Paul Coker Jr was a cartoonist and designer who died on July 23 at the age of 93 at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Paul Coker cause of death
He died from natural causes
Though some may not recognize Coker’s name, many will be familiar with his animation work, since some of his productions have subsequently become Christmas favorites.
Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Coker worked as a production designer for Rankin/Bass specials such as Frosty the Snowman and Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town, where he helped develop the characters of Kris Kringle, Winter Warlock, and Burgermeister Meisterburger.
Coker was a regular writer to the parody magazine MAD, earning him a seat in their “Usual Gang of Idiots,” a moniker for MAD staff, in addition to his television work.
Coker satirized a variety of cultural franchises and properties with this magazine, including Star Trek, Jurassic Park, and Sabrina: The Teenage Witch.
Paul Coker wife and children
Our hearts go out to Coker’s family, which includes his wife of 33 years, Rosemary Smithson, and his stepdaughters Lee Smithson Burd and Carol Burd.
Paul Coker net worth
Coker was worth 5 million as of 2022
He earned mainly from his artistry.
Paul Coker funeral
His funeral is yet to be held per reports.
