Wayne Neal Jersin, of Dallas, Texas, passed away on March 8, 2026, after a courageous battle
with pulmonary fibrosis. Born in Baltimore on January 21, 1938, Wayne lived a life marked by
service, dedication, and a deep commitment to his community and country. He proudly served in
both the United States Navy and the United States Air Force, reflecting his strong sense of duty
and patriotism.
A lifelong learner, Wayne began his post-secondary education at University of Maryland before
enlisting with the United States Air Force Aviation Cadet Program. He then enrolled in American
University and began his study of the law, earning his L.L.B. before completing his Juris Doctor
at University of Baltimore in 1965 and passing the Maryland Bar that same year.
Wayne began his legal career in private practice in Maryland before transitioning into the title
industry, where he spent the remainder of his professional life building a respected and enduring
career. He was a member of the Texas Land Title Association, American Land Title Association,
American Judicature Society. Wayne was also admitted to practice before the United States
Supreme Court and Maryland District Court and proud co-founder of the San Antonio Land
Title Association. After moving to Texas in 1993, as vice president and senior underwriting
counsel, he was instrumental in the growth of Title Resources and Realogy Corporation where he
remained until retirement in 2008.
Wayne was deeply engaged in civic and political life. He was actively involved in political
campaigns at the local, statewide, and national levels, always driven by a desire to make a
difference. His commitment to community service extended to his involvement with numerous
organizations, including the Kiwanis Club of Fairfax, the Montgomery County Housing
Opportunities Commission, and the Rockville, Maryland Board of Zoning Appeals and Chamber
of Commerce Board. Spirituality was a big part of Wayne’s life. He took active roles within his
local churches, serving as a vestry member and chancellor to two different communities.
In 1961, Wayne married his first wife, Barbara Ware, with whom he shared four children: Karen
Jersin Thomas, Debra Elizabeth Lane, Michael Neal Jersin, and Katharine Marie Kurbin. After
moving to Texas in 1993, Wayne met and married Linda Burson. Linda remained his devoted
partner and companion for the rest of his life. He became very close to Linda’s children, Dustin
Lane Burson and Jennifer Jane Newsom. Wayne also loved and cherished his thirteen
grandchildren, all of whom brought him immense pride and joy: Matthew Thomas, Emily
Thomas, Morgan Thomas, Alexandra Lane, Miles Lane, Nicholas Jersin, Alexander Jersin, Ava
Jersin, Nicholas Newsom, Dylan Burson, Zachary Burson, Brock Burson and Bryce Burson. In
addition to his immediate family, one of the greatest joys of Wayne’s life was his lifelong
friendships and relationships with his extended family.
He will be remembered for his incredible sense of humor, unique martini recipe, and his deep
love of music and history. Bringing his East Coast accent with him to Texas, he always enjoyed
comments made about his “Texas” accent. Wayne loved the Washington Redskins, a detailed car,
and a well-made sandwich. His family will miss him most on sunny beach days, while we are
picking crabs, and in family moments of celebration.