Theodore O’Karma passed away at age 80. Born in Passaic New Jersey to Mary (Janeczko) and Theodore Joseph O’Karma Sr. Ted graduated from Fairleigh Dickinson University where he earned a Master’s degree in Business Administration.
Ted began his career working at the Federal Reserve Bank in New York before beginning his long career at the National Broadcast Company (NBC) first working in New York then relocating to the local station WRC in Washington DC. He finally transferred to Burbank California in 1980, ultimately spending 40 years with the Peacock.
Following his career, Ted went on to offer his professional experience to many. He taught at Columbia College Hollywood. After teaching he continued by serving in outreach and was on the board of trustees at CCH. He joined the West Valley Warner Center Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and sat on the San Fernando Valley Coalition of Gangs, the Tarzana Property Owners Association and Reseda Neighborhood Council, as well as the Government Affairs Committee for United Chambers of Commerce.
Along with his wife Doreen, Ted will be missed by many. A force of nature, his wit and charm lit up the room. He always had interesting and funny stories to tell from his many travels. He was known as a giving and caring man who adopted a family of five to seven every holiday and filled their wish list.
Following the viewing, Ted’s funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 23rd 10:00 AM at Eternal Valley Memorial Park 23287 North Sierra Hwy, Newhall, CA 91321. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to The American Lung Association. https://www.lung.org/
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