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Frederic Feiler Obituary

Frederic Charles Feiler, MD passed away on November 30, 2011. He was born on March 8, 1930 in Frankfurt, Germany to Dr. Melvin Feiler and Johanna Feiler, J.D. The family fled Germany in 1939, immigrated to the United States, and settled in Chicago, Illinois. Fred began his university studies as a high school junior and obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Chicago. Fred graduated from the University of Illinois Medical School and completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Illinois Research and Education Hospitals. While in residency, Fred met the love of his life, physical therapist Virginia Van Bree, and they married in 1956. After Fred served in the US Army Medical Corps, the family settled in Colorado Springs in 1962. Fred started his career at the Colorado Springs Medical Center and later co founded Rustic Hills Orthopaedics, now known as Front Range Orthopaedics. In a medical career that spanned over five decades, Dr. Feiler served as clinical staff at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Chief of Staff at Memorial Hospital, Chief of Staff at St Francis Hospital, and Director of the Memorial Hospital Wound Care Center. Most recently he volunteered his time at Peak Vista Community Health Center. Fred was also active in many professional organizations including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the El Paso County Medical Society, the Rocky Mountain Trauma Association, the Western Orthopaedic Association and the Mid-Central States Orthopaedic Society. High on his list of joys were the many years that Fred and Ginny volunteered at leprosy and orthopaedic hospitals in Kathmandu and Pokhara, Nepal. More recently the couple volunteered at Burmese refugee clinics in Mae Sot , Thailand. Fred had a smile and a hearty handshake for everyone he met. He was a friend to all and his warmth and compassion cannot be surpassed. Fred was an avid skier, tennis player, and automobile enthusiast. He enjoyed literature, classical music, and was well known for his uncanny ability to recite limericks. However, it was a large and vigorous family life that he enjoyed foremost. Fred is survived by his wife of 55 years Ginny and his children: Katharine (Richard) Meinig, Frederic (Sharon), Karl (Nancy), Suzanne (Paul) Connaughton, and Stephen (Kelly), his grandchildren: Elisabeth, Erich, and Peter Meinig; Deric, Tatum, and Casey Feiler; Scott, Jenni, and Cory Feiler; Katharine, Aidan, and Andrew Connaughton; Owen, Theo, and Christopher Feiler. Fred will also be deeply missed by his twin brother Ernest Feiler, MD, sister-in-law Sarah Van Bree (Patrick) Denny, niece Barbara (Kip) Kolkmeier and nephew Thomas (Lauren) Feiler. We will love him and miss him forever. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Peak Vista Community Health Centers Foundation (722 S. Wahsatch, Colorado Springs, CO 80903) or the Nepal Youth Foundation (3030 Bridgeway, Suite 202, Sausalito, CA 94965). A memorial service will be held at Broadmoor Community Church on Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at 2:00 p.m.

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Published by The Gazette on Dec. 11, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Frederic Feiler

14 Entries

Regina Andrews

January 9, 2012

Dear Meinig Family,

I am sorry to hear of Freds passing and hope that the memories of his truly gentle soul and kind heart will console you all in this time of sorrow.

I will miss Fred

Regina Andrews and Family

December 21, 2011

We were so sorry to hear about Fred. He was such a wonderful man.
Our prayers and thoughts are with the family. Sincerely, Rusty & Evie(Shorr) Wicks

Becky Ahlgren

December 19, 2011

I would like to also offer my condolence, I have fond memories of Dr Feiler as one of the first orthopedics I saw with patients at the beginning of my case management career! You will be in my prayers~

Edwina and Jerry Bennett

December 19, 2011

Good neighbor, good friend and excellent doctor. Fred was the kindest man I ever met. He will be missed by many, but remembered by hundreds. Our deepest sympathies, Edwina and Jerry Bennett

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Stephanie Gifford

December 18, 2011

Ginny and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Fred was a very special man. He will be dearly missed.

Stephen Falk

December 15, 2011

Ginny and all the Feilers -- I send love and sympathies from all the Falks.

Stephen Falk (and Liz, Gabrielle, Ray, Don, Irene, Michael and Becca)

December 13, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort knowing that Dr. Feiler is at peace.
I first met Dr. Feiler while working at St. Francis ER, in the early 70's. I will never forget his calm manner, warmth and compassion for the patients, always kind and considerate of the staff as well. He had a bright smile and expressed kind words. I have such warm memories of him. He was a great man,a wonderful physician and will be missed. Thank you for sharing him with us. [ Martha Wiegert RN]

Denniece White

December 13, 2011

Hello Ginny and family, I'm Denniece from RMCC and extending my sympathy to the family of Fred. I love to see him when he came to the offic at first with that smile on his face. He was a very sweet man and I already miss seeing him. Just wanted to add to the rest of the comments on how wonderful he is. My god watch and keep you all

Denniecce

Ruth (Zimmerman) Koenigsamen, RN

December 13, 2011

To the Feiler Family,
I also worked with Dr. Feiler in the late 70's to 80's at the old St. Francis. What a gem. It was a pleasure to work with him for so many years. I will always be grateful for his unending patience and kindness.

diane miller

December 13, 2011

My deepest condolences to all of you. I worked at Rustic Hills Orthopaedics from approximately 82-85 and have the deepest respect for Dr. Feiler. The care and love he showed for all of his patients was truly admirable. "Back to you Chet," I'll see you in Heaven

December 13, 2011

My deepest condolences, I will miss his bright smile and gentle manner, he was a wonderful man that will be missed dearly. my thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Tina Magnuson (Dr.MIllers office)

Kathie Kusy Walker

December 12, 2011

I worked with Dr Feiler in ICU at the old St Francis in the 70s & 80s. His gentleness & sincere appreciation of the staff & his humility were profound. I never saw him angry in all those years. What an incredible man! What wonderful memories you have of a man everyone loved! God bless you all & give you peace, knowing you will see him again for eternity.

December 11, 2011

My name is Lee Ann Marshall, and I worked on 4East at St. Francis hospital from 1975-1990. I was the Unit Secretary on the 3-11pm shift. I worked with Dr. Feiler for the entire time. I recall him with fond memories of his smile and friendliness. He was a very kind man. I am sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers. Lee Ann Marshall

December 11, 2011

Dear Ginny:
Words cannot express your loss but memories fill the gaps. I have so many fond memories of working with Dr. Fred and you at Penrose Hospital in the 70's and 80's. You were a beautiful, funny, and happy couple. Bless you on your journey.
Judy Childers, RN

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