Thomas W. Shultz, 88

Mr. Magic

The family of Thomas W. Shultz aka “Mr. Magic”, wish to announce his passing on August 21, 2025. Born on June 27, 1937, in Lancaster, he was the son of John and Florence Shultz. He was the devoted husband to Florence (Hoenninger) Shultz for over 63 years until her passing in 2020.

After graduating from Lancaster Catholic High School in 1956, he joined the United States Army where he proudly served his country until 1958. He was also a dedicated service technician and manager for Monroe & Quality Copy for more than 32 years until his retirement.

In his leisure time, he enjoyed fishing and hunting, but most of all he found great joy in the wonders of magic. As a member of the Professional Magicians Club of Lancaster he was known to many as Mr. Magic, performing his act on First & Second Fridays throughout the county, in retirement homes and at birthday parties.

His world revolved around his family and those that will forever treasure his memory including his son, Thomas Shultz, husband of Karen of Lancaster, a grandson who affectionately called him “Paw Paw” Derrick Shultz, husband of Kate, and great grandsons, Lincoln and Hudson. He was preceded in passing by his wife, their sons, James M. Shultz and Steven C. Shultz, and siblings, Dolores Geiger, John C. “Jack” Shultz.

A Memorial Service honoring Mr. Magic will be held on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at the Charles F. Snyder III Funeral Home & Crematory, 2421 Willow Street Pike, Willow Street, PA 17584 beginning at 11 AM. The family will greet guests from 10 AM until the service. Interment to follow at St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions should be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital