Phil Thurston Michael

Phil Thurston Michael, 76, Frankfort, IN, passed away on December 27, 2024. He was born March 24, 1946 to the late Clifford and Doris (Brew) Michael.

He was a US Marine Sergeant from 1967-1971, serving in Vietnam. Phil had a 37-year career as a firefighter/EMT in Frankfort, IN and was a past Clinton County Commissioner. He was a member of Community Christian Church in Frankfort, IN. During his high school years, he was nicknamed “Tuffy” which carried on through his life. He was a collector of arrowheads, rocks, and fire trucks.

Phil is survived by his wife of 20 years, Deborah “Debi” (Alvey) Michael; son, Jeremy (Jennifer) Michael; daughter, Krista Michael; step-children, David, Dewayne and Dena; 10 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Joy Woodruff, and brother, David Michael.

Services will be May 10, 2025, 10:00 a.m. EST, at Community Christian Church 1944 S. Jackson St. Frankfort, IN, with Pastor Steve Woods officiating. Burial to follow at Green Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery.  This is a courtesy post by Goodwin Funeral Home, 200 S. Main St., Frankfort.  Please visit goodwinfuneralhome.com, where you may leave a condolence.