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Rankin Fite was born on 1 September, 1916 in Montgomery, Alabama, is an American politician (1916-1980). Discover Rankin Fite's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 64 years old?

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Age 64 years old
Zodiac Sign Virgo
Born 1 September, 1916
Birthday 1 September
Birthplace Montgomery, Alabama
Date of death 6 November, 1980
Died Place Hamilton, Alabama
Nationality United States

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Who Is Rankin Fite's Wife?

His wife is Ruby Alene Morris

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Children Ernest Adams

Rankin Fite Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Rankin Fite worth at the age of 64 years old? Rankin Fite’s income source is mostly from being a successful politician. He is from United States. We have estimated Rankin Fite's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

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1880

His grandfather, Bloomer Rankin Fite, established a firm and practiced law in the Hamilton, Alabama area in the 1880s, with four of his sons, including Ernest Rankin's father.

Ernest Baxter Fite also served in the Alabama House of Representatives and Alabama Senate for Marion County, Alabama.

1916

Ernest Rankin Fite (September 1, 1916 – November 6, 1980) was an Alabama state legislator and attorney.

Fite was born in Montgomery, Alabama to Ernest Baxter and Minnie Watt Fite.

1939

Fite graduated from the University of Alabama with a LL.B degree in 1939 and joined his family firm after being admitted to the bar.

He was commissioned as a second lieutenant for World War II where he went overseas to fly as a navigator.

1941

He was married in 1941 to Ruby Alene Morris with whom he had one son, Ernest Adams.

1945

After the war, he returned to law practice in 1945.

1946

He was elected to the Alabama Senate in 1946 and served as a floor leader.

1950

He ran successfully for the House of Representatives in 1950 and served five consecutive terms there, serving as speaker on two occasions.

While serving in the house and senate, Fite also served as bank director for the Bank of Hackleburg and president of the Marion County Banking Company.

During his time in the house, he sought improvements to his hometown of Hamilton, revamping streets and sewer systems.

1968

On February 16, 1968, Fite, then Speaker of the House, placed the ceremonial first 9-1-1 call from the town of Haleyville at the invitation of the Alabama Telephone Company.

The emergency system had been rushed into service by the Alabama Telephone Company in an effort to show the innovative prowess of the independent telephone industry.

Fite's call was answered by then-Congressman Tom Bevill.

1974

He retired from politics in 1974 due to failing health, having suffered from Parkinson's disease prior to retiring.

1980

He died of a heart attack in 1980.

Upon his death in 1980, Fite was described as "one of the most masterful members of the state legislature".

Former governor George C. Wallace commented that "[today was] truly a sad day, as we experience the loss of a man who in legislative circles had already become a legend".