Edward Knabusch

Edward M. Knabusch[pronunciation?] (January 7, 1900 − February 25, 1988) was an American businessman who founded the furniture company La-Z-Boy with h

Edward Knabusch
Born(1900-01-07)January 7, 1900
DiedFebruary 25, 1988(1988-02-25) (aged 88)
Known forFounding La-Z-Boy
Spouse
Henrietta Muehleisen
(m. 1927)
Children2, including Charles
RelativesEdwin Shoemaker (cousin)

Edward M. Knabusch[pronunciation?] (January 7, 1900 − February 25, 1988) was an American businessman who founded the furniture company La-Z-Boy with his cousin Edwin Shoemaker.

Early life

Knabusch was born on January 7, 1900 in the Frenchtown Township in Monroe County, Michigan. He finished school in the eighth grade, to help with his family's auto equipment business.[1]

Career

Knabusch founded the La-Z-Boy company in 1927 with his cousin Edwin Shoemaker. Knabusch became the president of the company soon after.[2] Knabusch resigned in 1982.[3]

Personal life

Knabusch married Henrietta Muehleisen and had two children. One of which, Charles Knabusch, became the successor board chairman and president.[4] Knabusch died on February 25, 1988. He was 88.[3]

References

  1. ^ "Edward Knabusch and Edwin Shoemaker". Lemelson. Retrieved 2026-08-02.
  2. ^ "Edward M. Knabusch". American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame. Retrieved 2026-08-02.
  3. ^ a b Ap (1988-02-28). "Edward Knabusch, 88; Founder of La-Z-Boy". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2026-08-02.
  4. ^ "LA-Z-BOY MOURNS DEATH OF COMPANY CHAIRMAN - Furniture World Magazine". Furninfo. Retrieved 2026-08-03.

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