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William J. Tucker, retired CEO of Tucker Co. Worldwide and freight transportation innovator, has died at 85

He influenced transportation regulations nationwide for years and grew his South Jersey company to be a national player. “Employees liked him,” said his son. “Even competitors liked him.”

Mr. Tucker assumed control of Tucker Co. Worldwide in 1971 after the death of his father, Jacob, who founded the firm.
Mr. Tucker assumed control of Tucker Co. Worldwide in 1971 after the death of his father, Jacob, who founded the firm.Read moreCourtesy of the family