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Harry Feikert Obituary

Harry Feikert
September 19, 1953 - May 5, 2022
Colorado Springs, Colorado - Harry Feikert lived a life full of adventure, love and beauty. Harry was born in Honolulu, Hawaii to a doting mother and a father in the Air Force. He traveled the world in his childhood, and ultimately followed in his father's footsteps, joining the Air Force at just 18 years old. His 27 years in the service took Harry to many interesting places in the United States and Europe. He retired at the highest enlisted rank – Chief Master Sergeant. Regardless of where his career took him, he fell in love with the mountains of Colorado, so he eventually called Colorado Springs his home. His best friend was his father, Harry Feikert Jr., who he would often buy the latest gadgets for, spend time with and take weeks-long road trips around the country with. Harry was the eldest of five children, and he took that responsibility seriously, particularly later in life when he'd help his siblings with taxes, take photographs at every family gathering, and visit every few months. Harry's family was much larger than his parents and siblings, he was an active member of Fuel Church in Colorado Springs. Fuel Church is where Harry fell in love with the Lord, was baptized and became a follower of Christ. Harry was intelligent, caring and he appreciated the beauty around him. He will be deeply missed by his father Harry Feikert Jr., his brothers Mike Feikert (Connie) and John Feikert (Lori), his sisters Daylene Hendricks (Brad) and Terri Philbrick, his nieces and nephews, many friends and his beloved cat, Martin. Harry is joining his mother, Marvalee "Bobbi" Feikert in Heaven. Visitation will be from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm with the family present from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Thursday, May 19th and Funeral will be 10:00 am Friday May 20th, both at Smith Mortuary in Derby, KS. In lieu of flowers memorials have been established with Fuel Church, PO Box 939, Monument, CO 80132.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on May 18, 2022.

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Patrick Gannon

January 20, 2023

Wow, Harry, I was surprised to learn of your passing. Harry and I were in the same class for AF Phase 1 Training in the Medical Laboratory at Sheppard AFB, Wichita Falls, TX, in '71-'72. He was a smart guy. I think he would have been top of the class if I hadn't had a BS in Biology. I didn't realize that he had stayed in the AF until retirement. Take care, Harry.

Ellen

October 10, 2022

So sad to hear of Harry's passing. Harry brought such a light to our office. Harry was one of our favorite patients, we always looked forward to seeing him at his appointments. He will be missed by many.

Harry Simpson

May 18, 2022

Rest Harry, until you hear at dawn, the low, clear reveille of God.
Thank you for your service to this nation. Career U.S. Air Force, 27 years.

Denis Barnard

May 17, 2022

I had the privilege of serving with Harry at Ramstein AB in Germany. Together we ran one of the most successful labs in the USAF. He was a great mentor and one of the main reasons I was able to join him among the ranks of Chief in our career field. I miss him dearly but I know he is now residing with angels.

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May

19

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Smith Mortuary - Derby Chapel

1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby, KS 67037

May

19

Calling hours

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Smith Mortuary - Derby Chapel

1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby, KS 67037

May

20

Funeral

10:00 a.m.

Smith Mortuary - Derby Chapel

1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby, KS 67037

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