Michael Kelvin Phoenix

Michael Kelvin Phoenix, 59, passed away on August 2, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas, the city he called home for most of his adult life. He was born on February 17, 1966, in Helena, Montana, and displayed the values of hard work and dedication throughout his life.

Michael served his country with honor in the U.S. Army, including a deployment during Desert Storm. After his military service, he continued his career as a medical technologist completing over 35 years in the profession. Michael was a 1984 graduate of Judson High School and a degree-holder from Wayland Baptist University.

Michael was also admired for coaching his kids’ basketball, baseball, and soccer teams—cheering them on, teaching them life lessons, and offering the same encouragement to every child he coached.

He was a loyal fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, San Antonio Spurs, and Los Angeles Dodgers. He also found joy in bowling and made many memories bowling with friends. Michael’s presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Michael is survived by his wife Nanci; his son Michael and daughter-in-law Ammy; and his daughter Mikayla and daughter-in-law Alexis. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lonnie G. Phoenix and Thelma Rae (Otis) Phoenix.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks for donations to be made in his memory to the Victory Over Cancer Foundation at v.org.

A visitation for Michael will be held from 4:00p.m.-6:00p.m. with funeral service to follow at 6:00p.m. Thursday, August 7, 2025 at Colonial Funeral Home, 625 Kitty Hawk Road, Universal City, TX 78148. A final viewing will begin from 9:00a.m. Friday, August 8, 2025 at Colonial Funeral Home. A Committal Service with Military Honors will begin at 10:45 AM to 11:05a.m. at Ft Sam Houston National Cemetery., 1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd., San Antonio, TX 78148