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Gene Devoe
| Gene Devoe | |
| Born | Eugene Zimmerman July 04, 1918 St. Louis |
|---|---|
| Died | December 27, 1989 (age 71) |
| Known for | Owner of Devoe Magic Den |
Gene Devoe bought the magic shop from Will Lindorst & operated Devoe's Magic Den in downtown St. Louis & started many a young magician into the Magic art. A true performer, he was always behind the counter with the latest trick & a storu. Devoe also produced & manufactured several magic tricks under the Devoe name.
He was a Master magician & showman, he entertained widely in the Midwest. As a magic dealer & leader in his profession, he as highly respected throughout the United States. He was co-founder of the Midwest Magic Jubilee & a long term, active leaders in SAM assembly 8 & IBM Ring One.
He was awarded the St. Louis Magical Hertitage Award in 1995 by IBM Ring One & SAM Assembly 8.
References
- Cover The Linking Ring 1961, November.
- Cover M-U-M 1963, May.
- Obit Genii 1989 October.
- History of Magic in St. Louis Don Rataj 2011