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Doug Schuessler Obituary
Slater, Iowa
Douglas John Schuessler was born April 6, 1966, in Des Moines, the son of Jim and Janet Schuessler. He passed away unexpectedly from an aortic aneurysm Sunday, June 1, 2014 at his home.
Doug is survived by his wife, Maria Schuessler; children - Madison (Patrick Truby), Jimmie, Sheridan and Landon Schuessler; granddaughter, Keeley; parents, Jim and Janet Schuessler; parents-in-law, George and Nannette Coon; siblings - Vernon Schuessler, Kimberly (Tim) Manning, Paula Eichinger and Darcy (Glenn) Gill; numerous nieces and nephews; other loving relatives and many close friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jim and Margaret Elwell and Howard and Gladys Schuessler.
The thing Doug loved the most was his family. Doug enjoyed family vacations at the lake, attending his children's sporting and school activities, and coming to the party shed for family gatherings. He was proud of his children and loved sharing in their successes.
Doug had a passion for horses and spent many years raising and caring for draft horses with his dad Jim. Doug also enjoyed the outdoors. He hunted, fished, and enjoyed hunting mushrooms. Doug enjoyed music. When he was younger he played the drums and most recently taught himself to play the guitar. He, his brother, and friends enjoyed tinkering with anything mechanical. Doug's biggest gift was his generosity and kindness. He would do anything that anyone asked of him without complaining and with a smile on his face. He was loved and adored deeply, and he gave us that same love in return. He will be desperately missed but will live on in our everyday lives and in the legacy of his children.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 6, 2014 at Salem United Church of Christ in Alleman, 320 NE 141st Ave., with burial to follow at Lincoln Cemetery in Alleman. The family will greet friends Thursday evening from 5 to 8 p.m., June 5, 2014 at Hamilton's near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Douglas Schuessler Memorial Fund.
Condolences for the family may be offered online at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
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October 31, 2014
Doug, I will never forget you, you were one of the most caring person I have encountered along the way..Remembering our talks, bailing hay with you, and helping out your dad. I especially remember seeing how much you loved your family. You will be missed..until we meet again.. J
Kelly Jo Maassen
June 29, 2014
Thoughts and prayers for all of Doug's family and friends.He'll forever be in my heart.I'll miss him dearly!He's one of the greatest guys I've ever known. It's truely a blessing to had him as a friend!~Kelly Jo Maassen,Ankeny-Des Moines,Iowa
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Shelly Tucker
June 23, 2014
Maria and kids-
I am so very sorry. With a very heavy heart I pray for yours. With sincere sadness and love-
Brian Tomlinson
June 8, 2014
Jim, Janet, and the kids; My most deepest and sincere condolences.
Larry & Janice Laskie
June 6, 2014
May God bless and comfort you in your loss
June 6, 2014
So sorry to hear of your unexpected loss. Doug will be greatly missed. My heart felt sympathy goes out to your family.
Steve and JoAnn Leach
June 6, 2014
Maria and Family,
We are saddened by this loss. We will pray for you as grieve.
Julie Magnani
June 6, 2014
Maria & family my thoughts and prayers to you in this difficult time. Doug was always the nicest person and treated everyone with respect. May the memories of Doug soothe you.
Margie Scott
June 6, 2014
I have fun memories when we were kids. Gods grace and Peace be with your family.
Bob Eichinger
June 5, 2014
Dear Schuessler Family - We were saddened to hear that Doug passed away. You are all in our prayers.
God Bless,
Bob, Sheila, Leah & Grace Eichinger
Dianne Schiltz
June 5, 2014
Kim, Tim & family - I'm very sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with all of your family at this sad time.
Mike Rote
June 5, 2014
Maria & Family,
So sorry to have read of Doug's passing. It has been a long while since I had seen him but he was always a nice person. Really sorry for your loss. God bless.
Rollie Jesse, Jackie Gibson
June 5, 2014
So incredibly sad to hear of the, way too soon, loss of Doug! Such a great guy! Thoughts and prayers to your entire family! God bless you all!
