Faithful husband, loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, and great great grandfather. Mike Thurston’s life did not end on May 9, 2026, but merely marks the beginning of a new eternal life with his precious Jesus in heaven.

Mike was born on January 26, 1942, in Newport, Maine, to Ralph and Anita Thurston. His dad passed away when he was 14 and his mom was married to Don Hewins for over 50 years. He was a wonderful father to Mike.

Mike proudly served his country in the USN for 5 years aboard the USS Wasp and USS Northampton as a radar man.

On July 5, 1963, Mike married Dianne James. He sold cars for 33 years and preached the gospel for 50 years. His passion was to win souls.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, his daughter Doreen (Tom) Hudy, sons, Russell and Michael Thurston. 10 precious grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild and 2 step great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, step dad, and brother, Larry.

There will be a graveside service held for Mike at the East Springfield Cemetery on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 11 A.M. with Pastor Larry Deikmann officiating. 

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