Paul “P.T.” Thomas Schlosser

Paul Thomas "P.T." Schlosser II, aged 27, passed away suddenly from natural causes on May 4, 2024, at the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars Meritus Park, Hagerstown, MD. He was born March 30, 1997, in West Chester, PA.

P.T. was deeply loved by his family, friends, and colleagues. He had a profound impact on everyone he encountered, leaving a lasting impression with his kindness, dedication, and unwavering work ethic.

His academic achievements were a testament to his commitment to excellence. P.T. earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, Magnum Cum Laude, with a minor in Business Law from West Chester University and a Master of Science in Sports Management and Master of Business Administration, Summa Cum Laude, from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

At his passing, P.T. had achieved his dream job as the Director of Stadium Operations for the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars Meritus Stadium. Prior to this he was the Building Operations Coordinator for the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Throughout college and high school P.T. demonstrated his passion and commitment to excellence in the various roles he held with the Pittsburgh Riverhounds, Altoona Curve, Department of Athletics at West Chester University, Mitch's Gym and The Palace Bowling and Entertainment Center in Downingtown.

P.T. was deeply engaged in his community and had a true passion for athletics. He served as the Mens Basketball Team Manager at Downingtown East High School, President of the Golden Ram Society for the West Chester University Foundation, and was a proud member of Phi Epsilon Kappa, Gamma Tau Chapter at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Additionally, he was a valued member of the Dick Yoder Scholarship Committee and a Voting Member for the Chester County Sports Hall of Fame.

P.T. is survived by his loving parents, Kathleen A. Yoder-Schlosser and Paul T. Schlosser, sister Elizabeth Y. Schlosser, brother Jackson B. Schlosser, Grandmothers, Margaret B. Schlosser and Jean Roney Yoder, and his cherished dog Tilly. P.T. is also survived by his many aunts, uncles and cousins. P.T. was predeceased by his Grandfathers, Donald F. Schlosser and Richard B. Yoder.

A public memorial service and life celebration will be held on Monday, May 20, from 4 - 7 PM in the Hollinger Field House at West Chester University, 150 University Ave, West Chester, PA 19383.

Attendees are encouraged to honor P.T.'s passion for sports by wearing sports jerseys or attire from Philadelphia, Hagerstown Flying Boxcars or local sports teams.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in P.T.'s name to Lionville Youth Association, PO Box 475, Lionville, PA. 19353.

P.T. will be deeply missed, his memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.