Michael Castor Obituary

Michael Stanton Castor, 82 of Pentwater, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025, at his home. He was born March 1, 1943, in Muncie, Indiana, the son of Ersie “Pat” and Helen (Quakenbush) Castor. In January of 1967, Mike married the love of his life, Susan (Hoenigman) Castor, and she preceded him in death on January 9, 2022.

Mike was a skilled engineer, graduating from Purdue University. Following his career in engineering, Mike and Susie owned and operated Air Fun Kites and the Pentwater Toy Box until their retirement in 2015. He loved to share his knowledge of kites with people of all ages, and offered classes at the local state parks in Pentwater and Ludington. Mike also enjoyed woodworking, and in his retirement made many well-crafted charcuterie boards. 

Mike was also involved with the Pentwater Historical Society, and volunteered at many events at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Weare.

Mike is survived by: his children, Scott Castor and Lori (Jeff) Suttner; grandchildren, Nathan Combs and Michael Combs; and brother, Stephen (Esther) Castor.

Mike was also preceded in death by: his wife, Susie Castor; and his parents, Ersie “Pat” and Helen Castor.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM, Saturday, July 19, 2025, at St. Joseph Weare Catholic Church, 2380 East Jackson Road, Hart, MI 49420, with Fr. Phillip Sliwinksi presiding. A luncheon will be held following Mass. Interment will be in Pentwater Township Cemetery.

Please join the family for dessert and a “Kite Fly” at Charles Mears State Park, in Pentwater, Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. 

www.beaconfh.com