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Jim Paratore Obituary
Warner Bros. said Wednesday that Paratore suffered a heart attack Tuesday while bicycling in France.
Paratore was Warner Bros. Telepictures Productions president from 1992 to 2006 and executive vice president of Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution since 2002.
He built Telepictures Productions into a top producer of syndicated TV and a supplier of prime-time reality shows including "The Bachelor."
In 2006, Paratore founded TV production company paraMedia, which had an exclusive deal with the Warner Bros. Television Group. He was an executive producer of DeGeneres' talk show and the "TMZ" TV magazine.
He is survived by his wife, Jill Wickert, and his daughter, Martinique Paratore.
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Michele Richie
February 2, 2018
Diane Weis
September 13, 2012
Jim was my mentor, my advisor, my friend. He had so much more to give and do. I miss him very much.
MaryFrances Helm-Bertucci
June 22, 2012
To the Paratore family I send my heartfelt condolences. All of you are in my prayers. I know that he loved his family very much.
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Edgar Edwards
June 14, 2012
Mike,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Chris Blaeser
June 14, 2012
Sorry this happened , you are a good guy James... Chris Blaeser
Lou Lanza
June 14, 2012
Jim was my "Big Brother " in High School in New Orleans. I always looked up to him on and off the basketball court. Thanks for your guidance,Jim.
Tricia Litolff
June 10, 2012
Although I really didnt know your family my thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who considered Your family mine!! My prayers are with you All!!
Sandra St.Pierre-Vicknair
June 8, 2012
With our deepest sympathy!
Harry Verlander III
June 7, 2012
Jim and I were fraternity brothers in ADG at Loyola. He was a great guy. My deepest condolences to his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I included a photo I took of Jim during our Loyola days, hope you enjoy.
Jennifer Maury Le
June 7, 2012
Karen & Mike,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Andy Laudun
June 7, 2012
To Jim, who did things no one ever thought you would, with respect and admiration, your perspicacity and insight changed the landscape of how this country views people. It is your legacy and a handsome one.
Andy Laudun
Laura Perez
June 7, 2012
Nancy, so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you all.
Laura Perez
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David and Elany Rome
June 7, 2012
Karen and Mike, we are really sorry about the loss of your brother. Your family is in our prayers.
American Heart Association
June 7, 2012
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Robert O Brown, PGA
June 6, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Paratore family.
From the many friends of Mike Paratore in the Gulf States Section PGA.
Peggy and Paul Lee
June 6, 2012
Our sympathy to the Paratore family.
samantha marchio
June 6, 2012
Prayers to you and your family!
Michele Barzyk
June 6, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Jim's brother Jay was my coworker for many years. When Jay spoke of his brother it was always with great pride and affection. I know he will be missed. Please know you are all in my prayers.
Elaine and Christopher Peake
June 4, 2012
Our sadness is deep, our joy that we knew Jim is deeper.
In peace,
Elaine and Christopher Peake
Barbara Borel
June 4, 2012
Please know the Borel Family is thinking of you a this difficult time in your lives. Beryl, Matt, Kim , and Barbara Borel
June 4, 2012
Aunt Norma, Jay, Nancy, Mike: Please extend our condolences to Jimmy's family. He'll be missed. We were all so proud of him here in New Orleans. -Matt Borel
June 4, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the entire family, let God be for you a refuge and strength to help you copy during the difficult times ahead, may He provide you with peace and comfort . Psalms 46:1
Robin
Jackie Bradley/Morgan
June 2, 2012
We will continue to pray for your entire family through this incredibly difficult time. He went to a wonderful place.
June 2, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 1, 2012
So sorry to see such talent go. Missed he will be. Romans 15:33
June 1, 2012
Rest In Peace...a very talent man...your work will live on...
V.Coates Columbus
eliza siqueiros
June 1, 2012
My deepest prayers may God keep u strong. And keep your family close at this time.
May 31, 2012
May family and friends be comforted in knowing that our Heavenly Father will indeed provide the strength needed to get through this most difficult time. Find comfort in fond moments of cherished memories.
~(Richmond,TX)
May 31, 2012
Pleas accept my comdolences for yoiur lost,may bless and keep you.
Cheryl A
May 31, 2012
Prayers and condolences to the family of Mr. Paratore. Rest in Peace, Sir.
Alyssa
May 31, 2012
I am sorry for your loss.May you find comfort in the God of peace.
May 31, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. At a time like this, be comforted by James 4:8 "Draw close to God..."
May 31, 2012
Please accept my condolences and may the peace of God that excels all thought comfort the family at this time.
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