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Early Origins of the Schuessler family

The surname Schuessler was first found in Bavaria, where the name was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the area. They declared allegiances to many nobles and princes of early history, lending their influence in struggles for power and status within the region. They branched into many houses, and their contributions were sought by many leaders in their search for power.

Early History of the Schuessler family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Schuessler research. Another 98 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1619, 1667 and 1743 are included under the topic Early Schuessler History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Schuessler Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Schuh, Schuck, Shuh, Schuch, Shook, Schug, Schewe, Schugh, Schuhman, Schumann, Schuckman, Schuckmann, Schumaker, Schoemaker, Shoemaker, Schumacher, Schuhmacher, Shoo, Schoo and many more.

Early Notables of the Schuessler family

Prominent among members of the name Schuessler in this period include Countess Ehrengard Melusina von der Schulenberg, Duchess of Kendal (1667-1743), born on 25 Dec. 1667 at Emden in the present Prussian province of Saxony. "Emden was the estate of her father, Count Gustavus...
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United States Schuessler migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Schuessler Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Mr. Joh. Schuessler, aged 46, German who arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1845 aboard the ship "Auguste Meline", he died in 1846
  • Mrs. Wilhme Schuessler, (nee Schneider) German who arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1845 aboard the ship "Auguste Meline"
  • Mr. Ferd. Schuessler, aged 5, German who arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1845 aboard the ship "Auguste Meline", he died in 1846
  • Mr. Wilh. Schuessler, aged 9, German who arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1845 aboard the ship "Auguste Meline", he died in 1846
  • Mr. Ludwig Schuessler, German who arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1845 aboard the ship "Auguste Meline"
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Contemporary Notables of the name Schuessler (post 1700) +

  • Sarah Schuessler, American costumer, known for her work on La La Land (2016), Pain & Gain (2013) and Gold
  • Cynthia "Thia" Schuessler, American actress and producer, known for The Wedding Song (2017), N.Y.E (2015) and Les Cardinaux (2013)
  • Hans A Schuessler, American Professor of Physics, Texas A&M Laser physics University
  • Rick Schuessler, American professor of surgery
  • John T. Schuessler, American businessman, former chairman, CEO and president of the fast food chain Wendy's International, Inc
  • Werner Schuessler, German multiple award winning cinematographer and director, known for Passion for Planet, Dr. M (1990) and No Quarter (1995)


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