Christopher Myles Foley, MD

Foley, MD Christopher Myles Age 71 of Dellwood Passed away peacefully on October 15, 2021 after an unexpected illness. Chris was born to Logan and Mimi (Zoccola) Foley on May 8th, 1950 in South Orange, New Jersey. After losing his mother during childbirth, he was raised by his aunt and uncle Ruth and Frank Zoccola who resided in Cleveland, OH. At age 12, he moved to Minnesota and resided in North Oaks with the Zoccola family. He graduated from Mounds View High School in 1968 where he was captain of the swimming and golf teams. He first met Janet (Sorensen) at Mounds View and after being told by a friend that she was too tall for him, the two would go on to share a lifelong relationship that would transcend his final day. They were married in 1975 at Prince of Peace Church in Roseville, MN. After high school, Chris graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1972, followed by the University of Minnesota School of Medicine in 1976. In 1979, he finished his residency and began his medical practice at St. Joseph's Hospital in St. Paul, MN. His work in the HealthEast medical system as a practicing physician and internist spanned 22 years, which included leading the building of the integrative medicine program at the HealthEast Healing Center and the opening of Woodwinds Health Campus in Woodbury, MN. In 2001 with Jan at his side, he founded Minnesota Natural Medicine which soon became a pillar of integrative and functional medicine in the state and nation. Along with his hardworking team, he has since cared for thousands of patients and even assisted them during the time his condition worsened. Undoubtedly, his primary professional passion lay in helping people. Chris was truly, all-around, one of the good ones. Outside of medicine, his passions revolved around his family. He was a loving and dedicated husband, father, son, and brother; a generous neighbor and friend; a brilliant and compassionate physician. He was a truth-seeker in both faith and knowledge. Chris played and promoted handball as often as able, part of a unique troop of athletes keeping the "perfect game" growing in Minnesota. He passionately lived a full, boundless life that included the outdoors, Hobie kayak boating, biking with Jan, and playing/singing with his guitar or banjo. He was proud of his grandchildren and taught them how to be healthy, bike, and make the best popcorn. He loved his dogs Luther & Sligo ("the hounds") dearly and always found an inner peace in the Wisconsin north woods sitting on a deck listening to good Irish music. Quick-witted and never shy, he could be counted on to willingly share a story or conversation over a pint or a dram. He will be gravely missed by all whose lives he touched. Chris is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Jan; their 4 sons, Logan (Amanda), Donovan (Wendee), Griffin (Sarah), Quinn (Jessie); 8 grandchildren, Lillian, Marian, Catherine, Vince, Maximus, Brianna, Gloria, and Paisley; sister, Bry; brother, Bob; and many extended family members. He was preceded in death by Mimi and Logan Foley; and Ruth and Frank Zoccola. Visitation will be held at St. John the Baptist Church (835 2nd Ave NW, New Brighton, MN) from 5-8pm on Fri 29 Oct. Funeral service will be held at the same location at 10:30 am on Sat 30 Oct. with luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred in his name to one of his many passions: St. John the Baptist Catholic School in New Brighton, MN (https://stjohnnyb.org/), Nativity Catholic School in Burke, VA (https://nativityschool.org/), Soldier's Angels (https://soldiersangels.org/), or the United States Handball Association First Ace Fund (https://www.ushandball.org/product/first-ace-development-fund/).

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Christopher Myles Foley, MD

May 8, 1950 - October 15, 2021

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Christopher Myles Foley, MD

May 8, 1950 - October 15, 2021

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