good life and was surrounded by love. Many condolences to his entire family. Jina Snowden Moya
Vince Harris
August 5, 2024, 10:46 pm
I’m extremely saddened to hear of Bruce’s passing. We were longtime friends going back to when we were teenagers in high school. I would enjoy riding in his ’65 Mustang with him and helping him work on it. I enjoyed seeing and hanging out with him at the Mr. Nice Guy shows. He was a great friend and came from a great family. He will truly be missed. My condolences go out to his family. May You Rest In Peace Bruce. Until we meet again.
John Williams JW
August 6, 2024, 3:24 am
My Prayers and condolences to You and Your Family 🙏🏿💪🏿❤️💯
John Williams JW
August 6, 2024, 3:30 am
My Prayers and condolences to You and Your Family, We Were just working together on the 22nd,
🙏🏿💪🏿❤️💯
Brigitte Cook
August 8, 2024, 11:51 am
So sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. Such a pleasant kind and loving person. Wonderful family who loves him very much and will continue to do so through the beautiful memories they share. My heart and prayers are with you all and especially your spirit Bruce, May you rest in peace and love always.❤️🙏😇
Andy Kakas
August 8, 2024, 12:26 pm
I am very sad for the loss of your son and father. I worked with Bruce at OTW sound for many years. He was a kind and good man. I had many good laughs with him and remembered when his boys were born. May God give you all peace and comfort during these hard times.
I will miss him.
Deni Quinn
August 8, 2024, 12:50 pm
Dearest Bluce, we will miss your smiling face, your easy going personality and most of all your friendship. We love you and will always treasure the memories,
Deni and John xxx
Monika Austen
August 8, 2024, 5:31 pm
Dearest Bruce,
I am so sorry that I cannot be there today to celebrate your life.
You have been an incredible friend, from the moment I met you. Your kindness, your smile and your friendship will stay with me forever. I wish I could pick up the phone to talk to you to remind you what an incredible person you are!
Love you!
Your forever friend,
Monika
Natasha Hayden
August 8, 2024, 6:17 pm
Thank you for blessing Nathan and I with your talks, presence, and jokes. You will be missed and cherished. My condolence to all of your loved ones and prayers for their healing.