David Michael Kasun

David Michael Kasun, 71 of Manistique, Michigan, passed away at home on February 13, 2024. He was born on February 29, 1952, to his parents Francis J. Kasun and the former Colleen Evelyn Shampine. David attended St. Francis de Sales School and graduated from Manistique High School with the class of 1970, then attended Lake Superior State College.
David was the third generation of Kasun men who retired from Manistique Papers, Inc. He worked there for many years. However, David's favorite job held during his lifetime was working on a commercial fishing boat. He loved fishing professionally and recreationally. David was a proud member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians and very grateful for the services the Tribe provided him over the years.
Retirement gave David an opportunity to enjoy what he loved most, spending time outdoors kayaking, fishing, hunting, cultivating his raspberry bushes and landscaping his beautiful yard. David was also very artistic, creating many beautiful, intricate drawings. He loved the fresh air, taking daily rides on his bicycle and would easily ride fifteen miles a day.
David is survived by his sister, Carol (Darrell) Dixson; brother, Michael (Jill) Johnson; daughter Crystal Strassner; granddaughter Aiyonna Swisher, special nephew Benjamin Stoll; sister-in-law Maribeth Kasun; several nieces, nephews, and cousins as well as special friends Rick Fiorini and James Cameron.
David was preceded in death by his brother, F. John Kasun; parents Francis Kasun and Colleen Shampine and nephew, Thomas Kasun.
David was a member of St. Francis de Sales Church. He found great peace and comfort while attending Mass with his family and his fellow parishioners.
Memorial Donations may be made in David's memory to stjude.org.
Visitation for David will take place on Friday, February 23, 2024 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church beginning at 10:00 am. Service will follow at 11:00 am with Father Ben Paris officiating.
A Celebration of Life for friends and family will be held at the Dixson home in June 2024.
Fausett Family Funeral Homes will be assisting the family with the arrangements.