"Joan, Just read of Lowell's passing. I am so sorry! Have so many wonderful memories of you and Lowell. May God hold you both in the palm of his hand . Love. Joyce and Max "
In loving memory of
Lowell Schleisman 08/13/2021
October 2, 1926 - August 13, 2021
Lowell B. Schleisman, 94, of Marshalltown, IA, formerly of Conrad, IA, passed away on Friday, August 13, 2021 at Unity Point Hospital in Marshalltown. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi - St. Henry Catholic Church in Marshalltown. Inurnment will be held at Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Robert Schleisman Scholarship fund of the BCLUW Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to www.andersonfhs.com.
Lowell was born on October 2, 1926 to Lester P. and Viola (Bruening) Schleisman in Carroll, IA. He attended Carroll High School and graduated in 1944. Lowell was united in marriage to Joan Wagner in Carroll on September 7, 1948. Throughout his life he worked as a farmer, at the Conrad Coop, DX oil jobber and the Conrad Tire Service. You could always find Lowell playing cribbage, 500, golfing, playing bean bag or cheering on his beloved Chicago Cubs. Lowell was very proud to have ridden in RAGBRAI. He also enjoyed watching the sports activities of his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, especially the 1976 Class 1A State Football Champions.
Lowell will be missed by his loving wife of 72 years, Joan and six children: Daniel Schleisman, Mark (Donna) Schleisman, Keith (Connie) Schleisman, David (Joette) Schleisman, Susan (Craig) Qualls, Mary (Greg) Morris, ten grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, three brothers, Lyle Schleisman, Dennis Schleisman, Theodore Schleisman and one sister, June Rose Bernholtz. He is preceded in death by his parents and one son, Robert Schleisman.
Tributes
"Sending warm hugs and hopes the memories of a life we?ll-lived will comfort you today and always. Jeff Carty, Linda Shelton-Carty and Sarah Shelton "
"On behalf of the Leonard Schleisman family we extend our deepest condolences. We wish your family peace and comfort at this time. Jack and Jan Schleisman"
"I only had the pleasure of meeting Lowell and Joan a few times, but his pride in their family was obvious - as was his love for his Cubs. Rest in eternal peace, Lowell. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you Joan, and all of your family. "
"Too many memories to share... but ones of Christmas as we gathered and played games. Also the many family reunion vacations we did together. Lowell's laughter and smiles while sharing those times with family told a lot of the man and proud father he was. You will be missed by us all."
"May all the warm memories in your heart wrap around you now and give you comfort and peace..... GOD'S BLESSINGS JERRY & BEV GADE"
"Dear Schleisman Family, Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you during this very sad time. Since moving to Marshalltown the only time we have gotten to see Lowell and Joan is at church, but always enjoyed our visits with them and catching up on family. Jack & Danice Zern"
"I only knew Lowell by reputation and that was excellent. My father, Don Martin, thought the world of Lowell and that's all I needed to know. My heart goes out to his family, may he rest in peace. Tom Martin"
"A great guy and a champion cribbage player! May he RIP! Robert & Bonnie Christensen"