Dill Schlesman, 72, beloved husband of Lynne (Mitchell) Schlesman, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at his residence.
Born in Norristown, PA, he was the son of Dawilla and the late Florence (Cameron) Schlesman.
Dill was a die-hard Philadelphia sports fan, enjoying each game with the same passion as the last for every sport. He also enjoyed music and travelling. Being the avid sports enthusiast that he was, he liked to golf and played Ice Hockey in his spare time. But most of all, Dill cherished the time spent with his family.
Surviving in addition to his wife Lynne, is his father, Dawilla Schlesman; son Dillon Schlesman, husband of Marissa, Shertz, TX; daughter Jessica Gable, wife of Nicholas, Barto, PA; grandchildren Dean and Aurora Schlesman; Jace and Ava Gable; brothers Daniel Schlesman, Gilbertsville, PA; Donald Schlesman, husband of Connie, Bally, PA. He was predeceased by his mother, Florence, and sister, Linda Gallo.
Celebration of life services will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 1-5pm in the lower level of:
La Massaria at Bella Vista
2901 Fagleysville Rd
Gilbertsville, PA 19525
Donations may be made in Dill (Leo’s) memory to Bayada Hospice Care (1 W Philadelphia Ave, Boyertown, PA 19512).