Mike was born on August 16, 1939. He was a Master Plumber for over 30 years. He enjoyed spending time with the love of his life, Esther, dancing, gambling and enjoyed being surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Although he was not a Marine, he had the utmost respect and admiration for the Marine Corps.
Mike is preceded in death by his parents, Miguel & Josephina Pantoja, and several brothers and sisters.
Mike is survived by his wife of 62 years, Esther; his 4 children: Yvette Cavazos (Raymond), Michael Pantoja (Patricia), Eva Pantoja (Ramiro Trevino); Marcus Pantoja (Dora Lopez). Two Brothers: Lorenzo Pantoja, Francisco (Patricia) Pantoja, and Sister: Aurora Perales. 9 Grandchildren, Victoria, Stephen, Bryce, Brent, Sarah, Marcus, Meagan, Olivia, Michael Anthony and 9 great grandchildren.
Pall Bearers will be: Stephen Davila, Bryce Davila, Brent Davila, Marcus Pantoja, Jr., Michael Anthony Pantoja, Raymond Cavazos and George Garza.
The family would like to thank the staff at Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and Fresenius Kidney Care for the love and care they provided to him.
Services are under the direction Funeraria del Angel on Holly Rd: Visitation for family and friends will begin at 5pm and Rosary at 7 pm, Friday, July 1, 2022. Funeral Mass will be on Saturday, July 2, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church; 19th Street, Corpus Christi, TX, burial will follow at Memory Gardens, Old Brownsville Rd.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.FunerariaDelAngelMHolly.com for the PANTOJA family.