Panner, Owen Murphy Born 1924 in Chicago, IL Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Oregon Nominated by Jimmy Carter on December 3, 1979, to a seat vacated by Otto R. Skopil, Jr.. Confirmed by the Senate on February 20, 1980, and received commission on February 20, 1980. Served as chief judge, 1984-1990. Assumed senior status on July 28, 1992. Education: University of Oklahoma, LL.B., 1949 Professional Career: U.S. Army, 1943-1946 Private practice, Bend, Oregon, 1950-1980