Johann Schleisman

(From Parker Mortuary)

Johann Delores Schleisman, age 90, passed away on May 23rd, 2026 comfortably in her home that she loved, surrounded by family, neighbors, and loved ones.

Johann was born April 30th,1936 in Pulaski County, Missouri, the daughter of George Baldrow McCann and Christina Sophia Schaap. Johann was the youngest of thirteen children. She grew up in Richland, Missouri and graduated from Richland High in 1954. She was a certified cosmetologist and graduate of the Springfield Beauty Academy. 

Johann’s pride and joy was her family, who looked to her as a steady, kind, and honest presence in their lives. Her determination and unstoppable work ethic was matched by her boundless generosity and loving support towards her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild. Johann loved tending to her perfectly manicured yard – her home, garden, flowers, and the local birds brought her endless entertainment and peace. The deer and squirrels loved her yard as much as she did–they will miss her, but the feeling probably would not be mutual.

Johann always kept in touch, and her thoughtful check-in calls with friends and family will be greatly missed. She was the backbone of her family, she kept her friends always in her heart, and she cherished the neighbors who were her community.

Johann was preceded in death by her husband Robert, with whom she shared 58 wonderful years of marriage. It will be a blessing to have them united again at Springfield Veterans Cemetery.

Those carrying on her memory include her daughter, Joyce Schleisman of Kansas City, Missouri; son, Randy Schleisman and wife Ann of Protem, Missouri; grandchildren, Allison Schleisman of New York City, Matthew Schleisman and Katherine Parker of Portland, Oregon; Ivey and Ian Zoellers, and great-granddaughter River Zoellers of Sugar Creek, Missouri; sister Barbara Phillips; sisters-in-law Verleen Schleisman, Marian Schachtner, Donna Schreier, Dorothy Hall; and many nephews and nieces.

Memorial service will be Saturday, May 30th, 2026.

Visitation will take place at Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary from 11-12 pm. Services will follow, delivered by Pastor Shane Munn. Following services, the family will be gathering at Wilder’s Steakhouse. All family and friends are invited.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that loved ones consider a donation to the Joplin Humane Society. All are encouraged to spend time in their gardens and to call a friend or loved one to catch up and talk about the weather.