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Gene Devoe
Gene Devoe | |
Devoe in 1957 (from Bro. John Hamman's "Final Ace Routine") | |
Born | Eugene Zimmerman July 04, 1918 St. Louis |
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Died | December 27, 1989 (age 71) |
Known for | Owner of Devoe Magic Den |
Gene Devoe (1918-1989) bought the magic shop from Will Lindhorst and operated Devoe's Magic Den in downtown St. Louis where he started many a young magician into the magic art.
Biography
A true performer, he was always behind the counter with the latest trick and a story. Devoe also produced and manufactured several magic tricks under the Devoe name.
He was a master magician and showman, who entertained widely in the Midwest. As a magic dealer and leader in his profession, he was highly respected throughout the United States. He was co-founder of the Midwest Magic Jubilee and a long term, active leaders in SAM assembly 8 and IBM Ring One.
Awards and honors
He was awarded the St. Louis Magical Heritage Award in 1995 by IBM Ring One and 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 by Don Rataj (2011)