Steve & Vicki Truby
June 5, 2014
We are saddened to hear about your loss. Doug was there many times to help out Madison and Patrick the past few years. May our thoughts and prayers be a comfort to you at this very difficult time.
With Sympathy,
Steve & Vicki Truby
Judi Manning & Al Mireles
June 4, 2014
We are so sorry to learn of your loss. May the memories you shared get you through this very difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill & Marsha Sample
June 4, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss.
Connie Kappos
June 4, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family! Doug was always a nice guy and so friendly to anyone! I feel you now have a very special guardian angel watching over you. God Bless....
June 4, 2014
Jim, Jan and family,
i am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen Wiles
Jean Bair
June 4, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are you all!!!! Sorry to hear about your loss!!!
Carol Easter
June 4, 2014
We were deeply saddened to hear about your loss. It was a pleasure getting to know Doug and spending time with all of you as a North Polk family over the years. You are all in our thoughts and prayers and will always hold a very special place in our hearts.
Love,
The Easters
Scott, Carol and Zach
June 4, 2014
Thinking of you all-Rachel Walker and family
June 4, 2014
Paula, I didn't mean to leave you out. I am so sorry for your loss. Becky Schuessler
June 4, 2014
To the Schuessler Family,
My prayers are with each of you, I pray that the love and peace of God our Savior, will rest on each of you.
Virginia Robinette
Johnny Stinson
June 4, 2014
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Dougs sudden death. Doug was a great friend, and super guy. Doug often spoke of the time he spent with his dad, and how much he treasured it. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Doug will be greatly missed. Johnny, Paula, and Joe Stinson.
Cheryl Carlson
June 4, 2014
My heartfelt sympathies to Jim, Janet, Vern, Kim, Paula, Darcy as well as all the family of Doug. May God wrap his arms around you to give you strength, peace, & love at such a difficult time. Thoughts & Prayers to all.
June 4, 2014
Maria
I am so sorry for your loss. I haven't seen either of you in years but I think about you often remember Doug as a wonderful young man.
He will be missed.
Vicki Campbell
Bill Albaugh
June 4, 2014
Maria & family - I'm very sad to hear the news. Doug was a great guy & will be missed. Am thinking of you at your time of loss.
Sue Smothers
June 4, 2014
I'm so very sorry for your loss, Doug was always such a happy , nice guy , he will truly be missed , my prayers for the family
June 4, 2014
So sorry for all your loss. you families are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time - Kent and Pam Penquite
June 4, 2014
To the Schuessler Family,
Our prayers of condolences for the lost of a son, husband, father, brother and friend.
The Stillmunkes family.
Greg, Susan, Jessica and Kyle
Beth Kain
June 4, 2014
Maria and all, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. God has called him home and he will be missed by you all but held closely by loving arms. Truly sorry. Beth (Harkin) Kain
Danielle Mumford (Leopold)
June 4, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family especially Maria and the children! Love to you all!
June 4, 2014
Dear Jim, Janet, Maria and family. So sorry to have learned of this. Doug's such an awesome and fun person. God Bless all of you, now and always. Tonya (Husen) Walrod, former employee of Elwell's Restaurant
Sue Smothers
June 4, 2014
I'm so sorry for the loss of this young man , my prayers go out to his family , Doug was always such a cheerful , nice person , he will truly be missed
Rebecca Kress
June 3, 2014
Uncle Jim, Aunt Janet, Kim, Vernon and Darcy - I was so saddened when Jamie called me with the news.....what a tremendous heartache. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Becky Schuessler
Mike & Joyce Morr
June 3, 2014
We are so incredibly sad about Doug. He was such a friendly, likable person and will truly be missed by all of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole Elwell-Schuesslar family.
Barb Hokel
June 3, 2014
So sad and my heart goes out to Jim and Janet, Darcy, Kim, Paula, Vern and their families. Doug was a great guy. Sending love to you all -
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