Stevens, Joseph Edward Jr. Born June 23, 1928, in Kansas City, MO Died December 18, 1998, in Kansas City, MO Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri Nominated by Ronald Reagan on July 9, 1981, to a seat vacated by William R. Collinson. Confirmed by the Senate on September 16, 1981, and received commission on September 18, 1981. Served as chief judge, 1992-1995. Assumed senior status on July 1, 1995. Service terminated on December 18, 1998, due to death. Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri Nominated by Ronald Reagan on July 9, 1981, to a seat vacated by William R. Collinson. Confirmed by the Senate on September 16, 1981, and received commission on September 18, 1981. Assumed senior status on July 1, 1995. Service terminated on December 18, 1998, due to death. Education: Yale University, B.A., 1949 University of Michigan Law School, J.D., 1952 Professional Career: U.S. Naval Reserve lieutenant, 1952-1960; active duty, 1952-1955 Private practice, Kansas City, Missouri, 1955-1980