Douglas John Schuessler
June 02, 2014
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.
Doug loved his family above all else. He enjoyed family vacations at the lake, attending his children’s sporting and school activities, and coming to the party shed for family gatherings. Doug was so 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. He loved being outdoors, from hunting and fishing to riding his motorcycle. 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 to us all 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.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to The Douglas Schuessler Memorial Fund, PO Box 7, Alleman, IA 50007.
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.
Condolences for the family may be offered online at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Kelly Jo Maassen
06/29/2014
To the family and friend's of Doug, I'm very sorry for your loss. Your in my thoughts and prayers. Doug is one of Greatest guys I've ever met!!! He always made me feel accepted,in
his eyes I was one of the group. His smile could erase all my troubles.I'm
truely blessed to have had him as a friend! He'll be missed dearly! Doug you were an angel to me. Now your in heaven watching over all of us. With love,
Kelly Jo XOXOXOX
Kendra Sue Magnani
06/12/2014
Much like everyone else, I am so very shocked to hear the news of Doug's sudden passing. Doug is a wonderful man and he will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Mickie, Colleen, David, Lisa, and Jack Gill
06/07/2014
Our hearts are broken at your loss of Doug. We can't imagine what you're going through, but please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. There is another angel in heaven watching over all of you.
MICHAEL MCMURRY
06/07/2014
TO DOUG'S FAMILY, IMMEDIATE AND EXTENDED, AND TO HIS MANY, MANY FRIEND, MY DEEPEST AND MOST HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES. HE WAS A BRIGHT BURNING FLAME FAR TOO SOON EXTINGUISHED.
Teresa, Jackie & Michaela Powell
06/06/2014
Maria, Madison, Sheridan, Jimmie and Landon,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. I can't imagine the sadness of losing a partner and father so suddenly and unexpectedly. It must be devasting, but know that he will always be you. Jackie and Michaela miss their dad everyday, but have found peace in knowing that he is constantly with them. I hope with time you too will find peace. So sorry for your loss.
Mike and Deanne Hutton
06/06/2014
Dear Maria and family, Mike and I are very sadden to hear about Doug. Memories and Family will make you strong. We want you to know you are in our thoughts and Prayers.
Love Deanne and Mike
Diane , Ed & Jonathan Lackore
06/06/2014
Maria, Landon and Family,
We cannot begin to understand the hurt that you must have. Ed, Jonathan and I are so saddened to hear about Doug's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the future.
Landon #25, you have been a great kid and we have so enjoyed watching you become the great young man and friend that you are. I am sure your dad is extremely proud of you, as we all are. Hang on to the great memories, cherish them; and know your future is still so bright.
Diane, Ed & Jon
Jeff Hartzell
06/06/2014
Sad Too Hear, Doug Was Special Too All I Feel All Your Feelings.
Steve Ugolini
06/06/2014
Maria,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this troubling time. One will never know why such events happen in our lives. It is only part of Gods big plan. Believe and stay strong for your family; time will ease the pain.
Steve
Janet Gross
06/05/2014
So sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you, Jim and Janet!!
The Kelloggs
06/05/2014
So sorry for your loss
Tony and Mary Anne Sullivan and Family
06/05/2014
Doug was a fine person and a good friend to all of us. What a winning personality and smile he always had whenever we saw him. You all have our thoughts and prayers!
Daphne & Dean Anderson
06/05/2014
Dear Schuessler family, May our Lord comfort you in you grief and surround you in love. Our sympathy from our family.
Patti Pruismann
06/05/2014
Maria, Janet, Jim, Vern, Kim, Paula, Darcy and families: I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. Doug always felt like a little brother when I got to hang at your house growing up. I know he will be greatly missed. Praying your happy memories will help you through. I can't make it to see you at visitation or services, but please know your entire family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love you all.
Harry & Cindy Finch
06/05/2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of the families!!! The Finches in Orlando Florida