In Celebration of

James Thomas Paradine

October 10, 1940 -  November 22, 2024

It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the passing of James Thomas Paradine, or Jim, to all who knew and loved him. Jim passed peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on November 22, 2024. Born on October 10, 1940, Jim would often say he was born 10-10-40.

Jim was the beloved husband of Marjorie (nee King) and a devoted father to Alison (Dennis) and Andrea (Dave). He was the wise and adored Grandpa to Erin, Justin, Gwyneth, and Vanessa.
Son of the late Alexander and Jean Paradine (nee Williamson) he was predeceased by his brother John (Joan). Jim will be sadly missed by his siblings Mary Britnell, Kenneth Paradine (Bette Ann) and Penny Cameron (Doug). Lovingly remembered by sister-in-law, the late Jeanette Lambie (Russ), brothers-in-law Ed King (Ann), Doug King (Pat) , many treasured cousins and nieces and nephews.
Fondly remembered by many dear friends.

Jim and Marj met at Clevelands House in the summer of 1957, married in 1964 and celebrated their 60th Anniversary on July 3, 2024.

Jim graduated from the University of Toronto in 1963 and moved into the world of finance where his work was enhanced by his volunteer work in the community treating others with respect and warming their hearts with his sense of humour.

Jim was passionate about his love of family, his love of jazz and his love of sports, especially playing Old–Timer hockey every Thursday night, skiing weekends at Caledon Ski Club and yearly in the Rockies of western Canada.

Above all, Jim was a loyal friend, a wonderful husband, and a much loved father.
He will be deeply missed.

Visitation will be at Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor St W., Toronto, Thursday, December 5th 2-4 p.m. and 6-8:30 p.m. A service of Remembrance will be held at Kingsway Lambton United Church, 85 The Kingsway, Etobicoke on Friday, December, 6th at 1p.m.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity meaningful to you.

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Rob & Lucia Stephenson (Good friends)

Entered November 26, 2024 from 39 Old Mill Road

Jim, we’ll always miss you. Thanks to you and Marjorie for your warm support and friendship.

Robert & Sharon (Special friends)

Entered November 26, 2024 from Southampton, Ontario

“Well Marj”….this phrase will live on and continue to be used with special meaning by those who loved Jim in our Gourmet Group
Very special friendships were formed, valued and cherished at our many gatherings over 44 years

Leslie Thomas (Friend of the family)

Entered November 26, 2024 from Toronto

Jim and Marj have been wonderful friends to my mom for many, many years.
Thinking of Marj and family with heartfelt condolences.
Leslie

dave ladbrook (very good friend)

Entered November 26, 2024 from kingston

will be sorely missed

Bill and Antje Cavanagh (Church Friends)

Entered November 27, 2024 from Squamish, BC

Dear Marjorie and family, we are very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. We will always remember his cheerful disposition and always welcoming everyone with such grace. May he rest in peace and love.

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