Owens, Wilbur Dawson Jr. Born February 1, 1930, in Albany, GA Died April 28, 2010, in Macon, GA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia Nominated by Richard M. Nixon on January 21, 1972, to a seat vacated by William A. Bootle. Confirmed by the Senate on February 17, 1972, and received commission on March 1, 1972. Served as chief judge, 1980-1995. Assumed senior status on February 1, 1995. Service terminated on April 28, 2010, due to death. Education: University of Georgia School of Law, LL.B., 1952 Professional Career: U.S. Air Force, 1952-1954 U.S. Air Force Reserve, 1954-1968 Private practice, Albany, Georgia, 1954-1955 Vice president and trust officer, Bank of Albany [Georgia], 1955-1959 Secretary-treasurer, Southeastern Mortgage Company, Albany, Georgia, 1959-1962 Assistant U.S. attorney, Middle District of Georgia, 1962-1965 Private practice, Macon, Georgia, 1965-1972