Maria Schuessler
April 08, 2018
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Maria Schuessler was born April 25, 1965, in Des Moines, the youngest daughter of George and Nannette Coon. She passed away from brain cancer peacefully at her home surrounded by the love and comfort of her family on Sunday, April 8, 2018. Throughout her illness, Maria continued to fight with sweetness, gratitude, humor, and faith.
Maria is survived by her children, Madison, Jimmie, Sheridan and Landon Schuessler; grandchildren, Keeley and Lennox; parents, George and Nannette Coon; sisters, Melanie Coon, Melisse (Brian) Leopold, and Melinda (Steven) Fontanini; parents-in-law, Jim and Janet Schuessler; many nieces and nephews; as well as brothers and sisters-in-law; other loving family and many dear friends. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Doug Schuessler; niece, Amanda Fontanini; and brother, Jeff Thomas.
Maria received a business degree from the University of Iowa and worked as a commercial real estate agent for Denny Elwell Company for many years. With her ambitious outlook and determination, Maria designed a software program, developed the Parks and Rec program for Polk City, owned and operated a holiday décor shop in Polk City, and established a café in Alleman.
Maria had a free spirit, a creative mind, and a positive outlook on life. Her greatest gift to everyone was her big heart and selfless nature. Above all else, she was devoted to her children and family, and cherished their time spent together.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to The Maria Schuessler Memorial Fund, First American Bank, 2010 N. Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m., Friday, April 13, 2018 at Lutheran Church of Hope in Ankeny, 520 NW 36th Street, with burial to follow at Lincoln Cemetery in Alleman. The family will greet friends Thursday evening from 5 to 8 p.m., April 12, 2018, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines.
Condolences may be expressed online at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Pat Van Lent
04/17/2018
So sorry I couldn't be with you.
Your family has always had a special place in our hearts.
Sympathy and prayers.
Michael McMurry
04/15/2018
I have been a friend of the Schuessler and Coon families for many years. Maria was a very bright flame far too soon extinguished. My deepest condolences to all.
Lee Buster
04/13/2018
Sorry for your loss George,Nan,Jim, Janet and all the families. Prayers are going your way
Jamie Schuessler Geng
04/13/2018
My love and hugs to all of you, and continued prayers for your comfort.
Melissa Justice Rud
04/12/2018
My thoughts and prayers to all of you. I have great memories of her as a little girl. My heart breaks for you all!
Jim Byrnes
04/12/2018
Maria . Such a lovely and happy person .Your Spirit will survive . You'll be missed . God Bless all the family and the Lords Strength be with you all for the comfort y'all deserve .
Sandy Craig
04/12/2018
Dear Nan,
My prayers and deepest sympathy to you & your family in the passing of Maria.
Sincerely,
Sandy (Jackie's sister)
Wayne and Mary Lou Young
04/12/2018
We send you our love and prayers at this most difficult time. God Bless you and know He is near to you.and will give you peace and comfort.
Julie Miller
04/12/2018
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. It is so very hard to lose a loved one, and Maria was such a sweetheart! God Bless
Regina Snyders
04/11/2018
Dear Maria, I am going to miss you so much. You were one of my dearest friends and I will never forget the beautiful times we had together at Ankeny High and University of Iowa. I know you are on your way to Heaven now and I am sure you will be reunited with your loved ones. We will always remember your beautiful smile and contagious energy! I am praying for Children and your family. God Bless you my dear friend. I will miss you so much.
Lu Ann Fontana
04/11/2018
Rest in Peace sweet baby girl. God has gained a beautiful Angel. My deepest sympathies to the entire Schuessler family especially Madison, Jimmie, Sheridan, Landon, Jim & Janet. May you all find comfort in knowing what a beautiful soul Maria was. May god bless you all.
Carrie & Pat Spain
04/11/2018
We are so sorry, Maria was such a sweet and caring person. Thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort to all of you through this most difficult time.
Judi Manning Mireles
04/10/2018
I am sorry to learn of your family's loss. Please accept my sincere condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Eric & Dawn Elwell & (Petty)
04/10/2018
Madison, Jimmy, Sheridan and Landon:
We cant even imagine how you are all feeling right now as life has not been fair to you all lately. Life has taken both your parents from you early in life and too close together. You were born into 2 amazingly strong families and without a doubt we are all here for you in heartbeat. We are truly sorry for both your losses and we love and respect you all immensely and hope that you do let us know whatever we can do to help in the future.
Love you,
Eric & Dawn, & Petty
Darla & Jerry Weeks
04/10/2018
To the entire Schuessler family - especially Madison, Jimmie, Sheridan, Landon and Jim & Janet - our deepest sympathy to all of you in the loss of Maria. Our hearts are heavy thinking about the loss of Doug now Maria. They are together now -- looking down on you all with so much love and admiration and all of your support over the years. We have many memories of the Schuessler family in the restaurant days. May God bless each and every one of you in this very difficult time and in the days to come. Very sincerely, Darla and Jerry Weeks