William Thompson Shafer (February 17, 1825 – April 3, 1882) was an American politician from Pennsylvania.

[2] He worked in the mercantile business of Shafer's stand.

[2] Shafer was aide-de-camp for Governor James Pollock.

[1][3] He served as school director and as auditor of West Pikeland Township.

[2] Shafer died on April 3, 1882, in West Pikeland Township.