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William Jackson Rattikin Jr., 90 years old and a lifelong citizen of his beloved Fort Worth, passed away  peacefully on September 5, 2024, ascending to his Lord and Savior and rejoining his cherished wife of 64  years, Glenda. Attorney, explorer, dreamer, boater, astronomer, driven businessman and above all,  devoted family man are all words that describe Jack and his life. His dedication to his family, friends,  employees and business associates have forever impacted and blessed countless lives and families, a powerful legacy that will continue for generations to come. Jack graduated from Paschal High School in Fort Worth, the University of Texas at Austin School of  Business and UT Law School before joining the US Army, ascending to the rank of Captain while overseeing railroad operations for the Transportation Corps in Virginia. Subsequently, Jack returned to  Fort Worth to begin his law practice and join his father and mother at the renowned Rattikin Title  Company. His immense contributions to the legal community and title industry are legendary, steering  both to new heights locally as well as nationally. Jack served as President of both the Texas and  American Land Title Associations, garnering praises far and wide for his leadership and innovation within  the title industry. His passion for detail, and insistence on doing things the right way, led to an  outstanding reputation in the business community, and he instilled a work ethic in his family and  employees that lasts to this day. Jack was truly in his element while captaining his boat down the navigable rivers and shorelines of this  country, or shepherding his wife and children by motorhome to countless national parks and historical  sites across the USA and beyond. The lessons learned, and immense appreciation for God’s amazing  natural creation that emanated from these family trips, has had a profound impact on all of his children,  and now their children. Family time meant everything to Jack, and he made sure that the love of God  and family were of primary importance to all. One of Jack’s most enduring legacies began in 1970 with his “discovery” of the pristine white beaches of  Destin, Florida. Frequent family trips to this amazing area began a cherished tradition near and dear to  all members of the Rattikin family. And not to be overlooked, Jack’s loyalty to and love for the  University of Texas Longhorns cannot be overstated. Jack was preceded in death by his loving wife Glenda, his father William Jackson Rattikin, Sr., his mother  Annie Lea Rattikin, and his sister Ann Rattikin Thurman. He is survived by his son Jack Rattikin III and  wife Laura, his daughter Alicia Rattikin Lindsey and husband Stephen, his son Jeffrey A. Rattikin, and his daughter Allyson Rattikin Grona and husband Brian. Jack is also survived by 11 amazing grandchildren, 4  adorable great-grandchildren (with number 5 on the way!), and the Bill Thurman family of Austin. Heartfelt gratitude and appreciation are extended to Jack’s special friend, Jan Redding, his gracious  caregivers Lee Fiero and Leah Richardson and their teams, and Community Hospice of Texas. The love  and care of these extraordinary individuals provided great comfort and enjoyment to Jack’s last years of  life, and the family is deeply indebted to each of them. Burial shall be private; details regarding the Memorial Service for Mr. Rattikin shall be forthcoming at a  later date. Memorials may be made to the First Street Methodist Mission of First United Methodist  Church in Fort Worth, or to a charity of your choice.